CBT is an effective form of treatment for a wide range
of psychological disorders such as Panic Disorder, Obsessive - Compulsive Disorder, Social Phobia, School Phobia, Test Anxiety, Generalized Anxiety, Specific Phobias, Adjustment Disorders, and Depression.
Not exact matches
Perhaps this is an extreme example but it illustrates what can happen if we routinely make
disordered attachments while failing to understand the spiritual and
psychological ramifications
of such choices.
LifeWay Research asked three groups
of Protestants — pastors, family members
of people with acute mental illness (severe depression, bipolar
disorder, or schizophrenia), and those with
such illnesses — when «
psychological therapy» should be used.
Non believer but I cant think
of anything to cure
such a debilitating
psychological disorder.
The only exception to this rule is when either
of the spouses is suffering from a
psychological disorder,
such as anxiety
disorder or bipolar
disorder.
Much
of her clinical management in the perinatal period has focused on the following: 1) women with a history
of childhood sexual abuse and its effects on childbearing; 2) methods to alleviate clinical symptoms
of pregnancy
such as premature labor, hyperemesis gravidarum, bleeding; and the
psychological issues
of anxiety and depression; 3) attachment
disorders; 4) helping women through events
of traumatic birth and loss; 5) postpartum mood
disorders; and 6) methods
of pain relief in labor with self - hypnosis.
There is a significant variation in the way individuals react and respond to extreme stress and adversity — some individuals develop psychiatric conditions
such as posttraumatic stress
disorder or major depressive
disorder — others recover from stressful experiences without displaying significant symptoms
of psychological ill - health, demonstrating stress - resilience.
A therapeutic nasal spray, however, might help people suffering from
psychological disorders,
such as social phobias rooted in a lack
of trust.
«Many
psychological disorders such as addiction, obesity, and depression involve poor regulation
of reward circuitry.
These negative thoughts are believed to leave people vulnerable to different types
of psychological disorders,
such as anxiety or depression, said Coles.
One study done in 2015 by Pam Ramsden, who studies
psychological resiliency at the University
of Bradford in England, found that 22 percent
of subjects experienced some symptoms
of post-traumatic stress
disorder (
such as jitteriness or the belief that the world is extremely dangerous) after viewing violent news images on social media — and symptoms worsened with increased exposure.
Such interventions are based on psychopathology research that identifies potentially mutable factors associated with etiology, maintenance, severity and / or course
of disorders; importantly, the new strategy emphasized that these factors may be considered in
psychological terms (e.g., attention, impulsivity).
Lastly, increased systemic inflammation seen during ageing is also apparent in chronic infections
such HIV or cytomegalovirus, 10,15 obesity7 and individuals enduring chronic
psychological stress.16 Similarly, the main features
of immunosenescence are apparent in many
of these conditions, including decreased antibody responses, increased infections, malignancies and also incidences
of inflammatory associated
disorders such as cardiovascular disease.7, 10,15,16 Inflammation and premature immunosenescence are, therefore, prevalent features
of many common conditions
of modern life,
such as obesity and stress, and could have negative health consequences for large proportions
of society well before old age is reached.
Excessive amounts
of dopamine have been associated with
psychological disorders such as schizophrenia, while too little dopamine is associated with Parkinson's disease.
The papers report that survivors
of such events have an increased risk
of developing negative physical,
psychological and social effects including cancer and post-traumatic stress
disorder.
Involving tangled interactions
of biological,
psychological and social factors,
such complex
disorders have long been considered forlorn «outsiders» in the realm
of scientific and medical study.
As in most
psychological disorders, dealing with anxiety is not easy, but adequate therapies,
such as counseling or meditation, and prevention
of common triggers, like stress, can minimize the episodes
of palpitations and enable you to enjoy a healthy life.
«One
of the most radical implications
of this hypothesis is that even
such an intractable condition as anorexia nervosa — which, like obesity, is now universally considered a behavioral and
psychological disorder — may be caused fundamentally by a physiological defect
of fat metabolism and insulin.
The aim was to find an association (rather than causal relationship) between patterns
of nutrients intake and
psychological disorders such as anxiety and depression.
Key elements
of service programs (
such as positive relationships with adults, opportunities to develop social competence, and involvement in a local community) are cited as powerful protective factors for young people and recent Australian studies have demonstrated a correlation between service activity and reduced rates
of depression, isolation, mental
disorders,
psychological stress and (in some cases) even physical health conditions (Berry, 2007).
Linda Michaels, M. A., Experimental Psychology (Hons) focuses on the
psychological aspects
of dog behavior that often mirror human
psychological conditions,
such as: fear, separation / attachment
disorders and aggression as well as animal wellness.
Psychological injuries may cover conditions
such as anxiety or post-traumatic stress
disorder, both
of which commonly result from car accidents.
