Opioid addiction, dependence, and tolerance are signs of drug abuse manifesting in brain changes. Patients suffering from addictions can be helped to understand that illnesses related to the addiction has a biological basis and the use of these drugs is purposely meant to manage acute pain and chronic disorders. Therefore, an addicted individual requires continuing […]
Introduction Stimulants are either natural, refined or synthetic. They can be legal or illegal. Stimulants are drugs which can increase mental alertness, inflate physical energy, influences brain chemicals (cause excitement) and brings about euphoria. They stimulate the central nervous system. Some of the medicinal stimulants include amphetamines and methylphenidate, and they are mostly prescribed to […]
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Order nowAddiction, tolerance and withdrawal Addiction as the inability to continuously abstain from a specific behavior such as abusing drugs and this leads to reduced control over that behavior, dysfunctional emotional response and lack of recognition of consequent problems associated with the behavior and ones interpersonal relationships. Just like other chronic diseases addiction leads to a […]
It is no secret today that stress in our day to day lives is more prevalent than ever. There are many ways to combat and cope with stress; however, it seems that alcohol consumption is the primary mechanism. There has been much research on whether alcohol consumption is directly related to the levels of stress […]
In 2017 Mental Health American, a clinical research program created to study mental health reported that 11% of teenagers in the United States had reported having symptoms of either depression or anxiety. (Mental Health America, 2017) With suicide being the third leading cause of death in the United States, it is very important to study […]
This paper will be discussing how mindfulness and meditations have played a major part in evidence-based therapy. Mediation has been around for the past 100 hundred years and has been used in such religions as Hinduism and Buddhism. It is still being used today and therapist are incorporating Mindfulness as well. These two types of […]
The prevalence of Autism Spectrum Disorder has nearly doubled in recent years, and the numbers are staggering: nearly 1 in every 59 children are diagnosed with autism in the United States alone. Yet, there are so many questions surrounding the complexity and increase in diagnoses of this condition that affects so many in such diverse […]
Abstract Alcohol Dependence which consists of an individual being dependent of Alcohol can lead to Alcoholism that can have devastating consequences and often leads to severe health, social, economic problems. From affecting the human body along with having long term impacts to loved ones, friends or the community, this is a disorder doesn’t discriminate to […]
Abstract Bipolar Disorder is a very serious mental health condition. In this research paper, you will explore what Bipolar Disorder means and the history behind this disorder. Additionally, you review the different stages and compulsions and what role they play in the people of our society. Lastly, you will learn how Bipolar Disorder is diagnosed […]
I have a close friend who lives with bipolar disorder, which is also known as manic-depressive illness. The disease has derailed him several times. After each episode, he brings himself down a notch. Listening to him talk about how he wants to be a better person breaks my heart. He is already an amazing athlete, […]
Historical and Modern Understandings of Bipolar Disorder and its Treatment This paper will explore Bipolar Disorder, and how it has been viewed within both historical and contemporary contexts. The evolution of the understanding of mental illness has been documented in ancient culture and medicine, including Greek, Indian, and Chinese medicine. How mental illnesses such as […]
Bipolar disorders “are characterized by fluctuations in mood, with episodes of both mania and depression” (Bonder, pg156). There are 3 types of bipolar disorders: bipolar I, bipolar II, and cyclothymia. “Bipolar I is characterized by intermittent manic and major depressive episodes” (Bonder, pg156). In order to be diagnosed with bipolar I, the individual must either […]
Bipolar disorder has two terms that have their own Ancient Greek meaning, melancholy and mania, (Burton, 2017). The greek meaning behind mania is to rage, and the greek meaning behind melancholy comes from the word melas meaning black, (Burton, 2017). Bipolar disorder, (melancholy and mania) traces back to first century AD a greek man named […]
A mental health disorder characterized by extreme highs and lows in mood and energy is known as Bipolar disorder. People naturally experience ups and downs in day to day life however, the severe shifts that happen in bipolar disorder can have a serious impact on life. There are four categories of bipolar disorder. Bipolar one […]
Bipolar disorder, also known as manic-depressive illness, is a brain disorder that causes unusual shifts in mood, energy, activity levels, and the ability to carry out day to day task (The National Institute of Mental Health, n.d.) Bipolar disorder was first recognized by the ancient Greeks. In the mid-1800’s, Jules Baillarge described a mental health […]
