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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSignsWho It AffectsCausesImpactTips Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs Who It Affects Causes Impact Tips Close Revenge bedtime procrastination refers to a phenomenon in which people put off going to bed to engage in activities that they don’t have time for during the day.It is a way of finding time for leisure and entertainment—at the expense of sleep. The term ‘bedtime procrastination’ was introduced in a 2014 paper....

Revenge cheating in romantic relationships happens when one partner is trying to get back at another partner, typically as a response to the other partner’s infidelity. A study published in the North American Journal of Psychology says that infidelity is the most common type of deception in romantic relationships, and it’s most likely to occur when one person is less committed to the relationship. That same study even found that around 68% of women and 75% of men would admit to some form of sexual cheating....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of Contents3 Components of Romantic LoveRomantic Love vs. Other Kinds of LovePhases of Romantic LoveRomantic Love and Sexual Desire Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents 3 Components of Romantic Love Romantic Love vs. Other Kinds of Love Phases of Romantic Love Romantic Love and Sexual Desire Close Although there isn’t one clear definition, romantic love is most often thought of as a combination of attraction and idealization that can result in (or from) a bonded relationship....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSignsRumination vs. Emotional ProcessingCausesImpactWhat to Do Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs Rumination vs. Emotional Processing Causes Impact What to Do Close Rumination involves repetitive and passive thoughts focused on the causes and effects of a person’s distress. However, these thoughts do not lead to the person engaging in active coping mechanisms or problem-solving strategies that would relieve distress and improve mood....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHistorySymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents History Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Coping Close Schizoaffective disorderis a form of mental illness that has the features of both schizophrenia and a mood disorder. It has two variations: bipolar type and depressive type. A hallmark feature of bipolar type schizoaffective disorder is the presence ofmanic episodes. Manic episodes include periods of heightened emotion, ranging from joy to rage....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionSymptomsComplicationsDiagnosisCausesTreatmentWhen to Get Help Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Symptoms Complications Diagnosis Causes Treatment When to Get Help Close What Is Schizoaffective Disorder? Schizoaffective disorder is a chronic mental health condition that combines symptoms ofpsychosis(e.g., hallucinations anddelusions) with symptoms of mood disorders (e.g., mania and/or depression).Depending on what type of mood symptoms are present, schizoaffective disorder is diagnosed as eitherbipolar typeor depressive type....

Close This article will review the symptoms, duration, and treatment for schizophreniform disorder. Symptoms of Schizophreniform Disorder Individuals with schizophreniform disorder experiencepsychotic symptomsthat last for fewer than six months and then abate. If symptoms persist for more than six months, the individual has another disorder, such as schizophrenia orschizoaffective disorderrather than schizophreniform disorder. Signs and Symptoms of Schizophrenia In order to qualify for a diagnosis of schizophreniform disorder, an individual must have two or more of the following symptoms for a period of at least one month but not longer than six months:...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Coping Close They’re often described as eccentric or bizarre. They may be suspicious and paranoid of others. They come across as “stiff” and don’t seem to fit in anywhere they go. Schizotypal Personality Disorder Symptoms Individuals with schizotypal personality disorders experience extreme discomfort during interpersonal interactions. Unlike insocial anxiety disorder, where an individual is likely to grow more comfortable with time, individuals with schizotypal personality disorder remain uncomfortable even when they’re interacting with the same people in the same environment over and over again....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Diagnosis Treatment Coping Close It is not uncommon for people to experience seasonal fluctuation in moods. You may have noticed how a gray, rainy day makes you feel gloomy and tired, while a sunny day can leave you feeling cheerful and energized. The longer, sunnier days of summer are often associated with better moods, while the shorter, darker days that begin in late fall often align with an increase in SAD symptoms....

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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsDiagnosisCausesComplicationsTreatmentCopingFAQs Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Diagnosis Causes Complications Treatment Coping FAQs Close It is estimated that less than 1% of children have selective mutism. The first described cases date back to 1877 when German physician Adolph Kussmaul labeled children who did not speak as having “aphasia voluntaria.” Selective mutism can have a number of consequences, particularly if it goes untreated....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat is Self-Concept?How It DevelopsCan It Be Changed?Other Self-Concept TheoriesFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What is Self-Concept? How It Develops Can It Be Changed? Other Self-Concept Theories Frequently Asked Questions Close Other examples of self-concept include: Our self-perception is important because it affects ourmotivations,attitudes, and behaviors. It also affects how we feel about the person we think we are, including whether we are competent or have self-worth....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsImportanceTheories of Self-EsteemCausesHealthy Self-EsteemLow Self-EsteemExcessive Self-EsteemHow to Improve Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Importance Theories of Self-Esteem Causes Healthy Self-Esteem Low Self-Esteem Excessive Self-Esteem How to Improve Close Self-esteem is your subjective sense of overall personalworthor value. Similar to self-respect, it describes your level of confidence in your abilities and attributes. Having healthy self-esteem can influence your motivation, your mental well-being, and your overall quality of life....

Close Self-handicapping involves engaging in behaviors that sabotage your chances of success. Why would people do things that might make them more likely to fail? We all want to feel good about ourselves, but researchers have found that we hurt our chances of success to avoid taking responsibility for our failures. For example, students might stay out all night to avoid studying when faced with an important exam. Then when they do poorly, they can blame their poor scores on their friends for keeping them out late rather than their own lack of intelligence....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesEffectsHow to Stop the Cycle Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Effects How to Stop the Cycle Close Self-loathing, or self-hatred, is extreme criticism of oneself. It may feel that nothing you do is good enough or that you are unworthy or undeserving of good things in life. Self-hate can feel like having someone following you around at all times, criticizing you and pointing out every flaw or shaming you for every mistake....