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It’s important for parents, teachers, and other adults to learn about childhood depression. When you understand the symptoms of depression in children and the reasons children develop it, you can intervene in a helpful manner. Symptoms Depression in children and teens often presents differently than it does in adults. Irritability and/or anger are more common signs of depression in children and teens. Additionally, young children often find it difficult to explain how they’re feeling, while teens may attempt to hide their emotional pain fearing judgment from others....

Whether it’s because of societal expectations, privacy concerns, or a lifelong curiosity about what being disabled even means, four people at various stages of identifying with disability pride were willing to speak about their experiences. These are their stories. Pride for Patients and Providers Rhoda Olkin, PhD, distinguished professor in the clinical PsyD program at Alliant International University, says that oftentimes, concepts like disability pride can be difficult to broach with clients....

Schizophrenia is a condition marked by disturbances in thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Dissociative disorders are characterized by problems with the continuity of memories, thoughts, identity, and actions that result in a disconnection from reality. Learn more about the differences between dissociative disorders and schizophrenia. If you experience symptoms of these conditions, consult a healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment. Symptoms People with schizophrenia and dissociative disorders may experience some similar symptoms....

Unlike with other psychotic disorders, people with DPDR know that their experiences of detachment aren’t real. This can leave them feeling concerned about their mental health. Symptoms of DPDR Although DPDR is considered a single diagnosis, it has two distinct aspects that may or may not apply to one person. Therefore, DPDR symptoms can vary depending on whether depersonalization or derealization are experienced. Depersonalization Symptoms Depersonalization refers to feeling detached from yourself....

This article covers what else the DSM-5 says about panic disorder, how panic disorder was diagnosed in previous editions of the manual, and how agoraphobia is associated with panic disorder. What Is the DSM-5? The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) by the American Psychiatric Association (APA) is the system used in the United States to diagnose mental health disorders. The DSM contains diagnostic criteria used by mental health professionals to classify and describe every known mental illness....

This article discusses how eating disorders affect lesbian, gay, and bisexual (LGB) people, including the prevalence of these conditions and some of the risk factors involved. It also explores how stigma and other disparities may contribute to the onset of eating disorders in members of these groups. Considerations About Eating Disorders Among LGB People These groups comprise anyone who does not identify as entirely heterosexual, including people who identify as gay, lesbian, or bisexual; those who report attractions to people of the same or multiple genders; and individuals who report engaging in sexual contact with people of the same or multiple genders....

Learn more about some of the research on group problem solving, including how the size of the group may influence problem-solving effectiveness. Group Vs. Solo Problem Solving Whether or not a problem is best solved individually or as a group can depend on the situation, but research suggests that small groups do better than even the best-performing individuals. One study published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology looked at the effects of group size on problem-solving....

Meet Thomas Brag Thomas Brag is one of the founders of Yes Theory, a group that challenges people to step outside their comfort zones. Yes Theory has garnered a massive following, including more than six million YouTube subscribers who are interested in seeing Thomas and his co-hosts perform dangerous stunts or hazardous pranks. But Thomas and the other two hosts of Yes Theory don’t just do these difficult tasks to attract views....

However, vaping CBD oil poses many health risks. Learn more about the potential side effects and hazards of vaping CBD oil and other ways of getting the potential benefits of CBD. Why People Vape CBD Oil Part of the draw to CBD oil in areas where marijuana has been legalized is the fact that it has been touted as helping treat a host of medical problems. Some of the medical issues people claim that the oil treats include:...

The fear of failure may also be related to being a perfectionist. Because perfectionists have such high expectations for how they expect things to turn out, they may experience a nagging fear that they won’t live up to those often unrealistically high standards. This article discusses the signs of a fear of failure and what causes this fear. It also explores treatments that can help and how to prevent this fear from holding you back....

