DSM-5 Criteria for Diagnosing Panic Disorder

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionPanic Disorder DiagnosisPanic Attack DiagnosisAgoraphobia vs. Panic DisorderGetting a Diagnosis Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Panic Disorder Diagnosis Panic Attack Diagnosis Agoraphobia vs. Panic Disorder Getting a Diagnosis Close Having a panic attack can be a terrifying experience. Research suggests that around 13.2% of people experience panic attacks at least once. However, that doesn’t necessarily mean that they have panic disorder....

January 17, 2025 · 7 min · 1437 words · Daniel Tate

During House Hunting Stress, My Partner and I Turned to MDLIVE for Couples Therapy

Our Online Therapy MethodologyCurious about the extensive work we did to research and evaluate online therapy companies? Take a look at ouronline therapy methodology. Our Online Therapy Methodology Curious about the extensive work we did to research and evaluate online therapy companies? Take a look at ouronline therapy methodology. Overall, my partner and I have a healthy, happy relationship. But like all couples, there are good and not-so-good times. We started house-hunting in May, a process filled with both excitement and overwhelmingstress....

January 17, 2025 · 11 min · 2216 words · George Nicholson

Dysphagia as a Symptom of Anorexia

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Dysphagia?Functional DysphagiaOropharyngeal Dysphagia Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Dysphagia? Functional Dysphagia Oropharyngeal Dysphagia The weight loss and malnutrition associated with anorexia can lead todysphagia, which is defined as difficulty swallowing due to physical or mental illness. Dysphagia can result in additional medical problems that can be dangerous and even fatal. As a result, it’s essential to diagnose and treat dysphagia in a person withanorexia....

January 17, 2025 · 8 min · 1537 words · James Lane

Dysphoric Mania in Bipolar Disorder

Close Dysphoric mania is the term that was used in the past for what we now call an episode withmixed features, though some health professionals may still use this term. Around 40 percent of people who are diagnosed with bipolar disorder experience episodes with mixed features. Understanding Dysphoria Simply put, dysphoria is a disconnect in emotion that has little or no relation to what is actually going on. Dysphoria is not only associated with bipolar disorder, it’s associated with other psychiatric and nonpsychiatric conditions....

January 17, 2025 · 6 min · 1216 words · Andrew Allen

Earliest Memories Start at Age Two and a Half, Study Finds

Close Key TakeawaysNew research shows that our earliest memories may begin at age 2.5, about a year sooner than previously thought.How far back you can remember depends on a long line-up of factors, including your culture, gender, family, and the way in which you’re asked to recall memories.You may be able to remember further back when asked repeatedly over time what your earliest memory is. Key Takeaways New research shows that our earliest memories may begin at age 2....

January 17, 2025 · 7 min · 1461 words · Sean Taylor

Early Puberty Can Impact Kids' Mental Health

Close Key TakeawaysEarly puberty in girls begins before age 8, and before age 9 in boys.Starting puberty before their peers can hurt children’s confidence and self-esteem.Early puberty can lead to mental health problems and greater potential of risky behaviors. Key Takeaways Early puberty in girls begins before age 8, and before age 9 in boys.Starting puberty before their peers can hurt children’s confidence and self-esteem.Early puberty can lead to mental health problems and greater potential of risky behaviors....

January 17, 2025 · 8 min · 1561 words · Krystal Chen

Earthing–A Technique to Help Ground Your Body

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHistory of EarthingShould I Practice Earthing?Types of EarthingHow to Practice EarthingBenefits of EarthingTips for EarthingMore Studies Are Needed Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents History of Earthing Should I Practice Earthing? Types of Earthing How to Practice Earthing Benefits of Earthing Tips for Earthing More Studies Are Needed Close Earthing, also known asgrounding, allows people to directly connect their bodies with the Earth and use its natural electric charges to stabilize them....

January 17, 2025 · 8 min · 1505 words · Vickie Brandt

Eat to Beat Depression and Anxiety With Psychiatrist Drew Ramsey

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMeet Dr. Drew RamseyWhy Dr. Drew Ramsey Is Mentally StrongWhat You’ll Hear on the ShowWhat You’ll Learn About Mental Health and Mental StrengthQuotes From Dr. RamseyMore About the Podcast Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Meet Dr. Drew Ramsey Why Dr. Drew Ramsey Is Mentally Strong What You’ll Hear on the Show What You’ll Learn About Mental Health and Mental Strength Quotes From Dr....

