Panic-focused psychodynamic psychotherapy (PFPP) is one such option that’s been shown to be effective in treating panic disorder; another effective psychotherapy—often considered to be the most popular type of therapy for anxiety disorders—is cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is another option that can be effective in the treatment of panic disorder. EMDR is often used in the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Researchers suggest that EMDR can be helpful for panic disorder for the same reasons it is useful for PTSD since panic disorder often involves difficult memories and distressing panic attacks....

Searching for Scholarships When searching for ADHD scholarships for college, you may want to widen your search to include scholarships available for people with disabilities in general. You may also want to explore private scholarships that have nothing to do with ADHD. For example, you might be eligible for scholarships depending on your study interests and career goals, ethnic background, religious affiliation, extracurricular activities, military experience, and your parents’ place of employment....

Rather, risk factors for panic disorder describe specific characteristics that are commonly associated with developing the condition. Here are some of the frequently observed risk factors associated with panic disorder. Age The age of onset for panic disorder is frequently between late adolescence and early adulthood. Even though panic disorder typically develops between the ages of 18 and 35, it is still possible to occur any time throughout the lifespan....

These symptoms include physical symptoms (muscle tension, body aches, etc.), behavioral symptoms (procrastination, isolation, etc.), and emotional symptoms (intrusive thoughts, constant worry, etc.). Various coping styles and strategies can help manage all of them. Social Coping Strategies For some people, social coping strategies can help manage symptoms, overcome fear, and even improve social life for an overall better quality of life. Effective options include the following. Get Involved When we feel anxious it is common to want to pull away from others and disconnect....

Many people with gymnophobia are unable to participate in sexual activities and may develop a more generalized fear of sex that stems from their gymnophobia. In extreme cases, this fear can even lead to a phobia of bathing or showering. Some people are comfortable with their own nakedness but fear the nudity of others. Causes Gymnophobia can have many different causes. Those who have been through a sexual trauma are certainly at increased risk for the phobia, partially because they feel especially vulnerable when naked or they experience nudity as a triggering event....

Causes Shellfish phobias can generally, though not always, be broken down into a few common themes. Some people are deeply afraid of food poisoning, others of breaking religious dietary restrictions. In some cases, the fear is of the texture or taste rather than the food itself. People who are allergic to shellfish often exhibit strong fears when confronted with foods that may contain shellfish, but as these fears are tied to a physical condition, they are not considered phobias....

Some are afraid of entering the water, while others cannot bear to even look at a large body of water. Occasionally, aquaphobia is so pervasive that even being splashed or sprayed with water can cause a phobic reaction. Causes The most common cause of aquaphobia is a previous negative experience. If you have been through a near-drowning experience, shipwreck, or even a bad swimming lesson, you are more likely to develop a phobia of water....

The term “decidophobia” was coined by Walter Kauffman, a philosopher at Princeton and Harvard universities. He introduced the term in his book “Without Guilt and Justice: From Decidophobia to Autonomy,” published in 1973. The book focused on the philosophical implications of decidophobia, which can lead to religious and political conformity, according to Kauffman. However, from a mental health perspective, decidophobia is classified as a specific phobia, under the umbrella of anxiety disorders....

In several cases, it’s now easier for clinicians to diagnose someone with an eating disorder compared to the earlier edition DSM-IV-TR, which was published in 2000 and had more finite definitions. Here’s a brief synopsis of the changes in the DSM-V for diagnosing eating disorders. Binge Eating Disorder For the first time, the DSM-V includes binge eating disorder as a fully recognized and diagnosable disorder. The DSM-IV-TR had previously included binge eating disorder as a provisional list of criteria “for research purposes....

Approximately 40% of those with binge eating disorder are male. BED often begins in the late teens or early 20s, although it has been reported in young children as well as older adults. Binge eating disorder is sometimes mischaracterized as food addiction, which is not a recognized psychiatric disorder. While a large number of people with binge eating disorder are overweight, BED can also occur in people who are normal weight....

Meet Nick Viall Nick Viall is best known for his role on “The Bachelor.” He starred in “The Bachelorette” for two seasons before starring as the bachelor. He also appeared on “Bachelor in Paradise.” He has since started a podcast called “The Viall Files” where he talks about relationships and he also wrote a book called “Don’t Text Your Ex Happy Birthday: And Other Advice on Love, Sex, and Dating.”...

The Connection Between Eating Disorders and Amenorrhea When an eating disorder is present, the most common cause of missing a period is hypothalamic amenorrhea (HA). The hypothalamus is an area of the brain that plays a central role in maintaining the balance of body systems. It receives input from throughout the body in the form of hormones and chemicals; it responds by secreting hormones that affect other organs including those involved in reproduction....

In the early part of the 20th century, many therapists rigidly adhered to a single style of treatment. Over the last decade, more therapists started to draw ideas from different therapeutic approaches. Types of Eclectic Therapy A number of specific types of eclectic therapy have also emerged. In each case, these approaches draw from a range of techniques in order to address the unique needs of the individual. Some of these types include:...

What are the immediate and long-term effects of bullying?Will bullying make your child’s social anxiety worse?What can you do to help your child cope? How Common Is Bullying? Bullying has become an increasingly common occurrence in schools and playgrounds. Whether cyberbullying, harassment at school, or physical violence on the school bus, many children live in fear. Bullies pick on children who have trouble defending themselves. Sometimes victims of bullying may even become bullies themselves....

In the March-October period of 2020, the mean ER visitation rate for disaster-associated mental health conditions was 2,540.4 per 100,000 visits. This rate was higher than in 2019, when an average of 2,152.3 ER visits out of every 100,000 involved mental health. The same figure for suicide attempts was 314.2 in 2020 and 250.1 in 2019. Researchers also found an increase in ER visitation rates for all drug and opioid overdoses, intimate partner violence, and child abuse and neglect....

Learn why EtG tests are used, how accurate they are, and the truth behind EtG test facts and myths. EtG Test Uses The EtG test is used to detect alcohol abstinence in situations that do not allow drinking. These may include: Alcohol treatment programs Court cases (for example, child custody) DUI or DWI programs Liver transplant patients Probation programs Professional monitoring programs (for example, airline pilots, healthcare professionals, attorneys) Schools or the military...

Expansive Behavior in Bipolar Disorder An expansive mood can reap unfortunate consequences for a person with bipolar disorder, ranging from interpersonal confrontations to financial loss. Symptoms vary from person to person with some individuals believing themselves to be in a “creative cycle” while others are more disinhibited or recklessly impulsive. In some cases, the person may become excessively friendly to the point where the behavior seems exaggerated and extreme. Boundaries can be ignored and even casual acquaintances or strangers may be pulled in as intimate confidantes....

People who are extrinsically motivated will continue to perform a task even though it might not be in and of itself rewarding. For example, they will do something at their job that they don’t find enjoyable in order to earn a wage. Extrinsic motivation is involved in operant conditioning, which is when someone or something is conditioned to behave a certain way due to a reward or consequence. Examples of Extrinsic Motivation Think about your motivation for reading this article....