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Alzheimer’s is a progressive, irreversible condition, which means that symptoms gradually go from mild to worse until the person cannot communicate or function independently. The progression of this condition is categorized into four stages: pre-clinical stage, early stage, middle stage, and late stage. Signs & Symptoms These are the signs and symptoms of each stage of Alzheimer’s disease. While the symptoms in the initial stages can be mistaken for normal signs of aging, they become more severe with time....

Anger only becomes a problem when it’s excessively displayed and begins to affect your daily functioning and the way you relate with people. Anger can range in intensity, from a slight annoyance to rage. It can sometimes be excessive or irrational. In these cases, it can be hard to keep the emotion in check and could cause you to behave in ways you wouldn’t otherwise behave. Characteristics When we are angry our body goes through certain biological and physiological changes....

Her treatment played an important role in the establishment and development of psychoanalysis. Anna O’s Real Name Bertha Pappenheim Best Known For Anna O. was a patient of physician Josef Breuer.She coined the phrase “talking cure.“Made significant contributions to social work in Germany. Birth and Death February 27, 1859 - May 28, 1936 Anna O’s Significance in Psychology Bertha Pappenheim, referred to as Anna O. in the case history, came to Josef Breuer for treatment for what was then known as hysteria....

Psychopathy is associated with antisocial personality disorder. However, research has shown that not every person with ASPD is a psychopath. Approximately one-third of people with antisocial personality disorder meet the criteria for psychopathy. Symptoms of Antisocial Personality Disorder There are a number of defining symptoms of antisocial personality disorder. People with ASPD: May begin displaying symptoms during childhood; such behaviors may include fire setting, cruelty to animals, and difficulty with authority Often have legal problems resulting from failures to conform to social norms and a lack of concern for the rights of others Often act out impulsively and fail to consider the consequences of their actions Display aggressiveness and irritability that often lead to physical assaults Have difficulty feeling empathy for others Display a lack of remorse for damaging behavior Often have poor or abusive relationships with others and are more likely to abuse or neglect their children Frequently lie and deceive others for personal gain...

People have been relying on the arts for communication, self-expression, and healing for thousands of years. But art therapy didn’t start to become a formal program until the 1940s. Doctors noted that individuals living with mental illness often expressed themselves in drawings and other artworks, which led many to explore the use of art as a healing strategy. Since then, art has become an important part of the therapeutic field and is used in some assessment and treatment techniques....

Muscle Dysmorphia The term “muscle dysmorphia” was coined in the 1990s to describe this new form of disorder. Other people refer to the condition as “reverse anorexia,” and now more commonly “bigorexia.” The causes are not known and researchers conceptualize it in different ways. Some feel it should be thought of as an eating disorder, some as a behavioral addiction, and others as a type of body dysmorphic disorder. Some believe a major factor is the media putting the same type of pressure on men to conform to an ideal shape in ways that has been the case with women for years....

Meet Terry Crews Terry Crews is an NFL player turned actor and TV host. He has appeared on shows like “Everybody Hates Chris” and “Brooklyn Nine-Nine.” He’s also hosted shows like “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?” and “America’s Got Talent.” He’s the author of a new book called “Tough.” In it, he shares stories from his childhood, his experiences in the NFL, and how his idea of real toughness has evolved over the years....

But it’s also true that older adults can have a more difficult time falling or staying asleep due to pain, certain medications, or other factors. So, how can that quality snooze be achieved? In a recent study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, a group of researchers from the National Cheng Kung University Hospital in Taiwan determined music could be a solution. After analyzing a number of studies on the topic, the group’s findings show calming music can positively impact older adults’ quality of sleep....

The similarities between adult-onset and childhood-onset OCD are many, but there are important differences, too. If you are concerned about your child’s behavior, knowing the signs of OCD in children may help. Characteristics of OCD in Children OCD is a mental health condition characterized by obsessions and compulsions that interfere with daily life. OCD was formerly classified as an anxiety disorder because the obsessive thoughts characteristic of the condition can lead to severe anxiety....

Chronic depression is a form of depression that persists for a long time. If you think you may have chronic depression, you’re not alone. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), close to 5% of adults regularly experience feelings of depression. This article explores the symptoms, causes, and diagnosis of chronic depression, as well as some treatment options and coping strategies that may be helpful. Symptoms of Chronic Depression These are some of the symptoms of chronic depression, according to Dr....

While chronic procrastination isn’t a disorder, it can be associated with mental health conditions. Many adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) struggle with procrastination. Fortunately, there are ways to address chronic procrastination, such as breaking to-do items down into smaller tasks, setting deadlines, having a friend hold you accountable, and seeking professional help. Read on to learn some practical solutions to help you stop procrastinating. Symptoms of Chronic Procrastination Signs of procrastination can include:...

Overeating and Binge Eating Behaviors You are a person with a binge eating disorder who binges on candy, cookies, and chocolate several times a day. Your overeating started in childhood when you would eat candy in secret at night. You describe your binges as emotional eating because you eat when you felt upset. You do everything you can to prevent weight gain, including skipping regular meals, exercising for hours, using laxatives to “clear yourself out,” and occasionally, making yourself vomit....

Overview The term angrophobia refers specifically to the fear of becoming angry rather than the fear of others becoming angry with you. Like all phobias, angrophobia varies widely in both its symptoms and its severity from one person to the next. However, not everyone who is afraid of losing their temper suffers from angrophobia. Those with the phobia will go to extremes to avoid getting mad. In many cases, this causes the angrophobic to avoid social situations and become reclusive....

Explore Reasons Your Medication May Not Be Working Although there are many FDA-approved medications available for the treatment of OCD, medications don’t seem to be effective for one-third of people’s OCD symptoms. This can happen because of genetics, body chemistry, other medications you’re on, skipping doses, as well as whether or not you use alcohol and/or drugs. Sometimes, it can take a lot of time and experimenting with dosage and medication types to find the right one for you....

Repeated clinical trials have demonstrated that patients with acrophobia (fear of heights) who receive exposure therapy, and who also took D-cycloserine, learn to override their fears more quickly than those who took a placebo. How D-Cycloserine Works D-cycloserine is thought to affect certain receptors, namely NMDA (N-methyl-D-aspartate) receptors, in the amygdala portion of the brain (a part of your brain that is associated with fear). It does not directly treat the phobia....