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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCognitive Behavioral TherapyDialectical Behavior TherapyAcceptance and Commitment TherapyPsychodynamic TherapyFamily TherapyOther Types of Therapy to Consider A to Z Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Dialectical Behavior Therapy Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Family Therapy Other Types of Therapy to Consider A to Z Close Psychotherapy is not a one-size-fits-all approach to treating mental health conditions. If you’ve ever thought about trying therapy, you’ve probably noticed that there are many different therapy types available....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDependent and Independent VariablesIntervening VariablesExtraneous VariablesControlled VariablesConfounding VariablesOperationalizing VariablesFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Dependent and Independent Variables Intervening Variables Extraneous Variables Controlled Variables Confounding Variables Operationalizing Variables Frequently Asked Questions Close Imagine you’re a researcher studying how sleep affects mood. To explore the connection, you would look at two key “variables”: sleep (how much someone gets) and mood (how happy or irritable they feel)....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsStrainsForms of WeedFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Strains Forms of Weed Frequently Asked Questions The intensity and character ofmarijuana’s effectsvary with strain, preparation, and method of consumption. Your metabolism and frequency of use will also influence how marijuana affects you. This article discusses the options and their pros and cons so you can determine which cannabis type and form might be right for you....

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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionImpact on Self-WorthEffects of Conditional RegardHow It Works Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Impact on Self-Worth Effects of Conditional Regard How It Works Close According to Rogers, unconditional positive regard involves showing complete support and acceptance of a person, no matter what that person says or does. The therapist accepts and supports the client, no matter what they say or do, placing no conditions on this acceptance....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMeet Jared WatsonWhy Jared Watson Is Mentally StrongWhat You’ll Hear on the ShowWhat You’ll Learn About Mental Health and Mental StrengthQuotes From JaredMore About the Podcast Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Meet Jared Watson Why Jared Watson Is Mentally Strong What You’ll Hear on the Show What You’ll Learn About Mental Health and Mental Strength Quotes From Jared More About the Podcast...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMeet Justin BaldoniWhy Justin Baldoni Is Mentally StrongWhat You’ll Hear on the ShowWhat You’ll Learn About Mental Health and Mental StrengthQuotes From JustinMore About the Podcast Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Meet Justin Baldoni Why Justin Baldoni Is Mentally Strong What You’ll Hear on the Show What You’ll Learn About Mental Health and Mental Strength Quotes From Justin More About the Podcast...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is AAPI?Mental Healthcare for AAPIThe Need for Culturally Sensitive Treatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is AAPI? Mental Healthcare for AAPI The Need for Culturally Sensitive Treatment Close While it’s safe to say that everyone’s mental health has suffered during the pandemic, it’s also become clear that certain groups have been more impacted than others. Historically, AAPI communities have been assumed to be a thriving ‘model minority,’ viewed as more highly educated, financially prosperous, and successful compared to other communities of color in the United States....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionHow It OccursAccommodation vs. Assimilation Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition How It Occurs Accommodation vs. Assimilation Close What is Accommodation? Consider, for example, how small children learn about different types of animals. A young child may have an existing schema for dogs. They know that dogs have four legs, so they might automatically believe that all animals with four legs are dogs....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow They’re ConnectedComplicationsDiagnosisTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How They’re Connected Complications Diagnosis Treatment Coping Close The two conditions can have overlapping characteristics, but it is also common for them to occur together. Children with ADHD aremore likely to have a learning disabilitythan children who do not haveADHD. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 9.8% of children between the ages of three and 17 are diagnosed with ADHD....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUnderstanding ADHD and Social AnxietyComplicationsDiagnosisTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Understanding ADHD and Social Anxiety Complications Diagnosis Treatment Coping Close Though any anxiety disorder can coexist with ADHD,social anxiety disorder(SAD) is one of the most common. While estimates vary, research suggests that 60 to 70% of people with ADHD also experience social anxiety disorder. Learning the differences between the two conditions is important in the management and treatment of both....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsThe Connection Between ADHD and TraumaComplications of ADHD and TraumaDiagnosisTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents The Connection Between ADHD and Trauma Complications of ADHD and Trauma Diagnosis Treatment Coping Close There is an increasing body of research that shows the close association between ADHD and trauma. For instance, evidence shows that trauma may exacerbate pre-existing ADHD symptoms in children. Additionally, traumatic events can cause children to respond and behave in a way that mimics the symptoms of ADHD....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsComparing ADHD TypesSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Comparing ADHD Types Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Coping Close An estimated 5% of people around the world live with ADHD, which starts in childhood but often persists into adulthood. There are three types of ADHD, which are distinguished based on the characteristics or behaviors the person has: Up to 30% of people with ADHD have inattentive type ADHD....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Adolescent Psychology?The History of Adolescent PsychologyWhat Is Typical Teen Behavior?Therapy With Adolescents Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Adolescent Psychology? The History of Adolescent Psychology What Is Typical Teen Behavior? Therapy With Adolescents Close Adolescent psychology refers to the unique mental health needs of adolescents (defined as individuals between 10 and 19 years of age). Many people have an idea of what traditionaltalk therapylooks like with adults, and they might have an idea of whatplay therapylooks like with young children....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionWhat Does Alcoholism Look Like?What’s Technically Considered Alcoholism?Is Alcoholism Genetic or Hereditary?TypesHow Is Alcoholism Treated?Lifestyle Changes Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition What Does Alcoholism Look Like? What’s Technically Considered Alcoholism? Is Alcoholism Genetic or Hereditary? Types How Is Alcoholism Treated? Lifestyle Changes What Is the Official Definition of Alcoholism? Alcoholism is a term that is sometimes used to describe what is known as an alcohol use disorder (AUD)....