5: The Genetics of Mental Disorders
... the passing of deleterious genes by reducing or preventing the reproduction of individuals carrying such genes. A number of scientific discoveries planted the seeds of eugenic policies in the 19th and 20th centuries. Galton himself observed that many accomplished men of his day were linked by blind ...
... the passing of deleterious genes by reducing or preventing the reproduction of individuals carrying such genes. A number of scientific discoveries planted the seeds of eugenic policies in the 19th and 20th centuries. Galton himself observed that many accomplished men of his day were linked by blind ...
Bipolar Mood Disorder in children and adolescents
... could be significantly influenced by the bipolar process (Goldstein et al., 2005). The authors comment on the prevalence of certain behaviours in the bipolar adolescent that may overlap with Cluster B personality pathologies, specifically Borderline and Histrionic Personality Disorders. The manic ex ...
... could be significantly influenced by the bipolar process (Goldstein et al., 2005). The authors comment on the prevalence of certain behaviours in the bipolar adolescent that may overlap with Cluster B personality pathologies, specifically Borderline and Histrionic Personality Disorders. The manic ex ...
The Paroxysmal Disorders - Pacific Neuropsychiatric Institute
... Seizures. A controversial condition, Paroxysmal Startle Disorder, one major manifestation of this Paroxysmal Somatoform Disorder is postulated not only to exist, but argued to demonstrate an important biological mechanism for Paroxysmal Somatoform Disorder. Finally, a new name is suggested, namely P ...
... Seizures. A controversial condition, Paroxysmal Startle Disorder, one major manifestation of this Paroxysmal Somatoform Disorder is postulated not only to exist, but argued to demonstrate an important biological mechanism for Paroxysmal Somatoform Disorder. Finally, a new name is suggested, namely P ...
Personality traits and eating disorders
... 2009). A study by Sansone, Levitt, and Sansone (2005) presented a review of empirical studies that demonstrated the presence of personality disorders among people with some type of ED. Specifically, women suffering from anorexia nervosa, restricting subtype, were most frequently obsessive-compulsive ...
... 2009). A study by Sansone, Levitt, and Sansone (2005) presented a review of empirical studies that demonstrated the presence of personality disorders among people with some type of ED. Specifically, women suffering from anorexia nervosa, restricting subtype, were most frequently obsessive-compulsive ...
effects of childhood maltreatment a
... the development of BPD. Early evidence was provided by Linehan [22], who emphasized the relevance of an invalidating environment in her bio-social theory about the development of BPD. Early experiences of emotional neglect by primary caretakers are an important psychosocial risk factor for the devel ...
... the development of BPD. Early evidence was provided by Linehan [22], who emphasized the relevance of an invalidating environment in her bio-social theory about the development of BPD. Early experiences of emotional neglect by primary caretakers are an important psychosocial risk factor for the devel ...
CDP Research Update -- March 26, 2015 What`s Here: A Diagnosis
... Sleep disturbance is a common and disturbing symptom in military personnel, with many individuals progressing to the development of insomnia, which is characterized by increased arousals, wakefulness after sleep onset, and distorted sleep architecture. The molecular mechanisms underlying insomnia re ...
... Sleep disturbance is a common and disturbing symptom in military personnel, with many individuals progressing to the development of insomnia, which is characterized by increased arousals, wakefulness after sleep onset, and distorted sleep architecture. The molecular mechanisms underlying insomnia re ...
PDF available - Jonathan S. Abramowitz, PhD
... motor responses (e.g., head twitching, eye blinking). Such “tic-like” compulsions can be difficult to distinguish from tics as observed in Tourette’s syndrome. The most significant change for OCD in DSM-5, however, is the classification of this disorder within the DSM; specifically, OCD is no longer ...
... motor responses (e.g., head twitching, eye blinking). Such “tic-like” compulsions can be difficult to distinguish from tics as observed in Tourette’s syndrome. The most significant change for OCD in DSM-5, however, is the classification of this disorder within the DSM; specifically, OCD is no longer ...
PTSD - NDCRC
... Dissociative Subtype of PTSD: Meets criteria for a diagnosis of PTSD Experiences high levels of depersonalization or ...
... Dissociative Subtype of PTSD: Meets criteria for a diagnosis of PTSD Experiences high levels of depersonalization or ...
307 Post Traumatic S.. - University Psychiatry
... PTSD is highly comorbid with other psychiatric disorders ...
... PTSD is highly comorbid with other psychiatric disorders ...
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in the
... Given that avoidance and escape behaviors seem to be important factors in the development and maintenance of posttrauma psychopathology, reduction of avoidance or escape would seem to be a fundamental goal of PTSD treatment. A number of psychotherapy approaches for PTSD, varying in their emphasis on ...
