In a recent national survey of teenagers concerning their information level and attitudes toward youth suicide, Marcenko et al revealed that 60 percent of the adolescents in the survey knew another teen who had attempted [...]
This research focused on the truth that in the past of the gathering of Eastern and Western psychology and faith, the welcome of Taoism in person-centered psychology constitutes a particular phase.
Before a patient is diagnosed to have schizophrenia, the person must have two or more of the following symptoms for at least a month according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth [...]
However, the negative side of it is that such an intervention is limited to those patients who are verbal and have limited vocabulary.
Body image distortion, wherein the individual has an inaccurate perception of body shape and size is considered to be the cause of the intense fear of gaining weight or becoming fat witnessed in individuals with [...]
But it was in the middle of the twentieth century that the name transsexualism was fixed for this disorder for the first time by Cauldwell and after a few years Benjamin in the US and [...]
With controversies surrounding the diagnoses in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, it is essential to evaluate the range of diagnostic concepts within the sphere of mental health.
Ability to understand by which the individual is declared competent if one has the ability to knowingly act on information given in the process of obtaining consent.
There exist several theories about the causes of schizophrenia, the most convincing of them are: the theory of genetic predispositions, the theory of prenatal or vital antecedents and the theory of social and environmental causes.
This disorder can be a chronic problem and is associated with negative consequences that may reduce the quality of life for the individuals who struggle with it.
This disease is a type of brain disease which if remain unnoticed affects the entire personality and life of the patient.
The indications of schizophrenia are varied but the results are the same, causing a breakdown of individuality and the consequent inability of the personage to purpose in reality.
Autism is basically a developmental disorder of the human brain that its first symptoms are initially manifested in infancy and it follows a steady cause without relapse.
The ratio of men and women undergoing disorder is almost the same. Bipolar disorder is a mental disability marked by the two extreme sides of mood swings; the highs and the lows.
The first step to address such a problem should be inducing and promoting employees' awareness of both personal needs and healthy mental practices.
The duration of the study that lasted from July 2004 till April 2012 amplifies the validity of the results and contributes to the applicability of the article to the clinical question investigation.
It also contributes to the development of the sense of acceptance and self-compaction in clients, which is a critical component of therapy.
Moreover, it features vital information about the potential causes of anxiety disorders in children, addressing the role of parents and the environment in the development of the symptoms.
The need for such a review is motivated by the prevalence of mental disorders and the grave impact of unaddressed comorbidities.
The research problem in the study by Agnew, Shannon, Ryan, Storey, and McDonnell is the analysis of BPD from the perspective of the participants.
One of the causes for the appearance of these issues is an inborn disability that might presuppose the need for specific methods to educate a child and guarantee a chance for integration with society.
It is vital for a mental health nurse to recognize the different benefits and disadvantages of both philosophies and consider various aspects of recovery and patients' decision-making process.
The generally accepted explanation of the causes of Munchausen disorder is that the simulation of the disease allows people with this problem to receive attention, care, sympathy, and psychological support, the need for which is [...]
I am a nursing student who will present today on the topic of cannabis and mental health, providing you with an overview of the adverse effects of marijuana and the possibilities of addiction treatment.
The improvement of the methods of spectral and multifractal analyses of the electroencephalogram has enabled scientists and psychologists to sort the chaotic and fractal dynamics of the brain associated with anxious phobia disorders.
The patient's absence of negative thoughts, however, is replaced by confusion and increased sensitivity which also led to unstable relationships with her family.
His thoughts and talks about suicide and his awareness of how to take this step along with his tears and quietness can be used by a nurse to explain that suicide is not the only [...]
The paper discusses the issue of the importance of new approaches to depression treatment due to the prevailing rate of the disorder in the sphere of mental problems.
The day I spent at the chosen ECT clinic to observe the process of electroconvulsive therapy provided the opportunity to learn about the initial preparation, patient consent, procedures, potential side effects, benefits, and medications to [...]
The main controversy that surrounds the diagnosis is the disbelief that many people have. The authors state that the one possible cause of the controversies is the fact that it is a complicated issue.
The present paper will offer a review of three talks on mental issues, the authors of which emphasize the necessity of drawing more attention to this kind of disorder.
