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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSecurityTechnologyEthicsInformed ConsentDuty to ProtectChanging GuidelinesNext in Working With a Therapist GuideOnline Therapy for Depression Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Security Technology Ethics Informed Consent Duty to Protect Changing Guidelines Next in Working With a Therapist Guide Close Online therapy, also known as teletherapy, virtual therapy, or internet/online counseling, rapidly expanded during the COVID-19 pandemic, and it continues to grow. Because online therapy involves communication via computers or mobile devices, it has security issues that are different from face-to-face therapy....

Transgender people are individuals whose gender identity is different from the one they were assigned at birth. (Cisgender people are those whose gender identity is what is assigned when they are born.) The transgender community, including both binary andnonbinaryindividuals, can experience significant stress moving through a world that lacks understanding about what it means to be trans, treats being cisgender as the norm, and mistreats individuals who do not fit into this “norm....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsClosed 12-Step MeetingsReasons for Closed MeetingsOpen 12-Step MeetingsPurpose of Open MeetingsOpen vs. Closed Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Closed 12-Step Meetings Reasons for Closed Meetings Open 12-Step Meetings Purpose of Open Meetings Open vs. Closed On published schedules of12-step meetings, some are designated as open meetings, while others are shown as closed meetings. Open meetings are open to the public, while closed meetings are for members only—however, each program’s guidelines define who counts as a member....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHistoryBehavior TypesReinforcementPunishmentReinforcement SchedulesExamples Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents History Behavior Types Reinforcement Punishment Reinforcement Schedules Examples Close We all engage in behaviors that we know will lead to good outcomes. We also tend to avoid behaviors that we know will have negative consequences. So it makes sense that being rewarded for something makes you want to do it more often (and being punished makes you want to do it less)....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsOverviewClassical ConditioningOperant ConditioningComparisonExamples Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Overview Classical Conditioning Operant Conditioning Comparison Examples Close Classical conditioningandoperant conditioningare two important concepts central to behavioral psychology. There are similarities between classical and operant conditioning. Both types of conditioning result in learning and both suggest that a subject can adapt to their environment. However, the processes are also quite different. What are the main differences between operant vs....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsEffectsDiagnosisTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Effects Diagnosis Treatment However, this theory would not explain why snake phobias are relatively common, while fears of predatory animals, such as tigers, are rare. Some research shows that while the tendency to pay close attention to snakes may be evolutionary, the actual fear is learned rather than innate. The fear of snakes can be tricky to diagnose, as symptoms can vary widely between people....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypes of Oppositional Defiant DisorderSymptoms of Oppositional Defiant DisorderHow Is Oppositional Defiant Disorder Diagnosed?What Causes Oppositional Defiant Disorder?Treatment for KidsTraining for ParentsHow Can Parents Cope With ODD in Their Children? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types of Oppositional Defiant Disorder Symptoms of Oppositional Defiant Disorder How Is Oppositional Defiant Disorder Diagnosed? What Causes Oppositional Defiant Disorder? Treatment for Kids Training for Parents...

Close It’s easy to fall into the trap of option paralysis when you’re online dating. There are so many potential matches out there, and it can be overwhelming trying to figure out who is right for you. Where Did the Term ‘Option Paralysis’ Come From? In the book, Schwartz argues that the more choices we have, the harder it is to make a decision, and often we end up feeling unsatisfied with our choice regardless....

Close Key TakeawaysOregon has become the first state in the country to lay the groundwork for a therapy program that involves treatment with psilocybin, the psychoactive substance in “magic mushrooms.”The treatment will include three sessions: one for preparation, one for the “trip,” and one for reflection with a therapist.The Oregon Psilocybin Advisory Board believes the treatment could be used for anxiety, depression, and certain substance use disorders. Key Takeaways Oregon has become the first state in the country to lay the groundwork for a therapy program that involves treatment with psilocybin, the psychoactive substance in “magic mushrooms....

Close An organic mental disorder refers to a decrease in mental functioning that is not the result of apsychiatric condition. Sometimes this term is used interchangeably with organic brain syndrome (OBS) or chronic organic brain syndrome, but is now generally referred to as a neurocognitive disorder. Here we share some of the potential causes of an organic mental disorder, along with a few of the most common symptoms. We also talk about the various treatment options when this type of condition exists....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Coping Other specified feeding and eating disorder (OSFED), formerly known as eating disorder not otherwise specified (EDNOS) in previous versions of the DSM, is less well known than higher-profile diagnoses likeanorexia nervosa,bulimia nervosa, andbinge eating disorder. Despite its lack of public attention, as a catch-all category that includes a wide range of symptoms....

Your mental health is just as important as your physical health. We’re here to share trusted and compassionate information to help you find a happier, more balanced life. It’s our duty and responsibility to help you explore mental health and psychology topics in a way that’s approachable, personal, and stigma-free. We work hard to break down complex health jargon, reflect the latest research, and present the most accurate information in a way that empowers you to take an active role in understanding the way your mind works....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsOverall Job OutlookSpecialties Expected to GrowDegreesFactors Driving GrowthThe Need for Adaptability Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Overall Job Outlook Specialties Expected to Grow Degrees Factors Driving Growth The Need for Adaptability Close If you’re a psychologist or psychology major, your occupational outlook is bright, particularly if you specialize incertain areas and settings. The Overall Job Outlook for Psychologists Through 2032 U.S. Department of Labor’sOccupational Outlook Handbookpredicts that the overall demand for psychologists will grow 6% through 2032, which is faster than average for all jobs....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesTechniquesWhat Outpatient Therapy Can Help WithBenefitsEffectivenessThings to ConsiderHow to Get Started Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Techniques What Outpatient Therapy Can Help With Benefits Effectiveness Things to Consider How to Get Started Close Outpatienttherapyis defined as any psychotherapy service offered when the client is not admitted to a hospital, residential program, or other inpatient setting. Outpatient therapy is a resource for individuals seeking support for mental health concerns who do not require round-the-clock treatment, support, or safety monitoring....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMy StoryAmy’s StoryAn Anonymous StoryThe Impact of a Misdiagnosis Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents My Story Amy’s Story An Anonymous Story The Impact of a Misdiagnosis Close Getting misdiagnosed with the wrong mental illness was like having an itch in my brain that I couldn’t quite scratch. I knew the itch was there. I could scratcharoundit, but I was never satisfied. Even the doctors who saw the itch couldn’t scratch it either....