Articles related to "Psychological Disorders"



DSM-IV Psychological Disorders
Psychological disorders range from personality disorders to sleep disorders. Here's a complete list of the 16 DSM-IV mental illnesses, plus brief definitions.
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Signs of Mental Health Problems
These four factors can establish the presence of psychological disorders or other mental health problems.
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Signs of Psychological Disorders
You're not alone if you've wondered if you have a psychological disorder. These signs of serious mental health issues will help you recognize an unhealthy mental state.
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How Love Hormones Work
The love hormone oxytocin goes beyond bonding in relationships. Oxytocin may help treat schizophrenia, autism, & other psychological disorders. Here's how oxytocin works.
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Acting-Out Ideation
An honest description of how I have discovered myself thinking about acting out and how I have dealt with it.
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Morgellons Disease is a Mystery
Delusional parasitosis is a rare, time-honored psychiatric disorder in which you feel bugs crawling under your skin. Is Morgellons disease a variation of this disorder?
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How Positive Psychology Works
Resiliency, balance, and freedom are 3 characteristics of mental health. Discover how positive psychology and wellness programs affect your mental and emotional health.
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Recent Research on Suicide
Depression and suicide can be related, but depression doesn't necessarily lead to suicidal thoughts. Other factors have a stronger connection to suicide than depression.
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Signs of Mental Illness
Mental illness includes difficulty thinking, socializing, & functioning. Here are symptoms of psychological disorders such as depression or post traumatic stress.
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Therapy Jobs in Psychology
Music therapy, dance therapy, horticultural therapy & art therapy are legitimate careers in psychology. Plus, here are links to professional psychology associations.
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Fixing Body Image Problems
Poor body image can go beyond comparing your body to others'. Body dysmorphic disorder is a psychological disorder that involves thoughts like, "I am an ugly monster."
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Getting Psychological Help
Psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, & counselors are the mental health professionals most likely to help us survive psychological pits of despair (disorders).
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Health Food Obsessions
Dr Steven Bratman calls them health food junkies because they're obsessed with eating health foods. Here's a description of this eating disorder, orthorexia nervosa.
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How to Recognize an Eating Disorder
Is it a healthy eating habit or an eating disorder? Here are signs of eating disorders, plus treatment options for anorexia nervosa, bulimia, & body dsymorphic disorder.
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How to Stop Worrying
When you stop worrying you free the mental & emotional energy you need to live creatively & productively. Learn how to let go of obsessive thinking patterns.
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Quotations About Psychology
These psychology quotations include Hemingway, Freud, & Jung's thoughts about mental illness, neurosis, psychoanalysis, & shock treatment. Plus, some funny psych sayings.
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Three Bizarre Psychological Cases
Sometimes psychological disorders go beyond depression or denial to bizarre, uncontrollable mental conditions. The Rat Man, Wolf Man, & Anna O. are Freud's famous cases.
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Three Major Dissociative Disorders
Dissociative disorders, characterized by sudden loss of memory or change in identity, include amnesia, fugue states, & multiple personalities.
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Types of Psychology
The broad field of psychology encompasses numerous specialties or disciplines. This list of specialities within the study of human behavior includes brief definitions.
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Visiting But Not Participating in Chat Rooms
"Lurkers" visit but don't participate in chat rooms. Here's why lurkers don't make comments in forums or web site discussions, according to internet psychology.
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Why Female Serial Killers Kill
Forensic psychologists debate the term "female serial killer" because murderesses don't kill for the same reasons as murderers. The psychological disorders are different.
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20 Ways to Make Life Better
Psychology improves communication in professional & personal relationships, & improves emotional health. Here's how to apply the science of human behavior to daily life.
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Anorexics’ Brains Are Different
New research shows anorexics' brain functioning is different than non-eating disordered brains. This research offers insights into the causes & treatment of anorexia.
