Psychiatry for Physicians - Classification, Part - 4

This is a continuation of part three. It is one but the last part of the article about classification of psychiatric disorders.

Psychiatry for Physicians - Classification, Part - 5

With this part I will conclude the description of the classification of psychiatric disorders according to the DSM of APA. Subtypes of each mentioned disorders are avoided as these articles are meant for physicians.

Surprisingly Simple True Answer to How Does Stress Affect Health

The psychological and physical maladies associated with stress and anxiety syndrome are so many and varied that it is sometimes hard to see how symptoms may be related. You should understand that the manifestation of symptoms may have more to do with an individual’s perception of a stressor than the actual nature of a stressor itself. Learn the surprisingly simple truth here...

Stress And Alcohol - A Marriage Made In Misery

Moderate alcohol intake, to be sure, can have beneficial effects. Research suggests that small amounts can even improve mental functioning and increase performance in problem solving while stressed. But, there are also studies that demonstrate that large quantities, particularly when consumed for long periods, actually worsens stress.

Aspergers Syndrome

Dealing with a child with Aspergers Syndrome can be challenging. With some help and guidance, it can help the parents and the child a long way, in how to deal with day to day scenarios and to keep peace in their families.

Treating Performance Anxiety

Do you suffer from performance anxiety? Learn what you can do to achieve recovery.

How to Speak To Aging Parents About Their Future

Article describes the top 7 things to consider when speaking with an elderly person about their future, which is really a conversation about mortality.

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy - The Basics

Learn about the basics of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), the most research-supported approach to psychotherapy. Learn why CBT is shorter-term, yet it produces long-term results.

Anxiety and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

Anxiety related disorders are a common problem for people suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Anxiety and PTSD symptoms are treatable with medication and counseling.

What is the Community Mental Health Services Block Grant Program?

The Community Mental Health Services Block Grant is authorized by Part B of Title XIX of the Public Health Service Act and is the single largest Federal contribution dedicated to improving mental health service systems across the country.

Role of Vitamins in Mood Disorders

A mood is an emotion or feeling that lasts a long time. Moods affect how we act. Your mood also affects how you feel about yourself and life in general.

Attention Deficit Disorder, ADD, A Different Perspective

There are many challenges to having ADHD - ADD. However, it is time that we also see this condition in a different light. The purpose of this article is to present a positive perspective on this condition that traditionally has been presented as a disorder.

Welcome To The Funny Farm

I came up with the idea for the Funny Farm in 1999, but it lay dormant until 2003, because I didn't know what to do with it. It wasn't until that year, that I put the idea to work. This piece is a behind-the-scenes look at how the Funny Farm came about. None of us are getting any younger...and, whether you're young or old, we all have to take a serious look at mental illness in the future. And, after the unthinkable events of Virginal Tech...I think now more than ever!

Progressive Relaxation in Traumatic Incident Reduction

Most of my patients have been women who were abused in a frightening way during childhood. Many of them know that something bad happened, and they are haunted, but they are not sure why. They cannot in most cases remember the incident, at least not all of it. Progressive relaxation can be effective in recall and in traumatic incident reduction.