What is a neuroplastic disorder? What is a chronic movement disorder? What is the etiology of the rumination disorder? What is a psychological disorder? What are the four D's of psychological disorders? What is the etiology of obsessive-compulsive disorder?
Understanding your mental health: What is dysthymic disorder or persistent depressive disorder? According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, persistent depressive disorder is characterized by a chronic form of mild to moderate depression that does not subside. People with dys...
What is antisocial personality disorder (ASPD)? Explore antisocial personality disorder and other personality disorders, plus how to support mental health.
dread, and other symptoms that are unequal to the situation you're in, your feelings interfere with your ability to function, or you can't control your feelings of anxiety. Depression is a mood disorder that causes profound feelings of sadness. It can interfere with...
What is a psychological disorder? What is one specific diagnosis for anxiety disorder? What personality disorders are most commonly comorbid with substance use disorders? How do other cultures define substance use disorder? What are the causal factors for substance use disorders?
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a chronic neurobehavioral condition that affectsmillions of childrenannually. For many, this condition begins in childhood and persists well into adulthood. However, for others, it appears to naturally “fade out” or improve once the individual reaches...
107 Signal Detection Theory 109 AP PSYCHOLOGICAL INQUIRY Subliminal Perception: Working Up a Thirst 110 Perceiving Sensory Stimuli 111 Sensory Adaptation 113 The Visual System 113 The Visual Stimulus and the Eye 114 Visual Processing in the Brain 116 Color Vision 119 Perceiving Shape, Depth, Motion,...
School refusal (SR) is currently regarded as a symptom that should be investigated for an underlying etiology. Difficulties in interacting with peers, bull
Art therapists are trained in both art and psychological therapy. From The New Medicine And from the AATA, the definition of the profession: Art therapy is the therapeutic use of art making, within a professional relationship, by people who experience illness, trauma or challenges in living, ...
The good news is most people with depression feel better with medication, psychological counseling, or another form of treatment. Understanding the signs and symptoms of depression can go a long way in finding the most effective treatment option for you. Once you recognize the signs of depression...