Panic Disorder
... of specific circumstances or objects, such as traffic jams or snakes. Social phobia: extreme fear of looking foolish or stupid or unacceptable in public that causes people to avoid public occasions or areas. Agoraphobia: an intense fear of feeling trapped in a situation, especially in public pla ...
... of specific circumstances or objects, such as traffic jams or snakes. Social phobia: extreme fear of looking foolish or stupid or unacceptable in public that causes people to avoid public occasions or areas. Agoraphobia: an intense fear of feeling trapped in a situation, especially in public pla ...
Conversion Disorder - Europe`s Journal of Psychology
... and Hersen (1976) described four case studies where conversion symptoms manipulated the social environment to provide the desired social rewards following stress that resulted from interpersonal conflicts (e.g., marital stress). Symptoms were abandoned when patients were "taught new ways of seeking ...
... and Hersen (1976) described four case studies where conversion symptoms manipulated the social environment to provide the desired social rewards following stress that resulted from interpersonal conflicts (e.g., marital stress). Symptoms were abandoned when patients were "taught new ways of seeking ...
Abstractbook EABCT 2012
... lack of safety and high threat levels. This includes unsafe attachment and emotional (and often sexual) abuse. ST can be seen as a way to repair these early experiences. ST has 3 foci: (1) the therapeutic relationship (the therapists offers a safe relationship and “reparents” in a limited way); (2) ...
... lack of safety and high threat levels. This includes unsafe attachment and emotional (and often sexual) abuse. ST can be seen as a way to repair these early experiences. ST has 3 foci: (1) the therapeutic relationship (the therapists offers a safe relationship and “reparents” in a limited way); (2) ...
The Harvard Trauma Questionnaire: Reliability and Validity
... This dissertation contributes to the EBA literature by examining the empirical evidence of the psychometric properties of the HTQ symptom scales. The goal of this research is to provide information regarding the cross-cultural applicability of the HTQ symptom scales, thereby helping clinicians and r ...
... This dissertation contributes to the EBA literature by examining the empirical evidence of the psychometric properties of the HTQ symptom scales. The goal of this research is to provide information regarding the cross-cultural applicability of the HTQ symptom scales, thereby helping clinicians and r ...
Introduction To DSM-5- Part II
... – Both replace former specifier “with OC symptoms” in diagnoses of anxiety disorders due to a general medical condition and substance-induced anxiety disorder – Reflect recognition that substances, medication and medical conditions can present with symptoms similar to primary OC and related disorder ...
... – Both replace former specifier “with OC symptoms” in diagnoses of anxiety disorders due to a general medical condition and substance-induced anxiety disorder – Reflect recognition that substances, medication and medical conditions can present with symptoms similar to primary OC and related disorder ...
Science Current Directions in Psychological
... maltreatment and dissociation for several reasons. First, in most studies (e.g., Ross & Ness, 2010), objective corroboration of abuse is lacking. Second, the overwhelming majority of studies of self-reported trauma and dissociation are based on cross-sectional designs that do not permit causal infer ...
... maltreatment and dissociation for several reasons. First, in most studies (e.g., Ross & Ness, 2010), objective corroboration of abuse is lacking. Second, the overwhelming majority of studies of self-reported trauma and dissociation are based on cross-sectional designs that do not permit causal infer ...
Throughout history, the concept of war has been displayed
... post-traumatic stress disorder such as, "gaps in memory; distressing memories, dreams or flashbacks; feelings of being cut-off or detached from loved ones; " (Veterans Affairs Canada, 2009). Even in the war, Billy has already experienced several of these symptoms, argued with evidence shown earlier ...
... post-traumatic stress disorder such as, "gaps in memory; distressing memories, dreams or flashbacks; feelings of being cut-off or detached from loved ones; " (Veterans Affairs Canada, 2009). Even in the war, Billy has already experienced several of these symptoms, argued with evidence shown earlier ...
Post traumatic torture disorders - A 3 year retrospective study
... torture used against the torture survivors attending the ACTV treatment centre, their sociodemographic characteristics, the psychological, physical and social sequelae and the various treatments offered to them including prevention. A total of 403 patient records were reviewed. Of these, 93 (33%) we ...
... torture used against the torture survivors attending the ACTV treatment centre, their sociodemographic characteristics, the psychological, physical and social sequelae and the various treatments offered to them including prevention. A total of 403 patient records were reviewed. Of these, 93 (33%) we ...
