Category: Disorders

Table of Contents The Basics of PTSD and Mainstream Treatment Options Hypnotherapy Hypnotherapy Treatment for PTSD Conclusion References Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is one of the most topical issues in the sphere of healthcare today. As a result, over the years of research, many therapy solutions have been developed in order to address the…

Anorexia nervosa is a severe eating disorder that might result in the emergence of multiple complications. It is also characterized by the refusal to maintain the normal body weight, distorted view of weight and shape, amenorrhea, of fears of becoming overweight (Comer, 2013). However, regardless of the severe risks and long recovery process, numerous athletes…

Table of Contents Things to Do Before Diagnosing a Somatoform Illness Importance of Diagnosing a Somatoform Illness How to Go About the Initial Intervention Reference Things to Do Before Diagnosing a Somatoform Illness Somatoform disorders represent a class of psychiatric diseases whereby an individual has no identifiable biological foundation but manifest with physical issues. The…

Table of Contents Patient Scenario Patient Education/Teaching Plan Description of mHealth app References Society is often confronted with illnesses that have explanations or can be outwardly interpreted and noticed. However, the situation is changing for mental disorders because it is a more complex group of illnesses. Support for mental health continues to be an urgent…

CDC guidelines for prescribing opioids to manage Central Nervous System complications encompass a range of recommendations to advise primary care clinicians regarding the prevention of opioid use disorder. There are three key points on which the CDC guidelines focus: When opioid prescription should be initiated or continued for managing CNS complications; How opioids should be…

Table of Contents The Changing Role of Media Concerning Body Image Media Exposure Effects Media Literacy Prevention of Eating Disorders Conclusion References In terms of modern technology-based society, media exposure has significantly increased its influence and role in the lives of its large audience. However, the variety of media outlets has the power to adversely…

Table of Contents Neuromuscular Disorders Muscular Dystrophy Spinal Muscular Atrophy Peripheral Neuropathies Myasthenia Gravis Conclusion References Neuromuscular Disorders It is crucial to emphasize that neuromuscular diseases are a group of diseases of the muscles of the body and nerves located in the limbs, during which the primary pathological process is noted directly in the muscle…

Table of Contents The Changing Role of Media Concerning Body Image Media Exposure Effects Media Literacy Prevention of Eating Disorders Conclusion References In terms of modern technology-based society, media exposure has significantly increased its influence and role in the lives of its large audience. However, the variety of media outlets has the power to adversely…

Introduction The diagnosis of mental disorders is based on the principles of good clinical practice, including objectivity and reliability of the diagnostic examination, which ensures comparability and reproducibility of diagnostic decisions by psychiatrists with different levels of professional training and work in different countries. Using classifications and guidelines as diagnostic standards reflects the professional communitys…

Table of Contents Genetics and Neurotransmitters Neuroanatomical Changes and Therapy Current Theories of Causation and Cultural Factors References Genetics and Neurotransmitters Obsessive-compulsive disorder is a condition that is characterized by pathognomic features, which are intrusive, persistent, unconscious impulses and thoughts which repeat themselves continuously. It occurs when there are variations in some genes that give…