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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsKey ConceptsPrinciplesTechniquesUsesBenefitsEffectivenessThings to ConsiderHow to Get Started Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Key Concepts Principles Techniques Uses Benefits Effectiveness Things to Consider How to Get Started Motivational interviewing is a counseling approach designed to help people find the motivation to make a positive behavior change. This client-centered approach is particularly effective for people who have mixed feelings about changing their behavior....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypesPrevalenceSymptomsCausesTreatmentsImpact Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types Prevalence Symptoms Causes Treatments Impact Close Neurodevelopmental disorders (NDs) are types of disorders that influence how the brain functions and alter neurological development, causing difficulties in social, cognitive, and emotional functioning. The most common NDs areautism spectrum disorder (ASD)andattention-deficit/hyperactive disorder (ADHD).Many NDs are not as well known or widely studied. NDs usually onset during stages of development....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUnderstanding the ConnectionPotential ComplicationsDiagnosisTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Understanding the Connection Potential Complications Diagnosis Treatment Coping OCD is a condition that causes obsessions (recurrent thoughts) and compulsions (repetitive behaviors). Studies show that about two-thirds of people with eating disorders also have a co-occurring anxiety disorder.Of these, one of the most common isobsessive-compulsive disorderor OCD. Research indicates that people diagnosed with eating disorders likeanorexia nervosaorbulimia nervosaare 11% to 69% more likely to develop OCD....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCharacteristics of Oldest ChildrenImpact of Oldest Child Syndrome on DevelopmentHow Being the Oldest Child Affects PersonalityPractical Strategies for Managing Oldest Child SyndromeWhere to Go From Here Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Characteristics of Oldest Children Impact of Oldest Child Syndrome on Development How Being the Oldest Child Affects Personality Practical Strategies for Managing Oldest Child Syndrome Where to Go From Here...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsDiagnosisCausesTreatmentCopingFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Diagnosis Causes Treatment Coping Frequently Asked Questions Ornithophobia is the fear of birds, and it can take many forms.Some people fear only birds of prey, while others are afraid of household pets like parakeets. A central feature of any phobia includes that a person is persistently afraid of the object or situation, even if it is not an immediate threat....

Close Key TakeawaysPrimary progressive aphasia (PPA) is a less common form of dementia, and one that not as many people are aware of.It primarily affects speech and language, with memory loss becoming more apparent further on in the condition.While it’s less common, research into PPA is ongoing and there is support available for people living with the condition and their loved ones. Key Takeaways Primary progressive aphasia (PPA) is a less common form of dementia, and one that not as many people are aware of....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow They WorkTypesSide EffectsRisks and WarningsFAQs Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How They Work Types Side Effects Risks and Warnings FAQs Close What is the most important information I should know about psychotropic medicines?Psychotropic medicines may cause side effects and pose risks that you should discuss with your healthcare provider.Never take psychotropic drugs (or any prescription medications) without a prescription. What is the most important information I should know about psychotropic medicines?...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Sexual Assault?What Is PTSD?Symptoms of PTSDEffects of Sexual AssaultTreatment OptionsHow to Help a Loved One Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Sexual Assault? What Is PTSD? Symptoms of PTSD Effects of Sexual Assault Treatment Options How to Help a Loved One Close A person who has been sexually assaulted will generally experience high levels of distress immediately afterward. Thetraumaof being assaulted can lead to fear, anger,guilt, anxiety, and sadness....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDissociation and Dissociative DisordersTrauma and DissociationDissociation as a Coping StrategyPTSD and DissociationTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Dissociation and Dissociative Disorders Trauma and Dissociation Dissociation as a Coping Strategy PTSD and Dissociation Treatment Coping Close There is a very strong link between trauma (especiallychildhood abuse and/or neglect) and dissociative disorders, and the relationship is important in both directions.It’s thought that long-term trauma is a root cause of dissociative disorders, with dissociation occurring as a coping strategy that allows people to distance themselves from a trauma that may otherwise be unbearable....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUnderstanding the ConnectionComplicationsDiagnosisTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Understanding the Connection Complications Diagnosis Treatment Coping Close Post-traumatic stress disorder(PTSD) is a condition that can occur after someone has experienced a traumatic event. It involves four clusters of symptoms:re-experiencingsymptoms, avoidance symptoms, negative changes in mood and brain function, andhyperarousal symptoms. However, sometimes PTSD can also occur with psychosis.Psychosisinvolves losing connection with reality, which can lead to symptoms such as delusions, hallucinations, and incoherent behavior....

Ataque de nervios, also known as Puerto Rico Syndrome or Puerto Rican Syndrome, is a culturally-bound syndrome exclusive toLatinocultures, particularly those of the Caribbean. It is far more likely to occur in women, although symptoms have also been reported in males. The Spanish phrase literally translates as “attack of the nerves,” and often resembles apanic attack, but the two disorders are not precisely the same. Symptoms Like all fear responses, ataque de nervios may present differently in different individuals....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat the Law SaysUnderstanding ConsentAlcohol and DrugsWhat to Do Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What the Law Says Understanding Consent Alcohol and Drugs What to Do Sexual assault is a severe, punishable act that should not be taken lightly. Maybe you hooked up with someone while you were drunk. Maybe a stranger touched you inappropriately in passing. Maybe you were pressured into having sex with your partner....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsThe Dynamics of Reactive AbuseRecognizing the Signs of Reactive AbuseThe Psychological Impact of Reactive AbuseThe Connection Between Reactive Abuse and GaslightingHow to Break the Cycle of Reactive AbuseEmpowering Yourself Against Reactive Abuse Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents The Dynamics of Reactive Abuse Recognizing the Signs of Reactive Abuse The Psychological Impact of Reactive Abuse The Connection Between Reactive Abuse and Gaslighting...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSignsCausesImpactRelationshipsMental HealthCoping Strategies Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs Causes Impact Relationships Mental Health Coping Strategies Close While no one enjoys beingrejected, some people are more sensitive to social rejection than others. Individuals who are high in rejection sensitivity are so fearful and aversive of rejection that it impacts their daily lives. These people expect to be rejected all the time. And as they anxiously look for signs that someone doesn’t want to be with them, they often behave in ways that push other people away....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCharacteristics of Retroactive JealousyCausesImpactCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Characteristics of Retroactive Jealousy Causes Impact Coping Close Have you ever felt uncomfortable with your partner’s dating history? Have you ever beenjealousof their previous romantic partners? Have you ever compared yourself to their ex-partners and felt insecure? If so, you may be experiencing retroactive jealousy. Retroactive jealousy is when you have an unhealthy preoccupation with your partner’s romantic history....