[27] Specifically, with respect to her
psychological injuries, I am satisfied that as a result
of the collision her anxiety
disorder and depression symptoms worsened, and that the worsening included the development
of additional phobias
such as a fear
of crowds, social interaction, and driving.
Goldfinger Law acts for accident victims who have sustained
psychological or psychiatric claims
such as anxiety, post traumatic stress
disorder, depression, suicidal ideation, nervous shock, dementia, mood
disorder, stress
disorder, psychotic
disorder, hallucinations, nightmares, fatigue, anger, rage, delusional
disorder, personality
disorder, adjustment
disorder, substance abuse
disorder, psychosis, conversion
disorder or any other
psychological or psychiatric injury caused or exacerbated on account
of a personal injury.
Especially after serious car accidents involving severe injuries and even loss
of life, drivers and passengers may suffer short or long - term
psychological injuries
such as emotional distress, and may even develop conditions that closely resemble post traumatic stress
disorder, or PTSD after a car accident.
«I have over 10 years
of experience in treating anxiety
disorders (
such as OCD, panic
disorder, and phobias), depression, and difficulties related to
psychological trauma.
Some
psychological disorders are caused by an imbalance
of chemical neurotransmitters in the brain, and some are the result
of environmental factors
such as trauma.
And because the psychologists a) defined «
psychological testing» as only those tests used to diagnose mental and nervous
disorders, thereby allowing non-psychologists to use any assessment instruments —
such as the Myers - Briggs — that are not intended to arrive at a diagnosis; and b) included exemptions that explicitly recognize our authority to use tests that evaluate marital and family functioning — which is part
of our Scope
of Practice — and to use mental health symptom screening instruments —
such as the Beck Depression Inventory — which MFTs often employ to make referral or treatment decisions, it made sense to limit «
psychological testing» to psychologists.
Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is an evidence - based therapy that has been successful in treating a variety
of psychological issues,
such anxiety, depression, substance abuse, trauma, eating
disorders, and more.
Community approaches,
such as home visitation, have been shown to be highly successful in changing the behavior
of parents at risk for perpetrating maltreatment.18 Targeted programs for mothers with affective
disorders and substance abuse have also been shown to be useful in preventing
psychological maltreatment.19, 20
According to scholars
of attachment theory, the insecurity and distance
of these children with their caregivers since childhood is one the factors which are able to predict
psychological well - being problems
such as anxiety, depression, hyperactivity and behaviour
disorders [17].
Eligible couples 1) had to be at least 25 years old; 2) had to be exclusively involved and living together for at least one year; 3) could not have been previously diagnosed with a psychotic
disorder, or currently taking any medication known to treat psychosis or psychotic
disorders; 4) could not be receiving current psychotherapeutic (
psychological or psychiatric) treatment or anticipating
such treatment within the next six months; 5) could not be drinking more than 14 alcoholic drinks per week, using any type
of illegal drugs, or misusing prescription medication; and 6) could not have a history
of either childhood or adulthood physical or sexual abuse.
Thus the younger the child the more likely the child is to suffer residual and pervasive problems following traumatic experiences
such as witnessing family violence or being abused or neglected.21 Exposure to
such experiences can alter a developing child's brain in ways that can result in a range
of inter-related
psychological, emotional and social problems including: depression and anxiety; post traumatic stress
disorder; problems with emotional regulation; substance misuse; relationship difficulties; and physical problems including cardiovascular disease, diabetes and stroke.22
«You can enter psychotherapy for a variety
of reasons, all
of which I can help you through - reduce emotional distress in order to regain a sense
of fulfillment in life and / or restore the ability to function in daily activities, improve relationship difficulties caused by issues
such as ineffective communication, gain control
of unhealthy behaviors
such as substance abuse or
disordered eating, facilitate healing or promote well - being by nurturing the
psychological, emotional, spiritual aspects
of oneself, engage in a process
of exploration to increase a sense
of well - being and satisfaction with ones self, work, school and / or relationships.»
Although ACT is a powerful treatment option for a number
of psychological issues,
such as anxiety, depression, trauma, eating
disorders, and more, it is a complex, ever - evolving model, and as
such it can often be difficult to deliver effectively.
In those publications, a blend
of psychological techniques was applied, with particular emphasis on hypnosis.19 20 24 25 In fact, there is considerable evidence for the effectiveness
of hypnosis as an empirically supported clinical intervention in managing symptoms
such as pain, 26 — 35 and also in promoting
psychological well - being across a variety
of illnesses and
disorders.36 — 43 Among PWH, studies have shown that hypnosis can contribute to control pain and to reduce frequency and severity
of bleedings and factor consumption.19 20 24 Concurrently, by promoting better disease management, hypnosis can contribute to better coping and less distress.24
Areas
of particular passion include: sleep
disorders (cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia - CBT - I, medication tapers, behavioral interventions for pediatric sleep
disorders), chronic or severe health conditions (e.g. chronic tinnitus, fibromyalgia, heart disease, cancer, neurological conditions), and
psychological conditions that have strong behavioral or physical symptomology,
such as anxiety, panic
disorder, borderline personality
disorder and depression.