Autism is seen as a spectrum disorder since its severity and symptoms vary greatly among affected individuals - from mild and occasional to persistent and interfering with all aspects of life.
The purpose of this paper is to discuss the obsessive-compulsive disorder in the case of Howard Hughes, with the help of the Big Five personality model.
He says that the issue is not only in his illness but also in how people react to it. That is why self-determination and motivation are crucial pieces to develop in people with autism.
Unfortunately, the implemented policies have failed to meet the needs of different veterans, such as the Welcome Back Veterans, the Veterans Health Administration, and the Military Health System. Louis has several policies and programs aimed [...]
Klebold's speech at a TEDx event is that it is cruel and futile to put all responsibility for school shootings on the shooters' parents. It takes a mutual effort of the government, healthcare, and school [...]
The problem is defined as a mood disorder that affects the daily life of a person due to unexplained sadness and lack of interest in general activities. This paper aims to examine the causes of [...]
The inability of persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities to participate in everyday life limits the reach of health promotion programs, which leads to more health-related issues.
Continuing on the symptoms manifested in the behavior of the new commander, it is necessary to highlight that he fails to control his emotions according to the information reported by his subordinates, he is unable [...]
A good example is that the treatment of autism as a mental disorder makes it possible for pharmaceutical companies and clinics to invent new health systems or procedures that will meet the needs of the [...]
After completing the study, it was observed that most of the involved ASD patients were willing to pursue various assignments and activities in the community.
The beast of manic depression living within the professor is a duplicitous creature whose cravings result in the bifurcation of the woman's moods and actions, thereby pushing her to either the farthest extremes of sexual [...]
From the case, the onset of MDD in this patient could be linked to a stressor. I believe that outpatient follow-up would be necessary to avoid remission and consolidate the response.
The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare is endowed with the responsibility of collecting data relating to mental illnesses in various companies across the country in order to determine the influence that the illnesses have [...]
As a conclusion to the case study, one may suggest that interrelation of social stigma and psychological behavior is closely tracked through the example of the inmate, imprisoned for murdering his own daughter.
Schizophrenia is one of the most complex examples of these disorders because it leads to the inability to live independently and hold a job.
The authors concluded that the combination of CBT and MI provides a method that allows to minimize possible risks and enhance the effects of CBT.
Initials: M.J. Age: 39 years Sex/gender: Female Context: stressPa2 Location: mood Duration: 2 weeks Severity: moderate Associated Symptoms:
Admission Date: 9/10/2018 Name J.D. DOB: 4/5/1990 Sex: Female Allergies: None Language: English VS: BP 130/98, HR 74, Respirations 19, Pulse Ox 98% Chief Complaint: The patient is concerned with reoccurring hypomania episodes and [...]
Peter is 18 years old He lives at home with his parents. The patient has gained 20 pounds without any diet changes His glucose is at 145 He has not been taking his Olanzapine [...]
The International Classification of Diseases on one hand and the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders on the other. According to Naidu, the classifications are meant to simplify the process of diagnosis.
Hospitalization is a rare treatment method for patients who have an obsessive compulsory personality disorder. For instance, new drugs such as Prozac and SRRI are proved to offer a reprieve to patients suffering obsessive compulsory [...]
The patient said that his head is constantly aching, but the man avoids going to his doctor because he does not want to hear bad news about his health and does not want to cope [...]
However, she continues to engage with treatment and is seen to be more active in her communication with friends and family. In this case, it is expected to help YW with nightmares.
Based on the personal and medical history of the patient, the first line of treatment would be to introduce fluoxetine at a starting dose of 10mg po each am and may increase to 20 mg [...]
The study indicates how the targeted respondents supported the "use of different interpersonal interactions towards reducing the symptoms associated with schizophrenia". This author supports the use of interpersonal interactions in every patient with schizophrenia.
The existing gender differences in the prevalence rates of a number of mental disorders have been found in many research studies.
9 Schizoaffective Disorder, Unspecified Rationale The client meets Criterion A for the schizoaffective disorder because she reported being extremely excited or "genius" during a certain period.
Criterion A: the client claims that many people want to have sex with her, which is the main symptom of the delusional disorder of erotomanic type.
Moreover, the client loved going to school when she was a child because she did well in all of her classes.