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Body Image & Weight Loss Articles
Here's a hub of body image, eating disorder, & weight loss articles. Included is information about adult weight loss camps, emotional eating, anorexia nervosa, & obesity.
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Causes of Agoraphobia
To be effective, agoraphobia treatments should take into consideration the causes of agoraphobia. Here are several reasons people struggle with this anxiety disorder.
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Causes of Depression in Women
Depression in women is up to 25%, which means that 1 out of 4 women will struggle with depression in their lives. Here's why women suffer from depression more than men.
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Celebrity Rehab Reality TV
Dr Drew Pinsky described his new celebrity rehab reality TV show to Ellen. Watching the recovery process could save lives by helping people overcome drug addictions.
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Facts about Female Killers
Here, you'll find a brief description of several famous Angels of Death & Black Widows, plus an explanation of how female serial killers differ from male serial killers.
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Fighting a Sexual Compulsion
After exposing himself to 50,000 women & spending 15 years in jail, an exhibitionist moves past his exposure disorder. Is this sexual compulsion treatable?
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Surprising Starvation Facts
Researchers are revealing surprising discoveries about malnutrition and starving children worldwide - also known as "child wasting." Is this a new psychological disorder?
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Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder or manic depression is a less common type of depression. Here are the symptoms and treatments for manic depression, plus recent research findings.
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The Health Benefits of Yoga
Yoga can improve physical health & psychological disorders. The health benefits of yoga include improved body image, less depression & weight loss.
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What is Music Therapy?
Check out these emotional, spiritual and physical effects of music therapy. Music helps with the grieving process and can teach stroke victims to walk again.
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8 Signs of Internet Addiction
Is internet addiction a symptom of other psychological conditions such as depression or obsessive compulsive disorder? Find out here. Plus, 8 signs of internet addiction.
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Book Review Tigger on the Couch
What writers can learn from Laura James' new book, which psychoanalyzes characters from classic children's literature.
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Psychology: A Diverse Field
An overview of the many diverse subareas of psychology.
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Bi-Polar and Multi-Personality Disorders
RoseMeade shares an exercise she used to bring about a healing from Borderline Personality Disorder and Multi-Personality Trojans. If you feel you can be helped by learning more about this exercise, take a moment and read her new article.
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Psychic Seizures
Psychic seizures and thier characteristics
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So Just What Is Social Anxiety?
A general article on what social anxiety/phobia is. Bits of information and knowledge that the first time learner will need.
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Simple Partial Seizures a Four Part Series
This article covers the four categories for simple partial seizures.
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Slim Insurance Coverage for Anorexics
It's no secret that managed care has made essential medical coverage difficult to obtain. But HMO's are especially tough on anorexic patients.
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Understanding Depression
Depression is widespread in the world today but there is help and hope available for those who seek it.
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Virtual Reality May Help Restore Healthy Body Image In Anorexics
A new technology may soon banish an old scourge: body image distortion in anorexics. Using "virtual reality," researchers are trying to help patients develop healthy ideas about their figures.
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A New Way to Increase Motivation
Research shows changing your perspective from first to third person is an effective strategy for increasing motivation. Try it; maybe you'll achieve your life goals!
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Adoptive Parenting Preparation Questions...Beyond the Basics
Adoptive parenting preparation questions. Suggestions for topics to be considered before adopting.
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Depression and the Overweight Person
The relationship between obesity and depression
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Difference Between Narcissism & Psychopathy
These articles explore the similarities and differences between the two Cluster B disorders of narcissistic and antisocial personality.
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Fibromyalgia - Very Real Disease
Ongoing research may very well unravel the mysteries of fibromyalgia.
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Forensic Psychology: A Comprehensive Synopsis (Vol. 2, Part 3)
The conclussion of our comprehensive look at the roles of Forensic Psychology and Forensic Psychologists. This issue: The Court and The Correctional Systems
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Jobs for Psychology Graduates
A college or university degree can offer a career in mental health or social services. Here's a list of jobs for psychology grads, & tips on how to find a psychology job.
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