Sometimes, the mind forces the body to acquiesce to impulses that it cannot control, such as the case of kleptomania. While a kleptomaniac may be aware of the theft, there are cases when they will not realize such until much later on.Kleptomania is often associated with obsessive-compulsive disorder, but it is actually a form of psychosis and is only rarely connected with OCD.
Skin Deep: The Psychology Behind Plastic Surgery
Some people question the purpose behind some plastic surgery firms having a psychologist as part of the team. The reason for this is that plastic surgery is more linked to a person’s mental health than most people would believe, particularly since most decisions to undergo plastic surgery are luxuries rather than necessities.In some cases, a psychologist may even decide that the patient is unfit to undergo a procedure, which can prevent them from consulting with a plastic surgeon.
Prevention Is Better Than Cure
This article is about unwanted pregnancy and what causes it. It also includes a brief discussion about contraceptives, abortion, and diseases that are transmitted through sexual intercourse.
Prison Break : Coming Through The Gates Of Freedom
People who get imprisoned suffer a lot of physical, emotional and psychological abuse. Once they get out of prison, they can either change to a better person or go back to their lawless ways due to social rejection.
Psychosis: Hard to Ignore
This article talks about psychosis, its symptoms, and causes. It aims to inform the reader about the need to be educated about psychosis, including the various medication and therapies available for psychiatric patients. The article also makes a case for a need to remove the social stigma attached to having a psychiatric problem.
Psychosis: The Great Escape
People sometimes just need to find a way to get away from all the trials and tribulations of life. Sometimes, people turn outwards and embrace temporary fixes for the stress and pressure of modern life, like taking a vacation. However, some people turn their “escapes” inward, which could possibly result in a mental condition known as psychosis.
On Matters of Sleep and the Body
With so many aspects of a person’s daily life being affected by it, one would think that a lack of proper sleep would be a major concern.However,the pressures of the modern world have made it so that people are finding it harder and harder to get enough sleep every day.According to recently concluded research,this may have more drastic effects on a person than was previously believed.
Over-eating, Stress, and The Modern World
In today’s world, time is constrained and stress is abundant. People are clamoring for stress relief that’s quick and painless, with food being an appealing option.
Overcoming Media Sensationalism: Finding Calm In A World Of Irrational Fears
The media has gotten into a state of sensationalism as of late, focusing on the negative aspects of modern life. However, despite all the fear and anxiety that the media portrays, there really isn’t all that much to worry about, as most of the disasters shown are either unavoidable or are rare exceptions. People have to understand that the bad news seen on TV does not happen everyday, and is not likely to happen to everyone watching.
Picking Up the Pieces of a Shattered Mind
Dissociative personality disorder is a controversial mental illness can be both debilitating and dangerous. The various personalities can make life chaotic and difficult for a patient, who may or may not be aware of his condition. Another problem stems from the fact that it is often difficult to diagnose DID because it is highly similar to other mental disorders.
Plastic Surgery: More Than Meets The Eye
Plastic surgery is a medical procedure to change a person’s appearance and ability to function. Be it for vanity or for reconstruction, patients need to be physically, emotionally, and psychologically ready for the procedure.
Play Some Games To Escape The Game
Life is like a game, which means that every so often, people need to take some time out to stop playing the game. Oddly enough, sometimes, the best way to take your mind off the game of life is to play a completely different game.