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A survey of Verywell readers found that some couples capitalized on the increased time they spent together during the challenges of 2020. Some experienced improvements in their relationships or established new ways to connect. About one quarter (27%) of couples reported thriving. However, the same number reported they had struggled with their relationships. They named increased arguments and disagreements as contributing factors to the tension. Each household has its own way of dealing with disagreements, but a study out of Oregon State University suggests that resolving matters quickly could have lasting health benefits....

Both conditions involve psychosis (hearing, seeing, or feeling things that don’t exist) and other psychotic symptoms such as delusions (belief in something untrue or irrational), hallucinations, and disorganized thinking. Symptoms of Schizophreniform Disorder/Schizophrenia Below are some common symptoms of schizophrenia and schizophreniform disorder. People with schizophrenia or schizophreniform disorder suffer from three types of symptoms: positive, negative, and cognitive. Positive Symptoms Positive symptoms most commonly include delusions and/or hallucinations. These can vary in severity; for example, some people may experience mild hallucinations (hearing one voice), while others will hear many voices that are harsh and commanding....

It is typically a form of talk therapy, so couples or individuals can expect to talk about their hesitations or concerns when it comes to physical intimacy. “Sex therapy is all about feeling good,” says Stephen Snyder, MD, a New York City-based sex therapist and the author of Love Worth Making: How to Have Ridiculously Great Sex in a Long-Lasting Relationship, “You can’t accomplish anything in sex therapy unless what you’re doing is making you feel good....

Common SSRIs and Their Effect on Weight The most commonly prescribed SSRIs in the United States include Zoloft (sertraline), Celexa (citalopram), Prozac (fluoxetine), and Lexapro (escitalopram). These medications work by inhibiting serotonin reuptake, thereby increasing its levels in the brain. How common is weight gain with these drugs? In one study involving 294.719 people, 11.2% of individuals prescribed antidepressants had a body weight increase of 5% or higher in the first year....

Along with having anxiety on Sunday nights, someone with the Sunday Scaries might notice other symptoms as well. Symptoms of Sunday anxiety can range from increased sweating, upset stomach, headache, and trouble sleeping to more severe manifestations such as depression or even a heart attack. Causes of Anxiety on Sunday Nights There are a few potential reasons for feelings of anxiety on Sunday nights. Among them are: Dealing with a high-stress job: If you have work-related anxiety, knowing that you have to return to your job the following day could cause this anxiety to begin to appear in advance....

Some people with taijin kyofusho particularly focus on odors, others on the way that they move, and still others on their body shape or aesthetics. The fear can also be of aspects of the mind rather than the physical body. A person with TKS might be afraid that their attitude, behaviors, beliefs, or thoughts are different than those of their peers. Taijin kyofusho is listed in the “Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders” (DSM-5) as a culture-related diagnostic issue under the diagnostic information for social anxiety disorder (social phobia)....

Fortunately, thanatophobia can be treated, such as by engaging in psychotherapy. This requires first identifying the symptoms, then receiving a formal diagnosis. Symptoms A phobia is a type of anxiety disorder. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) categorizes phobias into three groups: specific phobias, social phobias, and agoraphobia. Thanatophobia is a specific phobia. While thanatophobia is not specifically listed in the DSM-5, there are symptoms of a phobia that could be applied in examining whether someone has a typical fear of death or something more....

“Vitamins, minerals, and supplements can certainly play a role in helping to manage anxiety (if deemed safe under the advisement of a doctor), but it is important to keep in mind that they alone will not ‘cure’ anxiety,” says Emily Steinberg, MD, PC, assistant professor of psychiatry at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. When considering a supplement, it’s important to understand that some supplements—especially herbal supplements—don’t address the root cause of the anxiety, may interact with certain medications, and, in some cases, should not be taken regularly....

Water fountains have also been traditionally used in Feng Shui, the ancient Chinese art of arranging living spaces, as a way to change the energy in your home. “Feng Shui loves a water fountain because it is a triple-win remedy,” says Amanda Giddy Peters, Feng Shui expert and founder of Simple Shui. “A fountain adds water (prosperity), movement (energy flow), and sound (a chi, or life force energy, enhancer) to a space....

