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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSignsWhat It’s LikePre-DiagnosisCausesTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs What It’s Like Pre-Diagnosis Causes Treatment Coping Close Racing thoughts involve fast-moving, repetitive, and overwhelming thought patterns. They often involve multiple topics, move quickly from one idea to the next, and seem to come out of nowhere. Everyone occasionally experiences situations that cause their mind to race. Imagine that feeling amped up several notches and persisting without relief, and you’ll have an idea of what it’s like to experience racing thoughts....

Close Key TakeawaysA number of young male mass shooters are thought to have been radicalized online through forums and social media platforms.The accused Buffalo shooter adopted extremist views after visiting websites associated with racism and white nationalism.There are things that parents and educators can do if they’re concerned about a young man potentially becoming radicalized online. Key Takeaways A number of young male mass shooters are thought to have been radicalized online through forums and social media platforms....

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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCharacteristicsRisk FactorsImpact on Quality of LifeTreatment Options Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Characteristics Risk Factors Impact on Quality of Life Treatment Options Close Some people withbipolar disorderwill alternate between manic and depressive episodes once or twice a year. Others may only experience this once every few years. However, a small subset of people will have rapid cycling, in which the mood swings come fast and frequently....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsRash SymptomsHypersensitivity ReactionsCausesTreatmentFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Rash Symptoms Hypersensitivity Reactions Causes Treatment Frequently Asked Questions Close Since its introduction in 1994, the medication has enjoyed widespread use. Today, it is on the World Health Organization’s List of Essential Medications. If you experience a rash while taking Lamictal, see your doctor immediately. If it is spreading quickly, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room....

Close Raymond Cattell is a psychologist who is best known for his16-factor personality model, developing the concept offluid versus crystallized intelligence, and working with factor and multivariate analysis. Early Life Career and Death In 1973, Cattell retired from the University of Illinois. He eventually settled in Hawaii, where he continued to teach, write, and enjoy his life-long passion for sailing. He died on February 2, 1998. Contributions to Psychology In addition to his research inpersonality,motivation, and intelligence, Cattell’s work with multivariate analysis left a lasting mark on psychology....

Close Key TakeawaysFriends appreciate us reaching out to them more than we expect, according to new research.It’s particularly appreciated when they’re surprised to hear from us—perhaps if we haven’t spoken to them for a while or if we aren’t close friends.Socializing with others presents numerous mental health benefits for both parties. Key Takeaways Friends appreciate us reaching out to them more than we expect, according to new research.It’s particularly appreciated when they’re surprised to hear from us—perhaps if we haven’t spoken to them for a while or if we aren’t close friends....

Close Key TakeawaysSmartphones today are used for all levels of reading, from checking emails to consuming novels.A new study suggests that this medium for reading actually reduces reading comprehension.Printing out reading material, or deep breathing while reading on a smartphone, may help with comprehension. Key Takeaways Smartphones today are used for all levels of reading, from checking emails to consuming novels.A new study suggests that this medium for reading actually reduces reading comprehension....

Close At a GlanceSigmund Freud’s reality principle states that your ego is always trying to balance what your impulsive id wants with what is realistic and acceptable. At a Glance Sigmund Freud’s reality principle states that your ego is always trying to balance what your impulsive id wants with what is realistic and acceptable. Have you ever had a sudden urge to do something you know is wrong? Maybe you’ve thought about grabbing a shirt from the store and just walking out the door without paying for it because the line at the register was too long and you didn’t want to wait....

Close Psychology is one of the most popular college majors throughout the world. Despite the popularity of the degree, many people wonder exactly how to make a living after majoring in psychology. The degree can lead to an almost endless array of career paths, which some students can find intimidating and even a little frightening.Is psychology a good degree? The answer to that questions depends on:Whether you understand all your optionsWhat you plan to do with your degreeWhat you expect to get out of a degreePsychology can be a fascinating topic and rewarding career choice, but that doesn’t mean that it’s the best major for everyone....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsOverviewBenefitsLimitations Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Overview Benefits Limitations Close Personality testsare abundant online. Social media platforms like Pinterest and Facebook offer a variety of quizzes purporting to detectour personality traits, unveiling the “real” us. While they sometimes reveal nuggets of truth that shed light ondifferent aspects of personality,most personality quizzes are just for fun. In addition, there are plenty of legitimate psychological assessments available both online and through mental health professionals that can help us better understand our personality and the personality of others....

Close If you’re passionate about helping people and making a difference in their lives, working in health care can be one of the most rewarding career choices there is. The industry already employs over 18 million people. Here are five key reasons you shouldconsider a healthcare careertoo. 1 Great Job Prospects Marcy Maloy/Stone/Getty Images Health carehas become the largest source of jobs in the U.S. outside of goods production, and its growth is going to continue....

Close GrapeImages / Getty ImagesWhile you might find yourself wonderingwhy is my memory so bad, forgetting is part of life. In fact, people forget surprisingly fast. Research has found that approximately 56% of information is forgotten within an hour, 66% after a day, and 75% after six days.The reality is that while the brain is capable of impressive feats, its capacity to store and recall details is limited. There are a few different ways and reasons that we forget things....

Close Both employers and employees don’t know how to approach the topic, don’t know what to say or what not to say, and just don’t feel like they have the tools to handle mental health issues. That’s why on Thursday, May 19th, 2022 for the Verywell Mind Webinar: Mental Health in the Workplace, Amy Morin, LCSW spoke to a panel of experts about strategies to support mental health in the workplace....

One of the difficulties in recognizingalcoholism as a diseaseis it doesn’t quite seem like one. It doesn’t look, sound or act like most diseases we know. And, generally, alcoholism remains hidden and resists treatment. Mental Obsession Have you ever woken up in the morning with a song playing over and over in your head? It might have been a commercial jingle you heard on television or a song from the radio, but it kept playing … and playing and playing....