Psychological Abuse Coral Nichols Liberty University Abstract Psychological abuse is a form of abuse that affects many woman across all cultures and ages. This form of abuse takes on at least two different forms: emotional and verbal abuse. These two types of abuse are not the same; however they often can be very closely compared. It is understood that if one of these forms of abuse is present then the other form of abuse is often present as well. One whom works in the helping profession
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medication? If so how long has she been taking this medication? Has she recently stopped taking any medication? If so how long ago did she stop taking it? Has anyone in her family ever had a diagnosis with or suspected to have anxiety disorders or depression? If so who? What symptoms is she experiencing the most? Does she find her symptoms to be constant or do they come and go? Is there any emotional or traumatic event that has happened to her recently that
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components are a chronical of my academic footprint. Thus, it defines me academically, and its numerical value is an attestation of the work I have done so far. However, my GPA cannot attest for the ignorance I possessed as a high school student, and the depression I have fought against for the past year and a half. In truth I like to think of my GPA as an optical allusion, the matter they share in common, perspective. In one perspective you see one entity, a less than perfect GPA. However, when your eyes
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Depression is not only a state of being sad, it is a disease that conquers the ability to feel emotion, whether good or bad, whatsoever. Depression not only involves the mind, it also involves the body and thoughts. In different cultures some complain of excessive headaches and extreme pain and this is identified as depression, moderate or otherwise. This disease can be passed down through genes or can follow external events or can be caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain. Depression affects
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Behavioral Therapy Argosy University Abnormal Psychology Brandy Rhodes 12/08/11 Abstract: Major depression disorder is a wide and complex disorder than many Americans suffer from. This paper will review the research and material of major depression disorder and the effective treatment with cognitive behavioral therapy. Although there are several types of therapy available to treat depression and other mood disorders, CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) has been one of the most widely used and
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Types of Memory Problems? Brain fog Brain fog can be described as a feeling of distraction, fatigue, feeling somewhat moody and a bit ‘off.’ Brain fog may be a side effect of today’s fast-paced, industrialized way of life. To remain clear and focused, the brain needs a steady supply of essential fatty acids, vitamins, minerals, glucose (derived from complex carbohydrates), and amino acids as well as a sufficient amount of rest. According to the CDC’s Second National Report on Biochemical Indicators
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Mental Illness: Depression Phill S. Reg University of Phoenix Online HCA 240 July 20, 2014 Mental Illness: Depression Many American suffer from a form of mental illness. When you look at the statistics, it is quite alarming just how many Americans suffer from a mental illness. It is estimated that 26.2 percent of the American population from the ages of 18 and older suffer from a diagnosable mental illness (NIH, n.d). This is an astounding number to consider. If you do the
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common symptoms of mania, some individuals experience delusion, having false about what is taking place, or hallucinations, seeing or hearing things that aren’t there. Lastly depressive episodes include the following symptoms: Feelings of sadness /hopelessness, sudden angry outbursts, loss of interest, sleep disturbances,
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disorder that causes unusual shifts in mood, energy, activity levels, and the ability to carry out day-to-day tasks. Bipolar disorder is a long-term psychological condition known to create extreme changes in mood, which range from extreme lows of depression to extreme manic highs. The rate of mood swings varies from many times a day to a handful of episodes in a year. The condition can be controlled with the use of medication and counseling. The disorder is defined in a hierarchy of severity. There
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Nursing Theory Assignment: Hildegard Peplau’s Theory Ana Hernandez California State University, Dominguez Hills School of Nursing BSN 302-98 Lorna B. Diaz, MSN, BSN, RN The Mother Of Psychiatric Nursing, Hildegard Peplau Hildegard Peplau was an influential nursing theorist, who’s also known as the “mother of psychiatric nursing.” Her primary concern was how people relate to one another and through research and science
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