Also, the client's heartbeat increases, and it becomes harder for her to breathe when she is obliged to take an elevator. However, the client is not a confident person as she thinks negative about her [...]
Hilde's parents never rewarded her adequately for her academic achievements, but they made fun of 'intellectual snobs.' During her adolescence stage, Hilde had a wide circle of friends but failed to create deep relationships with [...]
I had chosen to express this symptom during dinner for we share the same table and I was certain that my family members would notice my behavior.
The strong point of this article is the combination of the eating disorders and behavioral aspects of the problem as the mixture of the possible reasons for the psychological problem.
The con side, on the other hand, believes that the "safeguard" takes advantage of a scientific clinical course of action. A good example is the Catholic Church that is opposed to any given form of [...]
The discourse about nature and nurture concerning mental illness often involves factors that influence the mental development of a person. While some gene disorders also exist, schizophrenia is a classical case for explaining the role [...]
The issues, which are to be analyzed, are considered to be of the same nature. For the second character, the proverb that the end justifies the means is considered to be a motto of life.
Although it was previously believed that the incidence and prevalence of schizophrenia in men and women were approximately the same, newer studies point out that the use of more restrictive criteria for diagnosis results in [...]
Van der Kolk states that in most cases, the reliving and re-experiencing of the trauma affect the survivor's emotional response and determines how well he or she copes with the symptoms.
Developmental Disorder: No diagnosis No diagnosis can be made since the woman used to be an active member of her community. Medical Disorder: No diagnosis The client maintains that she does not have medical issues.
Robin meets diagnostic criterion A because the development of his emotional and behavioral symptoms started within three months of the onset of relational problems that had triggered the disorder.
Family dynamics and social withdrawal do not seem to have affected the client's academic history; her grades are good and she has no history of behavioral problems.
The patient states that she blames herself for her husband leaving the family and believes that her personality or actions are the leading causes of this happening. She notes that she felt the strength in [...]
Within the framework of the reviewed case, one of the key needs of the soldier is to be able to cope with anger and irritation.
Throughout the examination, Mike has been showing the lack of interest toward the process and was rather indifferent, yet he was evidently annoyed at the end of it.
In their turn, Moreau, Pound, and Eady explore the role of the family-centered approach to pediatric care and claim that caregivers may be a valuable source of information.
It is acknowledged by the researchers that the symptoms indicate the possibility of bipolar disease and not schizophrenia. Psychiatric and physiological factors, among others, contribute to the prevalence of self-harm in children and young people.
The second step is the analysis of the girl's past and present behavior patterns and thinking of the most beneficial approaches for dealing with the problem.
The patient admits that he becomes angry and aggressive, which he regrets afterward. He suggests that he has depression and claims to feel worthlessness and critically increased fatigue, which occurred 2 months ago.
The outcomes of the analysis point to the presence of a mental health concern, and the selected tool leads to the identification of the health issue in question.
The symptom of social isolation also contributes to the development of schizophrenia in Mr. Dashiell to identify the cause of the condition.
The chosen case is the case of Ivan S, who is a war veteran who suffers from a variety of psychological symptoms that affect his relationships with his family and loved ones. Secondly, Ivan shows [...]
Thirdly, SA Scott has a history of depression for which he was prescribed Lexapro, an antidepressant medication that sailor stopped taking after only two weeks due to the lack of immediate effect.
The purpose of this paper is to discuss three different diagnoses in relation to the mental well-being of patients and diagnostic tools to help in identifying them.
The patient is the younger of two daughters in the family. She is not in a relationship at the moment.
Furthermore, the patient should restore his connection to his family members since the specified issue contributes to the problem significantly. During the first crisis according to Eriksson's theory, the patient has experienced abandonment from his [...]
In the case under analysis, the issue of the generalized anxiety disorder is explored. Last year, X's mother had to apply for the second job due to financial constraints, which led to a drop in [...]
Reliability test Pretest and posttest scores from a nonclinical sample of respondents screened a week apart will be compared to determine the reliability of the tool for use in a longitudinal study.
It was appropriate to focus on the use of the DSE intervention and examine if addressed most of the challenges facing many ASD patients.
