Category: Disorders

  • Genetics of Personality Disorders

    People with mental illnesses have persistent patterns of strong, inflexible cognition and respond to stimuli in unusual ways. Furthermore, certain psychological problems share characteristics with others, and individuals may simultaneously have two or more mental conditions. An individual with a personality disorder may also have another psychological illness, such as depression, anxiety, or addictions. As…

  • Evidence-Based Intervention for Substance Use Disorder

    Table of Contents Introduction to Treatment Evidence of Effectiveness ICBT and Child/Adolescent Population with SUDs Training for ICBT ICBT Effectiveness Evaluation Conclusion References Introduction to Treatment Substance use disorders (SUDs) are a significant problem, and the number of children and adolescents with SUDs is high. For instance, the prevalence of alcohol use disorder among those…

  • Patients with a Substance Use Disorder

    Table of Contents Research Relevance to People Research Influence on Practice Additional Knowledge Summary References People with addiction and substance use disorder (SUD) have to receive professional and high-quality care and follow-up. It is not enough to prescribe some drugs and visit meetings to prevent and control complications. Regular communication and family education are integral…

  • Down Syndrome: The Genetic Disorder

    It is important to note that Schlapps piece is heavily impacted by the worldview and paradigmatic assumptions rooted in the reversion theory, although he presents the explanation on the basis of glandular or chemical cause. The observed data by Schlapp is still based on him accepting the notion of polyphyletic position even though he states…

  • Genetic Disorders: Diagnosis, Screening, and Treatment

    Introduction Todays emphasis on genetic technology and its application has major implications for healthcare now and in the future. Nurses need to understand the importance of integrating new knowledge of genetics into their practices and be able to help patients cope with the genetic basis of disease. Nurses also need to examine their own attitudes,…

  • Downs Syndrome as a Genetic Disorder

    Many people are born with genetic diseases that manifest themselves in one way or another throughout their lives. One of these abnormalities is Downs syndrome, which occurs as a result of abnormal cell division. The syndrome manifests immediately at birth and is caused by an atypical number of chromosomes. People without genetic pathologies have 23…

  • Psychology Issues: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

    Table of Contents Abstract Introduction Discussion Symptoms and associated features of PTSD Causes of PTSD and its development Treatment of PTSD Types of treatment for PTSD Conclusion References Abstract People often experience situations that make them feel worried or suffer emotional tension. The human body reacts to such situations with a fight or flight response.…

  • Genetic Linkage Disorders: An Overview

    Brain aneurism, also known as cerebral aneurism is a localized swelling condition of the brains blood vessels. The affected vessel is dilated at a localized point and may go unnoticed for a long time. People suffering from this condition experience symptoms such as sudden headaches and general discomfort. Severe aneurism may rupture a blood vessel…

  • Wellness, Emotion Regulation, and Relapse during Substance Use Disorder Treatment Article Critique

    Table of Contents Introduction Main Questions Conclusion Reference Introduction In the article Wellness, Emotion Regulation, and Relapse during Substance Use Disorder Treatment, Clarke, Lewis, Myers, Henson, and Hill (2020) focus on the role of managing emotions in substance use relapse prevention. The researchers were interested in exploring various relationships between emotion regulation, reappraisal, suppression, and…

  • Substance Use Disorders in Prisoners

    Correctional institutions may provide insufficient medical services and have limited resources. Substance use disorders represent a considerable problem among the incarcerated population within the American health care system (Fazel et al., 2017). Therefore, it may be critical to develop an adequate framework in order to address the issue and improve outcomes among incarcerated individuals. The…