One of the self-help tricks you might not have considered if you’ve been finding it difficult to fall asleep is listening to a podcast. While having something play while you try to sleep might seem counterintuitive, some podcasts have been proven to help people fall asleep and get better sleep through user data. We’ve put together eight podcasts designed by their creators specifically to help you fall asleep. The diverse list guarantees that you find something that suits you....

In fact, research suggests that as many as two-thirds of people living with OCD will experience a major depressive episode sometime during the course of their illness. The causes can be varied, ranging from reactive stress to obsessive or compulsive behaviors to biochemical changes in the brain that can alter moods and behavior. Depression can be especially serious in people with OCD as it can affect their ability to adhere to the treatment of their OCD symptoms....

When conducting research, the scientific method steps to follow are: This process not only allows scientists to investigate and understand different psychological phenomena but also provides researchers and others a way to share and discuss the results of their studies. What Is the Scientific Method? What is the scientific method and how is it used in psychology? By knowing the steps of the scientific method, you can better understand the process researchers go through to arrive at conclusions about human behavior....

What Should Your Case Study Be About? The format of your case study might vary depending upon the requirements of the assignment and your instructor’s expectations, but most include a detailed background of the individual, a description of the problem the person is facing, a diagnosis, and a description of an intervention using one or more therapeutic approaches. Of course, the first step in writing a case study is to select a subject....

A recent research letter published in JAMA Dermatology looked explicitly at the mental health impact of gender-affirming hair removal. Author Michelle S. Lee and her colleagues used data from the 2015 U.S. Transgender Survey. Researchers had asked 27,715 individuals surveyed in the extensive report about everything from harassment to employment. In the “Transition-Related Health Care” section, researchers inquired about points such as therapy, puberty-blockers, and procedures. The latter, which served as Lee’s source, dove into the different procedures transgender men, women, and non-binary people may consider undergoing....

Vivid Dreams and Nightmares Nightmares are disturbing, well-remembered dreams that usually incite anxiety and fear. They typically occur later in the evening during rapid eye movement (REM) sleep and cause a person to wake up abruptly. Some experts believe that nightmares in people with bipolar disorder may predict upcoming mood shifts. Nightmares in Children Children who have bipolar disorder may suffer disproportionately from nightmares. Dreams of explicit violence, gore, and death as well as dreams that signal a fear of abandonment have been reported....

Let’s take a look at what adverse childhood experiences are, what impacts they may have, how to prevent them—and most importantly, how you can cope if you are someone who endured traumatic experiences in childhood. What Are Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)? Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are traumatic experiences that children experience before the age of 18 that can have lasting impacts on their mental health, physical health, and general well-being....

What do the colors of the new pride flag mean? Why does the new design have some of the colors placed in a different shape rather than in a line like before? How are people responding to this new design? This article will answer these questions to help you understand what the new flag currently looks like and where this design is headed. History of the Pride Flag The original pride flag was created in the 1970s by gay activist Gilbert Baker, friend of Harvey Milk, the first openly gay man to be elected to public office in California....

This phenomenon is often triggered by soothing auditory and/or visual experiences. A calming array of stimuli may induce the experience, such as videos of gentle whispering, close attention, or seemingly mundane things, tasks, or activities like brushing hair, getting an eye exam, eating, or filing papers. Triggering sounds include chewing, tapping, scratching, crinkling, or electronic noises. Since the phenomenon was first named in 2010, the concept of ASMR or brain orgasm has blown up on social media, with the world now seemingly separated into those that experience and seek out the sensation and those that do not....

If you expect everything to go wrong, you might put in less effort or fail to take steps that could turn things around, which means that expecting the worst brings out the worst. Signs of a Self-Fulfilling Prophecy There are a few key signs that you might be caught in a self-fulfilling prophecy. If you find yourself: Frequently making pessimistic predictions about the future Ruminating on bad experiences from the past Focusing primarily on the negatives in any given situation Believing that your negative predictions are inevitable and that you have no control over them...