psychological disorders

What Psychological Disorders ,Can Long Time Survivors of Hiv Have?

...  by spic472000: What psychological disorders ,can long time survivors of Hiv have? What kind of therapy would you look for? Best answer: Answer by TweetyBird“What psychological disorders ,can long time survivors of Hiv have?” — The obvious one is depression. “What kind of therapy would [be available to an HIV positive person]?” — I didn’t like this question so I reworded it. Not everyone with depression “looks for” therapy. Medication therapy, group therapy, support groups and one-on-one therapy. Add your own answer in the comments!     Read ...

What Are the Things That You Would Be Put Into a Mental Hospital/asylum For?

Question by Erin: What are the things that you would be put into a mental hospital/asylum for? Just wondering! Best answer: Answer by SennyPsychological imbalances that simply cannot be controlled in societal evniroments. Answer by JessicaI know at least one case… they put people in there who are suicidal so they can get help. Know better? Leave your own answer in the comments!   California parolee rearrest rate not improving Leaders at the California State Association of Counties, the Chief Probation Officers of California and the California State Sheriffs' Association say they need more money for job training, mental health care and substance abuse treatment. But criminal … Read more on Fresno Bee Read more... ...

Proposed Burlington House Would Offer Non-Medical Mental Health Treatment

by Murfomurf Proposed Burlington house would offer non-medical mental health treatment However, as part of that review process, the city of Burlington and HowardCenter, a regional mental health agency, have raised questions about the potential impact of the new treatment home. That could slow the progress of the project. On a recent … Read more on BurlingtonFreePress.com Nashua man remains free on bail for mental health treatment after fatal crash NASHUA – One of the men involved in the crash that ultimately killed a longtime Nashua resident who was a former Hungarian freedom fighter remained free on bail Tuesday so he can continue getting mental health treatment. Michael Fawcett, 51, of Nashua, … Read more on Nashua Telegraph Read more... ...

Treating Bipolar Disorder: Bipolar Disorder Broken Down

A lot of people think about bipolar disorder as something that is funny, laughable, or not that serious. When a person experiences mood swings it is often referred to by the common man as being “bipolar”. And although there is some truth to that loose definition of bipolar disorder, the difference is in the degree of the emotion felt by the person who is suffering from the said psychological disorder.   Read more... ...

Mental Illness in State and Nation Moved to Forefront Following Watershed Law

...  illness in state and nation moved to forefront following watershed law … Signed 50 years ago this month, that legislation has helped shape our still-evolving attitudes about how we regard, treat and care for people coping with psychological disorders. Prior to that year, most mental patients … It was the first state to … Read more on St. Louis Beacon TO YOUR HEALTH: Oct. 30 All are welcome to a free lecture from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 30, at Blackstone's Pub, Indian Pond Country Club, 60 Country Club Way, Kingston, focusing on hereditary breast and ovarian cancer syndrome. Presenters ….. Plymouth AIDS Support … Read more on Wicked Local Read ...

How Is It Possible to Absolutely Categorize Alcoholim as a Disease and Not an Illness?

Question by denveryay: How is it possible to absolutely categorize Alcoholim as a disease and not an illness? “Disease” is a very loosely defined term in many respects. There are multiple disorders, infenctions, and symptoms that can be typical of a definable disease. Also, a disease must have specific and constant cause(s), which in the case of Alcoholism is the CHOICE to drink ethyl-alcohol. The cause of the “disease” is the recurring and disregarding CHOICE to drink. A choice, however pathological or illogical, doesn’t seem to be appropriate as a cause or a condition of any disease. Despite the negative psychological, physiological, and other results of long-term alcohol abuse, it seems that it shouldn’t be classified as anything more than a treatable mental disorder. Read more... ...

Celebrity Rehab With Dr. Drew Psychological Disorders Parody

...  Rehab with Dr. Drew Psychological Disorders Parody – For our Psychology project, we filmed a parody of the popular VH1 show, Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew to inform viewers about Adjustment Disorder and Impulse…   12 Ridiculous Things to Know About LA's Bullshit Celeb Rehabs I thought it was going to be about celebrities who buy beautiful homes either tear them down and/or throw money at them to suit their tastes, ala Spelling. Now that, would interest me. – Bonnie Jones. By guest. 05/05/13 ...