... Given that avoidance and escape behaviors seem to be important factors in the development and maintenance of posttrauma psychopathology, reduction of avoidance or escape would seem to be a fundamental goal of PTSD treatment. A number of psychotherapy approaches for PTSD, varying in their emphasis on ...
Bipolar Disorder - Continuing Education Course
... the modern concept of bipolar disorder, provided a clinical description in which he identified symptom-free intervals between the two extremes of mania and depression, and he coined the term manic-depressive psychosis. The similar term manic-depressive illness dates from the 1950s, and in the 1980s ...
... the modern concept of bipolar disorder, provided a clinical description in which he identified symptom-free intervals between the two extremes of mania and depression, and he coined the term manic-depressive psychosis. The similar term manic-depressive illness dates from the 1950s, and in the 1980s ...
Turbulent Minds: Gifted, ADD, or Both
... Gifted children perch at the far right end of the IQ bell curve. They are in the top 2.5 percent of the population and are as far from “normal” as children with mild mental retardation. Yet they are presumed to be normal kids with good academic skills who will happily churn through extra math proble ...
... Gifted children perch at the far right end of the IQ bell curve. They are in the top 2.5 percent of the population and are as far from “normal” as children with mild mental retardation. Yet they are presumed to be normal kids with good academic skills who will happily churn through extra math proble ...
Oral Scientific Paper Session IV Friday, May 3, 2013 2:30 – 4:00 p.m.
... Weightism, or the tendency to report negative attitudes and biases towards overweight individuals, flourishes among individuals within American society such that discrimination towards overweight individuals is deemed culturally acceptable. However, few studies have explored trends of weightism in y ...
... Weightism, or the tendency to report negative attitudes and biases towards overweight individuals, flourishes among individuals within American society such that discrimination towards overweight individuals is deemed culturally acceptable. However, few studies have explored trends of weightism in y ...
CHAPTER 13 Psychological Disorders
... predisposition, abnormal brain functioning • Psychological: abusive parenting, inappropriate modeling ...
... predisposition, abnormal brain functioning • Psychological: abusive parenting, inappropriate modeling ...
黃宗顯醫生
... • Diagnosed in boys 3 to 4 times more often than in girls 男孩患者比女孩患者高3至4倍 • Persists in 30% to 50% of patients into adolescence and adulthood (symptom profile may change) 30%至50%患者會持續患病至青少年和成年期 ...
... • Diagnosed in boys 3 to 4 times more often than in girls 男孩患者比女孩患者高3至4倍 • Persists in 30% to 50% of patients into adolescence and adulthood (symptom profile may change) 30%至50%患者會持續患病至青少年和成年期 ...
Effectiveness of enhanced cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT
... guidelines from the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) [12] and the American Psychiatric Association [5], existing evidence for AN treatment in adults is weak, while Family-Based Treatment (FBT) is recommended for youths. The highest level of evidence for adult AN treatment ...
... guidelines from the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) [12] and the American Psychiatric Association [5], existing evidence for AN treatment in adults is weak, while Family-Based Treatment (FBT) is recommended for youths. The highest level of evidence for adult AN treatment ...
S3-Guideline/National Disease Management
... Depressive disorders are among the most common diseases and most common reasons for medical consultation in health care. Although the research into treatment options has advanced considerably in the past years, there is room for improvement in all the areas of care for patients with depression, espe ...
... Depressive disorders are among the most common diseases and most common reasons for medical consultation in health care. Although the research into treatment options has advanced considerably in the past years, there is room for improvement in all the areas of care for patients with depression, espe ...
Anxiety Disorders in the Elderly
... Sedating, appetite enhancing at low doses Data exists supporting the medication being used in anxiety disorders ...
... Sedating, appetite enhancing at low doses Data exists supporting the medication being used in anxiety disorders ...
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder in DSM-5
... and adjustment disorder. The decision to reclassify PTSD was made primarily in recognition of the heterogeneity of posttraumatic clinical presentations, which may involve not only fear and anxiety, but also predominant dysphoria and anhedonia, anger and aggression, guilt and shame, dissociation, or ...
... and adjustment disorder. The decision to reclassify PTSD was made primarily in recognition of the heterogeneity of posttraumatic clinical presentations, which may involve not only fear and anxiety, but also predominant dysphoria and anhedonia, anger and aggression, guilt and shame, dissociation, or ...
Self-esteem as a predictor of suicide risk among psychiatric patients
... Salloum, Mezzich, et al., 1995; Dukes & Lorch, 1989; Malone, Haas, Sweeney, & Mann, ...
