What Is Thought-Action Fusion? Thought-action fusion is when you believe that simply thinking about an action is equivalent to actually carrying out that action. For example, if a thought randomly pops into your mind about something unacceptable—such as murdering your partner—you would believe this to just as bad as actually harming them. Thought-action fusion can also lead people to believe that thinking about an unwanted event makes it more likely that the event will happen....

Signs and Symptoms While multiple treatment approaches are effective, no single treatment is universally effective for all patients. So, if you’re beginning treatment for your depression, the process may involve some trial and error. If you discover that various treatments are not working for you, you likely have treatment-resistant depression. Treatment-Resistant Depression Symptoms The primary symptoms of TRD include: Depressive symptoms persist even after the treatment should have started workingSymptoms decrease somewhat with treatment, but not enough to substantially improve quality of lifeA treatment that used to work has lost effectiveness with ongoing treatmentFrequent relapses or recurrences of depression, even if treatment does result in a brief or partial remissionAn increase in dosage does not cause any change in your depressive symptomsThis lack of response occurs even though you are following the treatment plan as prescribed...

Childhood-onset bipolar is associated with a more severe course of illness compared to people who don’t begin to experience symptoms until adulthood. Early intervention can be the key to getting symptoms under control. Even if you know an adult with bipolar disorder—or you have been diagnosed with it yourself—it might not look the same in a teenager. When to Seek Help Children and adolescents with bipolar disorder experience severe mood and behavior changes that are extreme and represent a major change from their typical mood and behavior....

What Is Abilify Used to Treat? Abilify is approved to treat the following health conditions: Schizophrenia in people age 13 or olderBipolar I disorder in people age 10 or olderMajor depressive disorder in adults (used in combination with another antidepressant when a person does not respond to that single antidepressant)Agitation associated with schizophrenia or bipolar maniaAgitation associated with autism spectrum disorder in children ages 6 to 17Tourette syndrome in children and adolescents age 6 and older...

Researchers investigating the impact of virtual reality (VR) on phobias found that a combination of a VR exposure therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)—via a new app, oVRcome—had a high success rate in helping participants treat their phobias. “There has been enormous growth in the number of self-help apps targeting anxiety; however, only about 4% of apps have been rigorously evaluated in peer-reviewed research,” says lead researcher Cameron Lacey, an associate professor in the Department of Psychological Medicine at the University of Otago in Christchurch, New Zealand....

Explore the meaning of “slay” on Snapchat, its origins, and its impact on popular culture. Provide examples of how the term is used in Snapchat conversations and discuss its growing popularity. If you’re a regular user of Snapchat or just curious about the latest slang, you can have a better understanding of the term “slay” and its place in modern communication. The meaning of “slay” on Snapchat To understand the context in which “slay” is used on Snapchat, first realize the platform itself....

With this shift, practitioners are no longer treating neurodivergence as inherently an illness. They are instead viewing them as different methods of learning and processing information, some of which become disabilities in an inaccessible and ableist society. This article defines neurodiversity and provides examples. It also teaches you how to find out if you’re neurodivergent and describes what it’s like to be neurodivergent. Understanding Neurodiversity Neurodiversity is the concept that there are a variety of ways that people’s brains process information, function, and present behaviorally....

So what makes bullet journals so appealing? This type of personal journal allows people to record achievements, goals, thoughts, inspiration, and reflections in an organized and creative way. Users can make entries of daily, weekly, and monthly progress toward their goals. This can be an effective system when trying to change a habit, reach a goal, or make some sort of life change. What Is a Bullet Journal? The bullet journal system is fairly complex....

Unlike open relationships, polyamory is characterized by emotional as well as sexual or romantic intimacy between partners. In contrast to infidelity, adultery, or extramarital sex, polyamory is consensual and disclosed to everyone involved. Sometimes polyamorous relationships are hierarchical (one relationship takes priority over others) and sometimes they are equal. In a hierarchical scenario, a person may have primary and secondary partners. Primary: A primary partner is at the top of the hierarchical structure; this person may be the person with whom you live, have kids, or even marry....

The aim of bioenergetic therapy is to help clients release physical and emotional tension that may be causing problems. Bioenergetic therapy can be helpful for a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, stress, anger management, and trauma. It can also be used to improve overall physical health. Bioenergetic analysis was developed by Alexander Lowen, M.D. in the 1950s. Lowen was a student of Wilhelm Reich, a psychoanalyst who believed that physical ailments were rooted in unconscious psychic conflict....

Kleptomania often emerges sometime during adolescence and appears more commonly in women than in men. Because stealing is illegal, this disorder can lead to significant legal consequences. People with kleptomania may face arrest, trial, and incarceration as a result of their symptoms. One study of clinical patients found that more than 68% of those with kleptomania had been arrested for stealing. Just over 20% of these patients had been convicted and incarcerated for their crimes....

Self-deprecating statements tend to play us down to peers, loved ones, and colleagues, but for what purpose? This article discusses why we engage in acts that appear to be self-sabotaging and how self-deprecation affects our well-being. Why Do We Self-Deprecate? When interacting with people, conceitedness is, understandably, one of the very last impressions you want to leave behind. To avoid this, there is a tendency to go in the other direction and downplay your positive attributes or even insult yourself to appear humble....

Origins of the Mandela Effect The term “Mandela Effect” was first coined in 2009 by Fiona Broome when she created a website to detail her observance of the phenomenon. Broome was at a conference talking with other people about how she remembered the tragedy of former South African president Nelson Mandela’s death in a South African prison in the 1980s. However, Nelson Mandela did not die in the 1980s in a prison—he passed away in 2013....

Questioning your sexuality can be a journey of discovery, but it can also bring feelings of stress. Learning more about yourself can help you find joy in healthy sexual relationships and affirm your sexuality. Asking yourself questions, talking to supportive people, and exploring online resources are just a few steps to help you explore your sexuality. This article discusses some of the well-known LGBTQ+ identities, strategies that can help you explore your sexuality, and some of the resources that may help....

One expectation in a relationship is to feel supported. That’s a valid and reasonable expectation. You want to feel that in any circumstance, your partner has your back. When your partner ignores your needs and doesn’t give you the respect you deserve, you want to question if you’re in an unhealthy relationship. Signs of Feeling Unappreciated If you’re feeling like your partner doesn’t appreciate you, put away the social media....

So why do psychologists opt to use surveys so often in psychology research? They offer researchers a way to collect a great deal of information in a relatively quick and easy way. A large number of responses can be obtained quite quickly, which allows scientists to work with a lot of data. Survey Use A survey can be used to investigate the characteristics, behaviors, or opinions of a group of people....

This randomized controlled trial was conducted with 78 white women of various ages and found that participants with mindfulness meditation skills were 3 times more likely to help Black people in staged scenarios. Research demonstrates that less than half the population of white Americans support Black Lives Matter, so greater efforts to address white supremacy are crucial for protecting the lives in Black communities. Understanding the Research This study began with the use of daily diaries by white participants to gauge how they would approach opportunities to help people, then were randomly assigned to either an intervention group for mindfulness training or a control group for breathing exercises....

Read on to learn more about the diagnostic process, why it’s harder to identify autism in adults than children, and whether getting an evaluation will be helpful to you. Who Conducts Autism Evaluations for Adults? A psychologist or a psychiatrist completes an evaluation if they have specialized training in autism. Certain master’s degree-level mental health professionals can also receive training in psychological assessments and autism. Where to Find a Professional Who Can Diagnose Autism in Adults Many providers list their services on various directory websites to help potential clients find them and determine if they are a good fit....