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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSchizophrenia: A Psychotic DisorderClinical SymptomsOther SymptomsSymptoms in Children and TeensPsychiatric AssessmentClosely Related ConditionsWhen to Consult a DoctorNext in Schizophrenia GuideCauses and Risk Factors of Schizophrenia Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Schizophrenia: A Psychotic Disorder Clinical Symptoms Other Symptoms Symptoms in Children and Teens Psychiatric Assessment Closely Related Conditions When to Consult a Doctor Next in Schizophrenia Guide Close The symptoms of schizophrenia can seem peculiar to people who observe them....

Close Symptoms of Test Anxiety Physical Symptoms Physical symptoms of test anxiety include, but are not limited to: Milder cases of test anxiety can cause a sense of “butterflies” in the stomach, while more severe cases can cause students to become physically ill. People may even vomit or experience diarrhea before a test. Getting to Know The Physical Symptoms of Anxiety Emotional symptoms Emotional symptoms of test anxiety include, but are not limited to:...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSigns of InattentionSigns of Hyperactivity and ImpulsivityChildhood vs. Teenage ADHD SymptomsDiagnostic Criteria for ADHD in TeensSubtypes of ADHDComplications Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs of Inattention Signs of Hyperactivity and Impulsivity Childhood vs. Teenage ADHD Symptoms Diagnostic Criteria for ADHD in Teens Subtypes of ADHD Complications Close If you’ve noticed that your teenage child has difficultypaying attention, sitting still, or completing chores or schoolwork, you may wonder whether they’re just being a typical teenager or whether it’s something more serious, such asattention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSigns and SymptomsRisk Factors for ADHD in ChildrenGetting Your Toddler an ADHD DiagnosisSupporting Your Toddler’s NeedsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs and Symptoms Risk Factors for ADHD in Children Getting Your Toddler an ADHD Diagnosis Supporting Your Toddler’s Needs Frequently Asked Questions Close Attention-deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a behavioral and developmental disorder that affects about 5%-7% of the population....

Close While some children areresilient to stressful eventsand other major life changes, others struggle to rebound. A child who exhibits changes in mood or behavior after a stressful life event may have an adjustment disorder. An adjustment disorder is a mental health condition that may require professional help. With appropriate intervention, adjustment disorders usually respond well to treatment. Causes People of all ages can haveadjustment disorders, but they’re especially common in children and adolescents....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Coping Close An emotional breakdown, also known as anervous breakdown, mental breakdown, or mental health crisis, is a period of severe emotional distress, during which a person may feel paralyzed and entirely incapable of coping with challenges, saysSabrina Romanoff, PsyD, a clinical psychologist and professor at Yeshiva University. Metaphorically speaking, an emotional breakdown can be likened to a total tire blowout that has a car stranded on the side of the road, according to the Huntsman Mental Health Institute at the University of Utah....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSignsConsequencesTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs Consequences Treatment Anorexia nervosa is a serious, and sometimes deadly,eating disorderthat impacts 0.3% to 0.4% of young women in the United States.Adolescents between ages of 15 and 24 with anorexia have 12 times the risk of dying compared to their same-aged peers.Because the disease often starts in the teen years and can be fatal if not treated, it’s important for parents to know the signs of anorexia in teens....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Childhood Trauma?Signs of Childhood Trauma in Adults Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Childhood Trauma? Signs of Childhood Trauma in Adults Close If you experiencedtrauma as a child, it’s likely that you are or have experienced some amount of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) later in life. This article explains what trauma is, what childhood abuse may look like, and how childhood trauma impacts adulthood....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Cocaine?Signs of Cocaine UseSigns of Cocaine IntoxicationSigns of Cocaine OverdoseTreatment and Prevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Cocaine? Signs of Cocaine Use Signs of Cocaine Intoxication Signs of Cocaine Overdose Treatment and Prevention What is the most important information I should know about cocaine?Cocaine is a powerful illicit stimulant drug that was the third leading cause of overdose deaths in 2021....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsConfirmation BiasAttribution BiasConformity BiasBeauty BiasGender BiasAgeismThe Contrast Effect Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Confirmation Bias Attribution Bias Conformity Bias Beauty Bias Gender Bias Ageism The Contrast Effect Close Bias refers to a tendency or preference towards a certain group, idea, or concept that influences our judgments and decisions. Our experiences, culture, social norms, and personal beliefs often shape these beliefs. The way we act on these biases can be either conscious or unconscious and can lead toprejudicedor discriminatory behaviors....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAttachment TheoryTake the Attachment Styles QuizCharacteristicsCausesImpactWhat You Can Do Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Attachment Theory Take the Attachment Styles Quiz Characteristics Causes Impact What You Can Do Close Dismissive avoidant attachment is a term for when someone tries to avoid emotional connection, attachment, and closeness to other people. A person with dismissive avoidant attachment usually doesn’t pursue romantic relationships, and may actively avoid them....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsChild Abuse Prevalence, Risk Factors, and Getting HelpTypes of Emotional AbuseSignsImpact Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Child Abuse Prevalence, Risk Factors, and Getting Help Types of Emotional Abuse Signs Impact Close This article discusses the types of emotional abuse, the signs to look for in children, and the impact it has on those who have had this experience. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),child abuseandneglectare entirely too common in the United States, with 1 in 7 children being a victim....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsA Need to Be RightOblivious to Others' FeelingsInsensitivityBlaming OthersPoor Coping SkillsOutburstsRelationship StrugglesSelf-CenterednessTake the Emotional Intelligence Test Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents A Need to Be Right Oblivious to Others' Feelings Insensitivity Blaming Others Poor Coping Skills Outbursts Relationship Struggles Self-Centeredness Take the Emotional Intelligence Test Close You may know someone who never seems to be able to control their emotions or understand the feelings of others....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsNarcissism and NPDSigns of Narcissistic CollapseCommon TriggersThe Effects of Narcissistic CollapseCoping StrategiesRecovery Strategies for Narcissists Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Narcissism and NPD Signs of Narcissistic Collapse Common Triggers The Effects of Narcissistic Collapse Coping Strategies Recovery Strategies for Narcissists Narcissistic collapse happens when a person withnarcissistic personality disorder(NPD) becomes unable to uphold their grandiose, confident image due to a perceived fatal blow to their reputation....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSignsCausesImpactBenefitsRisksLiving With Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs Causes Impact Benefits Risks Living With Close Pessimism is not a mental illness, but apersonality traitin which someone has a more negative—or some might say, realistic—view of life. A pessimist usually expects unfavorable outcomes and is suspicious when things seem to be going well. Pessimism is not a trait most people aspire to. It’s associated with negativity, a “glass half-full” attitude, depression, and othermood disorders....