... Salloum, Mezzich, et al., 1995; Dukes & Lorch, 1989; Malone, Haas, Sweeney, & Mann, ...
PTSD symptoms, demographic characteristics, and functional status
... Kazis, 2001). Among certain disadvantaged groups, history of trauma exposure and PTSD rates may be higher still (Mueseret al., 1998). PTSD is often chronic and many veterans still suffer severe symptoms from wars fought 30 (e.g., Vietnam) or 50 (WWII) years ago (Gold et al., 2000; Sutker, Winstead, ...
... Kazis, 2001). Among certain disadvantaged groups, history of trauma exposure and PTSD rates may be higher still (Mueseret al., 1998). PTSD is often chronic and many veterans still suffer severe symptoms from wars fought 30 (e.g., Vietnam) or 50 (WWII) years ago (Gold et al., 2000; Sutker, Winstead, ...
Adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
... Among drugs, stimulant medications, such as Ritalin, are usually tried first. Individuals who do not respond to stimulants, or who have comorbid substance abuse problems or depression, may be treated with antidepressants. Generally, medications are better at addressing inattention and hyperactivity ...
... Among drugs, stimulant medications, such as Ritalin, are usually tried first. Individuals who do not respond to stimulants, or who have comorbid substance abuse problems or depression, may be treated with antidepressants. Generally, medications are better at addressing inattention and hyperactivity ...
Helping A Friend Or Family Member
... or her feel better. Explain your child’s disorder to siblings on a level they can understand. Suggest ways they can help. Seek family counseling if necessary. It is also helpful to network with other parents whose children have a mood disorder. With the assistance of your child’s mental health care ...
... or her feel better. Explain your child’s disorder to siblings on a level they can understand. Suggest ways they can help. Seek family counseling if necessary. It is also helpful to network with other parents whose children have a mood disorder. With the assistance of your child’s mental health care ...
Dissociative identity disorder
Dissociative identity disorder (DID), previously known as multiple personality disorder (MPD), is a mental disorder on the dissociative spectrum characterized by the appearance of at least two distinct and relatively enduring identities or dissociated personality states that alternately control a person's behavior, accompanied by memory impairment for important information not explained by ordinary forgetfulness. These symptoms are not accounted for by substance abuse, seizures, other medical conditions, nor by imaginative play in children. Diagnosis is often difficult as there is considerable comorbidity with other mental disorders. Malingering should be considered if there is possible financial or forensic gain, as well as factitious disorder if help-seeking behavior is prominent.DID is one of the most controversial psychiatric disorders, with no clear consensus on diagnostic criteria or treatment. Research on treatment efficacy has been concerned primarily with clinical approaches and case studies. Dissociative symptoms range from common lapses in attention, becoming distracted by something else, and daydreaming, to pathological dissociative disorders. No systematic, empirically-supported definition of ""dissociation"" exists. It is not the same as schizophrenia.Although neither epidemiological surveys nor longitudinal studies have been conducted, it is generally believed that DID rarely resolves spontaneously. Symptoms are said to vary over time. In general, the prognosis is poor, especially for those with comorbid disorders. There are few systematic data on the prevalence of DID. The International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation states that the prevalence is between 1 and 3% in the general population, and between 1 and 5% in inpatient groups in Europe and North America. DID is diagnosed more frequently in North America than in the rest of the world, and is diagnosed three to nine times more often in females than in males. The prevalence of DID diagnoses increased greatly in the latter half of the 20th century, along with the number of identities (often referred to as ""alters"") claimed by patients (increasing from an average of two or three to approximately 16). DID is also controversial within the legal system, where it has been used as a rarely successful form of the insanity defense. The 1990s showed a parallel increase in the number of court cases involving the diagnosis.Dissociative disorders including DID have been attributed to disruptions in memory caused by trauma and other forms of stress, but research on this hypothesis has been characterized by poor methodology. So far, scientific studies, usually focusing on memory, have been few and the results have been inconclusive. An alternative hypothesis for the etiology of DID is as a by-product of techniques employed by some therapists, especially those using hypnosis, and disagreement between the two positions is characterized by intense debate. DID became a popular diagnosis in the 1970s, 80s and 90s, but it is unclear if the actual rate of the disorder increased, if it was more recognized by health care providers, or if sociocultural factors caused an increase in therapy-induced (iatrogenic) presentations. The unusual number of diagnoses after 1980, clustered around a small number of clinicians and the suggestibility characteristic of those with DID, support the hypothesis that DID is therapist-induced. The unusual clustering of diagnoses has also been explained as due to a lack of awareness and training among clinicians to recognize cases of DID.