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To achieve or maintain a desired figure, people with bulimia will often experience uncontrolled eating, followed by extreme actions to counteract possible weight gain. This may be through vomiting, fasting, abusing laxatives, or following an excessive fitness regimen. Someone with bulimia may also become overly critical of body shape and weight. This eating disorder commonly affects adolescent girls—it will often manifest around the age of 12. About 0.5%-1% of young women live with the condition....

Cannabis contains more than 80 compounds, known as cannabinoids. The main cannabinoid that most people are more familiar with is tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), which is the psychoactive substance that produces the “high” characteristic of marijuana. Benefits Despite claims about CBD’s purported mental health benefits, it is important to understand that the research on its use is still limited. There have been studies done, but many of these have limitations and further research is needed in order to fully understand CBD’s therapeutic potential....

Before you sign your child up for online therapy, however, it’s important to understand how it works and to learn the potential risks and benefits of online therapy as compared to in-person treatment. How Online Therapy Works There are many licensed mental health professionals who treat children and teens online. For the most part, children can receive a similar level of treatment online that they receive at in-person appointments. Online therapy appointments may take place via video, live chat, phone, or messaging....

In either form, bupropion is associated with a number of common side effects: AgitationBlurred visionConstipationDizzinessDry mouthExcessive sweatingHeadacheNausea and vomitingRapid heartbeat One of the less common heart-related side effects is hypertension (high blood pressure). Although one trial actually showed a decrease in blood pressure over the course of the study with Wellbutrin, there have been studies that report some increase in treatment-emergent hypertension with Wellbutrin, particularly when used with nicotine replacement for smoking cessation....

We’ll delve into whether you can see who has saved your TikTok videos and provide tips for managing your privacy settings on the app. Whether you’re a TikTok newcomer or а seasoned user, this post will give you valuable insights into controlling your privacy on the platform. What is TikTok? What is TikTok? If you’re unfamiliar with the app, TikTok is a social media platform allowing users to create and share short videos, usually set to music....

There are 18 questions on the test—not the first to go viral on TikTok—which asks participants about everything from childhood punishments to their memories in general, and the test will then give the factors that it says “negatively affect your well-being”—these might include rejection trauma, abandonment trauma, injustice trauma, or betrayal trauma. People on TikTok have been sharing their results, expressing surprise at the accuracy. What Exactly Is This Trend?...

While social withdrawal, moodiness, and other behavioral changes are commonly attributed to this normal developmental stage, researchers are realizing that in some cases, these changes could indicate that puberty is actually contributing to depression. The Frequency of Depression During Puberty It is estimated that 2% of children under age 10 experience depression, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. However, between the ages of 10 and 14, the average age range of puberty onset, depression rates increase from 5% to 8% for children overall....

While those with anorexia fear the effects of food on body image, those with cibophobia are afraid of the food itself. However, people can experience both disorders at the same time. Symptoms If you have cibophobia, you experience extreme anxiety around your trigger foods. Symptoms of anxiety include restlessness, fatigue, muscle tension, irritability, difficulty concentrating, and constant worrying. You may fear one specific food or many foods at a time....

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has also approved Kapvay, the extended-release version of clonidine, as a medication for children with ADHD ages 6 and up. It can be taken alone or along with stimulant medication. Stimulants vs. Non-Stimulants ADHD medications are generally categorized as either stimulants or non-stimulants. Clonidine, which is part of the class of drugs known as centrally acting alpha-agonist hypotensive agents, is considered a non-stimulant treatment for ADHD....

Parents, teachers, and other adults can help teens by being supportive and setting fair limits. Of course, it’s also important to identify the types of issues teens often face. These teen troubles are common, but not inevitable. If you are worried about your child, start by observing their behavior and seeking to identify what’s happening. Risk-Taking There are many ways in which teens express themselves. For some, it’s through risk-taking....

You may find that no matter how hard you try, friends and families don’t understand you. Similarly, you may have trouble understanding where your loved ones are coming from too. They may get frustrated by your inability to understand and may think you’ve distorted what they have said. This can be extremely frustrating for everyone involved; you may all end up defensive and argue over something that is misunderstood. As a result of this miscommunication, it is important that you and your loved ones have: These tools will allow you and those in your life to be more effectively communicate....

Compulsive eating causes you to overeat even when you are not hungry, or your body doesn’t need food. Binge eating is a mental health disorder that features recurring bouts of compulsive eating. It’s a mental condition that makes you unable to control the urge to eat. Both conditions can cause physical discomfort, social embarrassment, and emotional distress. One may view compulsive eating as a symptom of a binge eating disorder, but not everyone who eats compulsively has a binge eating disorder....

Just like fear of flying or fear of spiders, a fear of vomiting can be so strong that it becomes a phobia. The specific phobia of vomiting (SPOV), also referred to as emetophobia, is a serious clinical condition. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition (DSM-5) categorizes it as a specific phobia, “other” subtype. SPOV involves an intense and irrational fear of vomiting and the avoidance of situations related to vomiting....

Single parents bring unique perspectives, priorities, and life experiences to the table—and that can make them great partners. They’re often capable, smart, flexible, and know what they’re looking for in a relationship. Here’s what you need to know before dating a single mom—and how to take your relationship to the next level without getting overly involved too soon. Recognize That It’s Different When dating a single mom, it’s important that you adjust your expectations....

If you sought treatment from a professional rehab program for your alcohol or drug problem, one of the most important objectives of your continuing or follow-up care is to help you learn to replace your previous destructive behaviors with more healthy and productive alternatives. Supportive Friends and Family One of the first steps in developing a drug-free lifestyle is to avoid those people who were directly involved in your former drinking or drug-using lifestyle—those who helped you get drugs, use drugs or were your drinking buddies....

MAOIs can also be used to treat anxiety disorders like panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). If you are taking an MAOI, there are certain foods that you will need to limit or completely avoid to prevent your blood pressure from getting dangerously high (hypertensive crisis). How MAOIs Work Monoamine oxidase inhibitors, or MAOIs, were one of the earliest antidepressants in the United States, being first made available to consumers in the 1950s....

This article discusses how boys display signs of the disorder. Read on to learn about the ADHD diagnosis procedures, plus possible treatment methods. What Is ADHD? Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is a neurodevelopmental disorder. A person with this condition may show repeated patterns marked by problems with focus or concentration. Other times, someone with ADHD can appear hyperactive (e.g., fidgeting, talking non-stop, tapping, etc.). In addition to attention challenges and hyperactivity, ADHD may also manifest as a lack of self-control....

Domestic violence is a shockingly common occurrence the world over, with an estimated 10 million people in the United States alone affected on an annual basis. Broken down further, around 1 in 4 women, and 1 in 9 men are victims of domestic violence—a number which is believed to be underreported. It isn’t far-fetched to claim that every health worker will at some point encounter a domestic abuse victim in their field....