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On This Page:ToggleExamplesTypes of Case StudiesData CollectionHow do I Write a Case Study in Psychology?StrengthsLimitations On This Page:Toggle On This Page: Case studies are in-depth investigations of a person, group, event, or community. Typically, data is gathered from various sources using several methods (e.g., observations & interviews). The case study research method originated in clinical medicine (the case history, i.e., the patient’s personal history). In psychology, case studies are often confined to the study of a particular individual....

Child neglect involves a consistent failure to meet a child’s basic physical, medical, supervisory, emotional, or educational needs. Research overwhelmingly shows neglect impedes development in cognitive skills, self-regulation, learning, mental and physical health, and relationships. These impacts arise from the absence of essential stimulation and nurturing during sensitive brain growth periods. Children affected struggle with disruptive behaviors, depression, attachment issues, and chronic diseases extending into adulthood. This review aimed to identify any interventions used to help children recover from the negative sequelae ofneglect in any of its forms....

Initial evidence highlights intolerance of uncertainty and anxiety sensitivity as second-order mediators in the pathway from the general risk factor of neuroticism to the specific expression of OCD symptoms. However, more research on potential mediational factors is needed to explain this relationship better. Incorporating mediators like worry and brooding has helped explain links between neuroticism and general anxiety symptoms. However, their potential mediating roles in the development of OCD symptoms have been unexplored....

Internet-based cognitive behavioral therapy (iCBT) is a form of psychotherapy delivered via the internet, allowing patients to access treatment remotely. It applies principles of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), like identifying unhelpful thoughts and gradually facing fears, through online modules, assignments, and sometimes contact with a therapist via email or messaging. Key Points Rationale Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a disabling condition affecting 2-3% of the population, causing significant distress and impairment (Ruscio et al....

Family accommodation in OCD refers to the adjustments or changes family members make to assist or avoid conflict with a relative suffering from obsessive-compulsive disorder. This can include participating in or facilitating rituals, providing reassurance, or avoiding certain triggers. While intended to help, accommodation can inadvertently reinforce OCD symptoms and hinder treatment progress. Balancing post-COVID safety with the risk of inadvertently accommodating a child’s OCD through excessive hygiene measures. Key Points Rationale Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) affects 0....

How to get a man to open up to you emotionally is a question many women ask themselves, and there’s no simple answer. But building a strong foundation and trust and having the right approach (and patience) are essential ingredients. Young man and young woman on a first date, seated outdoors in the evening, enjoying a romantic ambiance as they engage in conversation Maybe you feel he’s not sharing what’s on his mind oremotionally closed off....

On This Page:ToggleKey PointsRationaleMethodResultsInsightStrengthsLimitationsClinical Implications On This Page:Toggle On This Page: Treatment-resistant obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) refers to OCD that persists after trials of at least twoevidence-based treatments, typically cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) incorporatingexposure and response preventionand an adequate trial of a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). Despite following treatment guidelines, symptoms remain at a clinically significant level, causing distress and impairment in functioning. More intensive or alternative interventions may be required for these refractory cases....

Mindfulnessfor OCD involves bringing open, non-judgmental present moment awareness to uncomfortable feelings or situations, rather than resisting or avoiding them. It creates space to welcome difficult emotions as part of the human experience. Non-judgment involves noticing when we are judging feelings as “bad” and stepping back into a more objective observer role rather than interpreting or making meaning out of the feelings. The purpose isn’t to always feel good but to create space for present moment experience....

Long-distance relationships (LDRs) can be equally as fulfilling as close proximity relationships. Dr Ana Yudin indicates that LDRs can be just as successful and sometimes even stronger than geographically stronger relationships. “It is not the geographical closeness that matters for determining whether a couple is going to last or how satisfied they are with each other but rather these subjective experiences and attitudes of the partners involved.” It is important to keep the relationship alive so as not to allow the distance tokill the relationship....

On This Page:ToggleWhat are Obsessions?What are Compulsions?Types of OCDEmbracing Uncertainty with OCDOCD CausesTreatment Options On This Page:Toggle On This Page: These obsessions are usually recurring and can be intrusive thoughts, images, or urges (uncomfortable bodily sensations). Because of these obsessions, they can drive an individual to perform certain actions, often repetitively, to alleviate the anxiety that the obsessions have caused (compulsions). According to Jon Hershfield, MFT, author of The Mindfulness Workbook for OCD:...

On This Page:ToggleLimerence vs loveSignsStagesWhat Limerence Feels LikeImpactCausesCoping On This Page:Toggle On This Page: Limerence is an obsession or intense longing for another person, regardless of whether those feelings are reciprocated. In the filmSaltburn, Oliver’s obsession with Felix and his consequent behavior is an example of limerence. On the surface, limerence may seem like love (especially the early stages), when you want to be close to the other person all the time, speak about them feverishly to your friends, and can’t stop thinking about them....

Opening up to people is difficult for many. Being more open with people and letting them see your inner world means embracing vulnerability and letting go of fear and shame – of course, that’s easier said than done. First, we’ll discuss some of the reasons why it’s so scary to open up to others, as this will shed some light on how to be more open with people and in relationships....

Emotional dysregulation is a commonsign of ADHDdefined as the reduced ability to control emotions and related behaviors arising from those emotions.People with ADHD tend to have more frequent and intense emotional reactions compared to others. They may feel emotions very strongly or have difficulty calming down once emotionally aroused.While not every person with ADHD experiences this,it is estimated that 30% to 70%of adults with ADHD and 25% to 45% of children with the disorder have significant emotion dysregulation....

Individuals with ADHD may often strugglewith signsof executive functioning, such as organizing tasks, maintaining focus, regulating emotions, retaining instructions, and successfully completing projects. These challenges can arise from brain differences in executive function processes, which impact areaslike working memory, attention, self-monitoring, and impulse control. Struggling with ADHD can feel like your brain is an unorganized filing cabinet, making it hard to initiate tasks, focus attention, plan ahead, organize thoughts, and regulate emotions....

On This Page:ToggleTheoryObservational LearningFeaturesModeling MediaSocial Learning vs. Social Cognitive On This Page:Toggle On This Page: Key Takeaways How We Learn From the Behavior of Others The theory is an extension of social learning that includes the effects of cognitive processes — such as conceptions, judgment, and motivation — on an individual’s behavior and on the environment that influences them. Numerous psychologists, such as Julian Rotter and the American personality psychologist Walter Mischel, have proposed different social-cognitive perspectives....