DISSOCIATIVE IDENTITY DISORDER: DIAGNOSIS, COMORBIDITY, DIFFERENTIAL DIAGNOSIS, AND TREATMENT
... among them, partial representations of this spectrum of psychopathology may be diagnosed as dissociative amnesia, depersonalization disorder, or dissociative disorder not elsewhere classified (DDNEC). Dissociative disorders report the highest frequency of childhood abuse and/or neglect among all psy ...
... among them, partial representations of this spectrum of psychopathology may be diagnosed as dissociative amnesia, depersonalization disorder, or dissociative disorder not elsewhere classified (DDNEC). Dissociative disorders report the highest frequency of childhood abuse and/or neglect among all psy ...
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder Evidence Update July
... Long term effectiveness of treatment for ADHD NICE clinical guideline 72 (NICE CG72) notes that people with ADHD require integrated care that addresses a wide range of personal, social, educational and occupational needs. The effectiveness of treatment or non-treatment over the long term was not dis ...
... Long term effectiveness of treatment for ADHD NICE clinical guideline 72 (NICE CG72) notes that people with ADHD require integrated care that addresses a wide range of personal, social, educational and occupational needs. The effectiveness of treatment or non-treatment over the long term was not dis ...
Meeting the Challenge of Chronic Insomnia
... Sitting inactive in a public place for example, a theater or meeting ...
... Sitting inactive in a public place for example, a theater or meeting ...
MINISTRY of HEALTH UKRAINE
... Psychiatrists have long recognized that otherwise well-functioning people may develop psychotic symptoms when they are confronted with overwhelming stress. In certain cultures, symptoms conform to certain patterns that are recognized by the individual's group as a valid signal of the person's distre ...
... Psychiatrists have long recognized that otherwise well-functioning people may develop psychotic symptoms when they are confronted with overwhelming stress. In certain cultures, symptoms conform to certain patterns that are recognized by the individual's group as a valid signal of the person's distre ...
Obsessive–compulsive disorder
... be due in part to stigma associated with OCD. The typical OCD sufferer performs tasks (or compulsions) to seek relief from obsession-related anxiety. To others, these tasks may appear odd and unnecessary. But for the sufferer, such tasks can feel critically important, and must be performed in partic ...
... be due in part to stigma associated with OCD. The typical OCD sufferer performs tasks (or compulsions) to seek relief from obsession-related anxiety. To others, these tasks may appear odd and unnecessary. But for the sufferer, such tasks can feel critically important, and must be performed in partic ...
Narcissistic Personality Disorder
... The early observation by Kohut3 that persons with NPD lack an inner drive to act was counterintuitive, because at least from the overt, blatantly arrogant type, one would expect a tendency to ruthlessly keep singing “I shall overcome.” But, when persistence is needed, s ...
... The early observation by Kohut3 that persons with NPD lack an inner drive to act was counterintuitive, because at least from the overt, blatantly arrogant type, one would expect a tendency to ruthlessly keep singing “I shall overcome.” But, when persistence is needed, s ...
fibromyalgia - Innovative Educational Services
... anxiety are present, it is more likely the result of fibromyalgia than the cause of it. It has been suggested that the pain of FMS is related to microtrauma in deconditioned muscles and that exercise works by conditioning these muscles. However, reports of muscle biopsy abnormalities other than disu ...
... anxiety are present, it is more likely the result of fibromyalgia than the cause of it. It has been suggested that the pain of FMS is related to microtrauma in deconditioned muscles and that exercise works by conditioning these muscles. However, reports of muscle biopsy abnormalities other than disu ...
Heading 1 - Oxford Cognitive Therapy Centre
... We continue to offer a range of courses leading to University of Oxford qualifications. These include: Short-courses in Supervision, Training, Research, Service Development and Advanced Clinical Skills PG Certificate in CBT for Psychological Trauma PG Diploma in CBT (BABCP Accredited) MSc in CBT op ...
... We continue to offer a range of courses leading to University of Oxford qualifications. These include: Short-courses in Supervision, Training, Research, Service Development and Advanced Clinical Skills PG Certificate in CBT for Psychological Trauma PG Diploma in CBT (BABCP Accredited) MSc in CBT op ...
Psychogenic movement disorders
... passive movement. These characteristic features of psychogenic tremors can also be seen in cases of psychogenic parkinsonism, which is a rare syndrome accounting for 0·17–0·5% of all parkinsonism cases.5,13 In psychogenic parkinsonism, atypical tremor occurs in conjunction with extremely slow moveme ...