“Initially, many families and couples enjoyed the extra time together, but then it just dragged on,” says psychotherapist Carrie Mead, LCPC. “Many have not been able to achieve a healthy balance of quiet, independent, self-directed time while still meeting the needs of their partners, children, and other family members.” Conscious (But Temporary) Un-Coupling Part of the difficulty is the misguided idea that when you love someone, you’d choose to spend all your time with that person, says psychotherapist Dana Dorfman, PhD, MSW....

Funny Quotes About Stress to Help Provide Relief And each quote comes with a little more on the topic from a stress management perspective, plus a link to additional resources on the topic. Enjoy, and feel free to share these with friends who may need a lift as well. Jane Wagner ‎"Reality is the leading cause of stress for those in touch with it.“ We can’t always change our reality, and ignoring problems isn’t usually the best way to deal with them, but we can embrace reality and soften it at the same time with a bit of humor and a few extra stress relievers....

Rather than focusing on a narrow problem, it considers mental, physical, and spiritual factors that influence a person’s well-being and seeks to help people heal and thrive on a deeper level. Holistic therapy combines aspects of traditional talk therapy and non-traditional approaches, including hypnosis, breath therapy, and meditation. Types of Holistic Therapy Holistic psychotherapy is an umbrella term that can encompass a number of different types of treatments. Professionals who offer this type of treatment may refer to themselves as holistic therapists, but they may also refer to their practice as:...

ASD can be detected in children as young as 18 months old and, in some cases, even younger. However, it might take a little more time to make a definite diagnosis. In many autistic children, the condition might go undetected until they are teenagers or adults. At-Home Testing It’s inadvisable to make a final diagnosis of ASD at home, but there are some early signs you could look out for, especially in children....

From the moment of conception, children are impacted by a parent’s use of alcohol. For instance, babies of mothers who drink while pregnant can become victims of fetal alcohol syndrome, which is a condition that doesn’t just go away. But, even fathers who drink can impact a baby at conception. In fact, one study suggests that babies whose fathers consume excessive amounts of alcohol prior to conception may experience deficits in brain development....

While it may be the cost of being part of a social world, some of these challenges demonstrate why alone time can be so important. Having time for yourself gives you the chance to break free from social pressures and tap into your own thoughts, feelings, and experiences. The COVID-19 pandemic demonstrated both the challenges of loneliness and a lack of solitary time. Where many people struggled with feelings of isolation and loneliness, others faced the challenges of suddenly spending a great deal of time in close quarters with family members or roommates....

As with other benzodiazepines like Xanax (alprazolam), Klonopin (clonazepam), and Valium (diazepam), Librium has a relatively long half-life, and the time it takes to eliminate the drug from the system can vary from one person to the next. Factors for Drug Elimination Librium has a drug half-life of between 24 and 48 hours, meaning that 50% of the drug will have been eliminated from the body with this span of time....

You can attend AA meetings in person if you prefer face-to-face interaction or you can join the meetings online. This article provides an overview of AA, describes what to expect at an online AA meeting, the types of AA meetings, and the effectiveness of online AA meetings. You’ll also find information about how to prepare for an AA meeting and how to find one. What Is Alcoholic Anonymous? Alcohol Use Disorder Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a condition that causes a person to crave and consume alcohol no matter the consequences....

It involves scheduling and participating in positive events that are meant to boost an individual’s mood. Pleasant activity scheduling is recognized as an evidence-based treatment that is effective in reducing a variety of mental health symptoms. How Activity Scheduling Works Individuals who are experiencing depression often isolate themselves. They may stop engaging in activities they previously enjoyed, and they may decline social invitations. Withdrawing from activities may increase their depression....

This strain and uncertainty–and the fact that students are missing out on many normal social developmental experiences–means that mental health professionals who work with high school and college students have had to help students cope with a rising tide of mental health struggles. In December, the Surgeon General of the United States warned of a phenomenon that many school counselors and youth therapists had been aware of for a long time: students in the United States were presenting with mental health problems at never-before-seen rates....