Bipolar Disorder Bipolar disorder is a mental illness that impacts the individual suffers from various mood swings, energy levels, and interest in activities. Bipolar disorder can make everyday activities and life very difficult for the individual. Individuals that suffer from bipolar disorder can have emotional times that can occur at random in their lives. These […]
The diagnosis of Bipolar Disorder is based on the DSM-IV diagnosis criteria, which requires an induvial to meet certain requirements. Bipolar I disorder (manic-depressive disorder), is a mental illness that causes individuals to display mood swings, shifts in their energy or activity levels, and an inhibited ability to carry out simple tasks (Nevid, 2018). It […]
A few decades ago, children previously categorized as “hyper”, “mentally slow”, or even “badly parented” began being recognized by doctors, parents, and schools. Research about the brain and behavior lead to what is now commonly known as ADD or ADHD and is more widely understood. Now neurologists, doctors, and teachers are better equipped to help […]
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD is a commonly known mental disorder that affects hundreds of people but mostly children worldwide. Symptoms of ADHD include inattention (not being able to keep focus), hyperactivity (excess movement that is not fitting to the setting) and impulsivity (acts that occur in the moment without thought) (Parekh, 2017). Most […]
In America, over sixty-four million children are being/are diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or better known as ADHD. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is categorized as a neurodevelopmental disorder. This neurodevelopmental disorder demonstrates signs/symptoms that involve trouble concentrating, paying attention, staying organized, and/or remembering details. Some specific examples could be that a child may daydream […]
Etiology & Pathophysiology: The specific etiology is unknown. There are however known associations such as family history, genetics, and environmental factors. A specific gene has not been identified, but it is believed that a genetic predisposition in addition to the child’s environment contribute to the appearance of ADHD. The pathophysiology behind ADHD is also not […]
The demands and expectations of children have been increasing in today’s world. These demands and expectations are seen in classrooms, family settings, and social activities which can cause many difficult experiences that these children have to face, especially for children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Children with ADHD have poor concentration, hyperactivity, and impulsivity issues […]
Bipolar Disorder is normally referred to as manic-depressive disorder; this is a mental health disorder that causes mood swing, meaning you experience highs and lows. When people are depressed, they normally feel as though things are hopeless, they lose interest in things that used to be important or things that they do every day on […]
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD) is a debilitating neurological disorder characterized by the persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity that affects a patient’s development 1,2. Patient’s with ADHD are at a higher risk of developing impaired academic performance, social isolation, peer problems, substance abuse, aggressive behavior, delinquency and the developments of more severe mental disorders. 3,4. […]
ABSTRACT Adolescents with ADHD engage in more risk taking behaviour than adolescents without ADHD. Mind-wandering is an underlying process of ADHD and a potential underlying process of risk taking behaviour in ADHD. The aim of this study was to test if mind-wandering predicted risk taking behaviour above and beyond ADHD symptoms. 315 adolescents (age: M […]
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurocognitive disorder that manifests as difficulties in attention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, planning, and organization. These difficulties often result in significant academic, behavioral, and social impairments (DuPaul, Eckert & Vilardo, 2012; Hart et al., 2017; Reddy, Cleary, Alperin & Verdesco, 2018). The most common treatments for ADHD include medication and behavior […]
ADHD affects around 4% of adults around the world (Michielsen et al., 2018). Yet, it is an under-reported and under-researched condition. Many symptoms of ADHD are similar to those of dementia, such as forgetfulness, inattentiveness, anxiety, depression, and irritability. It is, therefore, possible that there are links between the two diseases. While the genetic connection […]
This research paper is to state the impact ADHD has on the learning of people with ADHD. ADHD is a disorder that has been around for decades, and has been doubling as time goes on. There hasn’t been a treatment that cure this disorder, there is only medication to control this order to make it […]
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex lifelong neurodevelopmental disorder that affects communication and behavior, generally diagnosed within the early stages of life. No two individuals living with Autism experience the same symptoms, as the type and severity varies with each case (Holland, 2018.). Autism has been around for hundreds of years, but the definition […]
The deadliest psychological that have been studied is Anorexia Nervosa. This illness dates to St. Catherine of Sienna in the 13th century and was originally considered a “”wasting disease. In mid-20th century research by Hilde Bruch brought awareness to eating disorders, especially Anorexia Nervosa. Anorexia is rare but has the highest mortality rate of all […]