... passive movement. These characteristic features of psychogenic tremors can also be seen in cases of psychogenic parkinsonism, which is a rare syndrome accounting for 0·17–0·5% of all parkinsonism cases.5,13 In psychogenic parkinsonism, atypical tremor occurs in conjunction with extremely slow moveme ...
Borderline Personality Disorder EXPLAINED
... cues that might reveal that people they care about do not really care or love them after all. Understanding Splitting: All or nothing thinking, with relationships and with other things. When there is a problem, they may feel as if there is only one solution. No in between or gray areas. This may bec ...
... cues that might reveal that people they care about do not really care or love them after all. Understanding Splitting: All or nothing thinking, with relationships and with other things. When there is a problem, they may feel as if there is only one solution. No in between or gray areas. This may bec ...
Report of the
... indicate that the majority of parents4 of children who have ADHD have sought and are using a number of alternative treatments. While these indeed are popular among parents, their efficacy is not well established at this time. These treatments utilize a number of approaches; for example: diet manipul ...
... indicate that the majority of parents4 of children who have ADHD have sought and are using a number of alternative treatments. While these indeed are popular among parents, their efficacy is not well established at this time. These treatments utilize a number of approaches; for example: diet manipul ...
- Psychiatry Lectures
... • Needs others to assume responsibility for most major areas of his or her life. • Has difficulty expressing disagreement with others because of unrealistic fears of loss of support or approval. • Has difficulty initiating projects or doing things on his or her own (because of a lack of self-confide ...
... • Needs others to assume responsibility for most major areas of his or her life. • Has difficulty expressing disagreement with others because of unrealistic fears of loss of support or approval. • Has difficulty initiating projects or doing things on his or her own (because of a lack of self-confide ...
Relief from OCD - Anxiety and Depression Association of America
... There’s no reason to be afraid or ashamed to seek treatment. OCD is a disorder, just like asthma or diabetes. Learning to manage this disorder can dramatically boost your peace of mind and improve your quality of life. Far too often, people with OCD suffer in silence, unaware that their symptoms are ...
... There’s no reason to be afraid or ashamed to seek treatment. OCD is a disorder, just like asthma or diabetes. Learning to manage this disorder can dramatically boost your peace of mind and improve your quality of life. Far too often, people with OCD suffer in silence, unaware that their symptoms are ...
Module 6: Psychological Evidence of Torture and Ill Treatment
... Even though diagnosis of trauma-related mental disorder supports the claim of torture; not meeting criteria for a psychiatric diagnosis does not mean the person was not tortured ...
... Even though diagnosis of trauma-related mental disorder supports the claim of torture; not meeting criteria for a psychiatric diagnosis does not mean the person was not tortured ...
A 35-Year-Old Woman with Somatic Symptoms
... rule out possible occult organic diseases. Any abnormality among these laboratory data must be evaluated carefully. Finally, concurrent psychiatric disorders, especially depression and anxiety disorders that are amenable to specific treatment, should be sought both at the beginning of treatment and ...
... rule out possible occult organic diseases. Any abnormality among these laboratory data must be evaluated carefully. Finally, concurrent psychiatric disorders, especially depression and anxiety disorders that are amenable to specific treatment, should be sought both at the beginning of treatment and ...
Parasomnias - MetroHealth
... asleep or during sleep. Medical or psychological problems are rarely associated with rhythmicmovement disorder. Behavior treatment may be effective in severe cases. SleepRelated Eating A rare type of sleepwalking is "sleeprelated eating". People with this disorder experience recurrent episodes o ...
... asleep or during sleep. Medical or psychological problems are rarely associated with rhythmicmovement disorder. Behavior treatment may be effective in severe cases. SleepRelated Eating A rare type of sleepwalking is "sleeprelated eating". People with this disorder experience recurrent episodes o ...
Failures in Cognitive-Behavior Therapy for Children
... for the duration of the school day. After two weeks, however, the vice principal no longer allowed her to stay in the classroom. Thereafter, his mother had to drop him off at the classroom door. Mother reported that when she left him, ‘‘His screams could be heard all over the school.’’ Juan’s fussin ...
... for the duration of the school day. After two weeks, however, the vice principal no longer allowed her to stay in the classroom. Thereafter, his mother had to drop him off at the classroom door. Mother reported that when she left him, ‘‘His screams could be heard all over the school.’’ Juan’s fussin ...