January 17, 2025 · 3 min · 539 words · Jessica Dorsey

Eating Disorder Recovery: 12 Tips to Aid in the Process

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsKnow Your Treatment OptionsUse Positive Self-TalkUnderstand the CausesAccept SupportPractice Self-CareBelieve You’re Worth ItStay OptimisticAsk for HelpConfide In OthersBe PatientAdhere to Your TreamentFace Your Fears Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Know Your Treatment Options Use Positive Self-Talk Understand the Causes Accept Support Practice Self-Care Believe You’re Worth It Stay Optimistic Ask for Help Confide In Others Be Patient Adhere to Your Treament...

January 17, 2025 · 11 min · 2188 words · Mary Nelson

Eating Disorders and Hypothalamic Amenorrhea

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsEating Disorders and AmenorrheaContributing FactorsPrevalenceConsequencesTreatmentWhat to DoTreatment Outlook Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Eating Disorders and Amenorrhea Contributing Factors Prevalence Consequences Treatment What to Do Treatment Outlook Hypothalamic amenorrhea is a common medical condition in women of childbearing age with eating disorders. The body enters survival mode, periods stop, and women cannot reproduce. Learn more about what causes it, the consequences, and how it is treated....

January 17, 2025 · 11 min · 2138 words · Shaun Perez

Eating More Fruit Could Alleviate Depression and Improve Mental Health

Close Key TakeawaysResearch shows that eating fruit more regularly may improve mental health.More consumption of savory snacks like chips were associated with increased anxiety.These research findings can support greater outreach programs to promote healthy eating for mental wellness. Key Takeaways Research shows that eating fruit more regularly may improve mental health.More consumption of savory snacks like chips were associated with increased anxiety.These research findings can support greater outreach programs to promote healthy eating for mental wellness....

January 17, 2025 · 8 min · 1535 words · April Perez

Echoism: The Narcissism Response You Haven’t Heard of

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Echoism?How Echoism Impacts RelationshipsWhere Echoism Comes FromThe Importance of Feeling SpecialOvercoming Echoism Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Echoism? How Echoism Impacts Relationships Where Echoism Comes From The Importance of Feeling Special Overcoming Echoism Echoism is more or less the opposite ofnarcissismand often occurs due to fears of appearing narcissistic or as a protection mechanism. While narcissists are self-absorbed and lackempathy, an echoist struggles to ask for anything they want or need....

January 17, 2025 · 6 min · 1164 words · David Cunningham

Echolalia in ADHD: Types, Causes, Treatment

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesCausesSymptomsDiagnosisBenefitsTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Benefits Treatment Close Echolalia is a non-voluntary behavior that causes someone to repeat what other people say. It is also referred to as echophrasia.The term echolalia is derived from the Greek words ‘echo’ and ‘lalia’ meaning ‘repeat’ and ‘speech’ respectively. While echolalia is commonly associated withautism(approximately 75% of autistic children display symptoms of echolalia),echolalia can also be present in ADHD....

January 17, 2025 · 9 min · 1807 words · Nicholas King

Ecstatic Dance Can Boost Your Mood and Get You in Touch With Yourself

Close In theory, ecstatic dance sounds like a lot: I’m in a room full of strangers, listening to music I wouldn’t typically listen to, freely moving my uncoordinated limbs in what can barely be described as dance movements. And yet, when I get to the community hall across town, I can’t help but feel a little excited despite my nerves. I’m attendingDance Awake, a conscious dance session located in Cape Town, South Africa....

January 17, 2025 · 8 min · 1501 words · Amy Dillon

Editors' Picks: The Self-Care Strategies We're Holding Onto As We Return to Office

After two years of uncertainty, premature declarations, and fastidious monitoring of local COVID case counts, corporate America is finally working its way back into the office. That includes us—the editors of Verywell Mind. For many, this will be a welcome reprieve fromworking at homewith whatever set-up could be pieced together in a room with at least some natural light. For others, it may be a disruption to a new and preferred way of working that’s free of long commutes, expensive lunches, and hard pants....

January 17, 2025 · 7 min · 1476 words · Alexander Irwin