Close Anxiety disorders can be as diverse as the people they affect.How anxiety looksand feels for one person can be very different from the shape and form it takes for another. Part of the reason for these differences is that anxiety can be, in some ways, linked to individual personality. For some people, anxiety is like a little pinch thatpropels them to do somethingthey have been avoiding; while for others, it is an overwhelming crush of terror....

Close People who struggle withgeneralized anxiety disorder (GAD)often find themselves struggling with low self-esteem. They may have poor confidence in themselves or think they are worthless. This can be a harmful symptom of GAD with long-lasting implications. The following is a brief overview of self-esteem theory and some ideas on how you can improve your opinion of yourself while living with GAD. Self-Esteem Theory The problem for most people is that they struggle to accurately read the amount of acceptance and rejection in their lives, leading people to have low self-esteem when they are actually very intelligent and loved....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPsychotherapyMedicationSelf-HelpThe Best Option for YouNext in Generalized Anxiety Disorder GuideHow to Cope With Generalized Anxiety Disorder Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Psychotherapy Medication Self-Help The Best Option for You Next in Generalized Anxiety Disorder Guide Close Treatment for GADaims to help people feel better mentally and physically and to increase engagement with the people, places, and situations that previously elicited worry....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsGeneticsBrain StructureLife ExperiencesSocietal FactorsLifestyle FactorsOther Risk FactorsPreventionNext in Generalized Anxiety Disorder GuideGeneralized Anxiety Disorder Treatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Genetics Brain Structure Life Experiences Societal Factors Lifestyle Factors Other Risk Factors Prevention Next in Generalized Anxiety Disorder Guide Close Generalized anxiety disorder can create significant disruptions in a person’s life, but what exactly causes it? There is no single cause ofgeneralized anxiety disorder, and evidence has shown that multiple factors influence the development of GAD....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptoms of GADClinical AssessmentWhen to Seek HelpDifferential DiagnosisFrequently Asked QuestionsNext in Generalized Anxiety Disorder GuideGeneralized Anxiety Disorder: Causes and Risk Factors Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms of GAD Clinical Assessment When to Seek Help Differential Diagnosis Frequently Asked Questions Next in Generalized Anxiety Disorder Guide Close Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) can be a challenge to diagnose. People considerpanic attacksa hallmark of all anxiety disorders, but GAD is different in that there are generally no panic attacks associated with the condition....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionsGenerativity CausesBenefits of GenerativityStagnation EffectsHow to Improve GenerativityHow to Decrease StagnationFrequently Asked QuestionsNext in Psychosocial Development GuideIntegrity vs. Despair in Psychosocial Development Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definitions Generativity Causes Benefits of Generativity Stagnation Effects How to Improve Generativity How to Decrease Stagnation Frequently Asked Questions Next in Psychosocial Development Guide Close Verywell / Nusha Ashjaee Generativity vs. stagnation is the seventh stage ofErik Erikson’s theory of psychosocial development....

Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Common Medications Generic Drug Effectiveness Changing ADHD Medications Payment Assistance Close Although many brand-name drugs are available to help treat ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder), generic alternatives can be more affordable. For this reason, many insurance providers even require them. Here’s the rundown on a few of the most common generic medications used to treat ADHD. Common ADHD Medications Common ADHD medications fall into two main categories: stimulants and non-stimulants....

Close Genetic Problems Genetics play a major role in development. In some cases, genetic problems emerge that affect both pre- and postnatal growth of the developing child in the womb. Here are a few: How Genetics Affect a Child’s Development Environmental Problems Environmental variables can also play a major role in prenatal development. Harmful environmental elements that can affect the fetus are known as teratogens.Among them are: Parental Smoking May Trigger Anxiety, Cognitive Deficit, and Addiction in Children...

Close What role do genetic and environmental influences play in determining intelligence? This question has been one of the most controversial topics throughout the history of psychology and remains a hot topic of debate to this day. In addition to disagreements about the basic nature of intelligence, psychologists have spent a great amount of time and energy debating the various influences on individual intelligence. The debate focuses on one of the major questions in psychology: Which is more important—nature or nurture?...

Genophobia, also known as coitophobia, is the fear of sexual intercourse. People with this fear may be afraid of all sex acts, or only of intercourse itself. This phobia can develop after severe sexual trauma, sexual assault, or rape. The term genophobia is sometimes used interchangeably witherotophobiaor the fear of sex, but the two conditions are actually different. Genophobia specifically describes the fear of the sex act, while erotophobia more generally defines any fear that is related to sexuality....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsGeorge Kelly’s Early LifeFreudian Influences on PCTPersonal Construct TheoryContributions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents George Kelly’s Early Life Freudian Influences on PCT Personal Construct Theory Contributions Close George Kelly was an American psychologist who developed personal construct theory (PCT), also known as personal construct psychology (PCP). This theory suggests that each person has their own mental framework from which they see the world....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHistoryPrinciplesUsesImpactFAQs Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents History Principles Uses Impact FAQs Close Gestalt psychology is aschool of thoughtthat looks at the human mind and behavior as a whole. Gestalt psychology suggests that humans don’t focus on separate components but instead tend to perceive objects as elements of more complex systems. Emily Roberts / Verywell A core belief in Gestalt psychology isholism—that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBranch Out of Your Usual CirclePick Your Conversation PartnersDo Your Homework and Plan Topics Ahead of TimeKeep the Conversation Going Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Branch Out of Your Usual Circle Pick Your Conversation Partners Do Your Homework and Plan Topics Ahead of Time Keep the Conversation Going Close Though office party anxiety can be a struggle for everyone, not just those who suffer from social anxiety....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsIcebreakersConversation EnhancersDeeper QuestionsFriendship StrengthenersGetting Romantic Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Icebreakers Conversation Enhancers Deeper Questions Friendship Strengtheners Getting Romantic Close Showing curiosity and genuine interest in others is one of the quickest ways to build a connection. What’s more, science has told us that friendships, social connections, and meaningful partnerships can make us happier and improve our mental well-being. Taking time to invest in our relationships is worth our while, and sometimes all it takes is a simple question....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPh.D. vs. Psy.D.Job OpportunitiesEarning a DegreeSpecialty AreasAlternatives Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Ph.D. vs. Psy.D. Job Opportunities Earning a Degree Specialty Areas Alternatives Close Getting a Ph.D. in psychology can open up a whole new world of career opportunities. For many careers paths in psychology-related career paths, a doctoral degree is necessary to obtain work and certification. A Ph.D. is one option, but it is not the only educational path that’s available to reach some of these goals....