The dopamine theory hypothesizes that the activation of post-synaptic dopamine receptors in the mesolimbic pathway of the brain increases dopaminergic activity, resulting in positive symptoms delusions and hallucinations.
The patient's diagnosis was determined two months ago, and her mental condition has improved due to medications and therapy. The patient has a master's degree in education, and she claims to be stressed on a [...]
Cultural and historical contexts have largely influenced the perception of this mental disorder, and the assessment of this disease and its features in different cultures is not the same.
It is also necessary to pay attention to the physical state of the patient, so some tests and the discussion of health history are critical.
The mechanisms of depression are not fully understood, but common symptoms of the disease are sadness, loneliness, and a loss of interest in life and daily activities.
The recommended antipsychotic medication must be administered at the lowest dosage for the shortest period and is subject to the GDR requirements.
In this paper, a proposed mental health initiative to meet the challenges of at-risk youth is discussed using the PDSA model and related evidence-based strategies based on IHI indicators included. Access to the program will [...]
This is substantiated by Aldinger and Schulze because the authors state that the environment and genetics of an individual with bipolar determine the development of this condition.
The misuse of drugs of all kinds is common, and it presents with it a myriad of problems connected to the substance taken, route of administration, and addiction.
The substance abuse module is used to help in the planning of treatment for adults and adolescents aged 16 years and above.
The purpose of this paper is to describe depression as a mental health disease, including its etiology, prevalence, signs and symptoms, and assessment instruments that facilitate the diagnosis of the disease.
The relationship between a positive diagnosis of this disorder and a sudden onset of symptoms can be explained in the context of an autoimmune response to S.pyogenes invasion.
The complaints and reactions of a 22-year-old client with a history of sexual abuse give a good illustration of the physical symptoms of trauma.
The course of BD consists of the periods of the excited and passive states that are called mania and depression respectively.
However, it has been noted that in order to reach the entire community, a reasonable program for suicide prevention should target the population as well as the individuals that are at a more significant risk [...]
Most studies do not even have a satisfactory resolution to the inquiry of whether children become psychopaths as a result of nature or environmental impacts in the course of upbringing.
Understanding parents' perception of their children's condition is crucial to the successful administration of the required treatment and the overall efficacy of the interventions provided to meet the needs of the target population.
Compare and contrast three key similarities and three differences between mental illnesses and mental disorders. Anorexia Nervosa and bipolar disorder affect the individual's state of mind.
While it is possible to clearly articulate the symptoms of OCD, the final and definite answer to the question about the causes of the disorder is yet to be found. Currently, it is hypothesised that [...]
Over the past ten years, some of the approaches to the treatment of depression remained the same whereas many new methods replaced the old ones.
A detailed analysis of the factors that affect the patient's condition, including the internal and the external ones, must be mentioned as one of the essential strengths of the studies that have been conducted on [...]
In particular, Bressert specified that some of the most common symptoms of gender dysphoria in children were the strong desire to wear the clothes typically worn by the representatives of the opposite sex, as well [...]
As a Mental Health Support Worker at CAC, I had to carry out the suggested healthcare plans for women with BPD, as well as monitor the changes in the patients' behaviour and report the observed [...]
The cause and the site of the brain affected determine the severity of the aphasia. The form of stroke called hemorrhagic stroke also causes Broca's aphasia, global aphasia, and Wernicke's aphasia when the blood vessels [...]
Finally, cognition is a combination of factors such as attention span, orientation, memory, and concentration which collectively determine the mental state of the client.
The article "Understanding Problematic Drinking and Social Anxiety among College Students" describes the impact of social anxiety disorder on the experiences of many students.
It was easy to detect PTSD assets and facilities in the area, as the society and the government are currently establishing a vast amount of amenities for this disorder.
As the definition provided above shows, the movement of the body is the primary function of the muscular system. However, the identified function of the muscular system is not the only one.
John Nash is the protagonist in the movie, A Beautiful Mind. The movie did a good job of depicting the disorder in John Nash.
It lies heavily on culture and cultural values, and hence people doing rehabilitation could use the theory to remind the victims of what is expected of them, the stereotypes and biases even those that they [...]
Another cause of suicide is the view that one has become a burden to the family and society at large. In this regard, it means that the ideal way of reducing suicide cases is to [...]