A number
of children with ADHD will have co-morbid — or co-existing — conditions,
such as conduct
disorder, anxiety or depression, which need a different sort
of management, and will often need counselling or
psychological support.»
Psychological issues
such as anxiety, depression, bipolar
disorder, anger, or feelings
of low - esteem have been treated effectively with cognitive - behavioral interventions.
As part
of my law practice I am fairly heavily invested in the study
of psychological issues in divorce, including issues
such as personality
disorders and the pathology
of parental alienation.
While all qualified San Francisco Psychotherapists are mental health generalists, and have undergone training in the treatment
of a vast array
of emotional
disorders and
psychological complexities, most have specialized experience with a particular population or issue,
such as substance abuse, sexual intimacy, or depression.
The mean relapse rate is 50 % at one year and over 70 % at four years.1 A recent prospective twelve year follow - up study showed that individuals with bipolar
disorder were symptomatic for 47 %
of the time.2 This poor outcome in naturalistic settings suggests an efficacy effectiveness gap for mood stabilisers that has resulted in a re-assessment
of the role
of adjunctive
psychological therapies in bipolar
disorder.3 Recent randomised controlled trials show that the combination
of pharmacotherapy and about 20 — 25 sessions
of an evidence - based manualised therapy
such as individual cognitive behaviour therapy4 or family focused therapy5 may reduce relapse rates in comparison to a control intervention (mainly treatment as usual) in currently euthymic people with bipolar
disorder.
These include social influences
such as social isolation (Belsky 2002; Kivijärvi 2004);
psychological factors
such as maternal depression (Dannemiller 1999; Karl 1995; Murray 1997), or personality
disorder (Laulik 2013); maternal history
of maltreatment (Pereria 2012), substance dependency (Eiden 2014), domestic violence (Levendosky 2006), or low self - esteem (Leerkes 2002; Shin 2008); or cognitive factors
such as maternal preconceptions about parenting (Kiang 2004; Leerkes 2010).
She has successfully worked with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with a wide range
of emotional and
psychological issues
such as anxiety, depression, bipolar, schizophrenia, eating
disorders, substance abuse, relationship problems, parenting difficulties, stress, and trauma.
Despite the fact that eating
disorders are deadly and create enormous physical and
psychological pain, they also serve important functions
such as protection from intrusion, a sense
of control when life feels chaotic, a way to make complex issues seem more manageable and many others.
Other warning signs
of depression or
psychological problems include radical changes in behavior
such as fighting at school, cheating, stealing, lying, or intense arguments with others (teachers, friends; or you or their other parent), declining school performance for over a period
of a few weeks, developing physical ailments or chronic complaints (
such as stomach or headaches), sleep problems, eating
disorders (or gaining or losing more than ten pounds when not trying to), changes in peer relationships
such as losing friends or isolating themselves from social activities, and sadness that lasts more than a few days.
Usually, a parent is denied custody when there is an issue that deems him unfit,
such as a
psychological disorder or a history
of substance abuse.
In addition, several studies have shown that other parental
psychological disorders such as schizophrenia and anxiety
disorders are related to dysfunctional parenting practices, including a lack
of parental monitoring and harsh parenting, although it should be noted that most
of these studies focused only on mothers (Berg - Nielsen et al. 2002).
Of all the childhood psychopathologies, antisocial and aggressive behaviour problems
such as Oppositional Defiant
Disorder (ODD) and Conduct
Disorder (CD) account for the greatest cost to
psychological, psychiatric and social services [1].
Anxiety
disorders are among the most common mental
disorders during childhood and adolescence, with a prevalence
of 3 — 5 % in school - age children (6 — 12 years) and 10 — 19 % in adolescents (13 — 18 years); 1, 2 and the prevalence
of anxiety
disorders in this population tends to increase over time.3 Anxiety is the most common
psychological symptom reported by children and adolescents; however, presentation varies with age as younger patients often report undifferentiated anxiety symptoms, for example, muscle tension, headache, stomachache or angry outbursts.4 According to the standard diagnostic systems, there are various types
of anxiety
disorders, for example, generalised anxiety
disorder (GAD), social phobias (SOP), social anxiety
disorder (SAD), panic
disorder (PD), overanxious
disorder, separation anxiety, post-traumatic stress
disorder (PTSD), obsessive - compulsive
disorder (OCD).5 Anxiety
disorders in children and adolescents often occur with a number
of comorbidities,
such as autism spectrum
disorders, 6 depressive
disorders, 7 conduct
disorder, 8 substance abuse9 or suicide - related behaviour.10 Youths with anxiety
disorders experience serious impairment in social functioning (eg, poor school achievement; relational problems with family members and peers).11, 12 Childhood and adolescent anxiety
disorders can persist despite treatment, 1 and they are associated with later adult psychopathology.13, 14