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Do Boys with ADHD Focus Better With Music?
Teachers and parents of children with ADHD know all too well how easily these special children can get distracted. The majority of research has shown that children with ADHD focus better ... Read More
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Hyperactivity: A Common Side Effect of Luvox in Young Patients
Depression and anxiety are among the most common mood problems, regardless of age or demographics. Children and adolescents experience anxiety and depression at a significant rate, although ... Read More
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Lexapro and Depression in Older Adults
Depression among older adults is an often-overlooked health crisis. Studies show that more than half of all people older than 60 diagnosed with depression fail to respond to initial treatment ... Read More
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Adolescents’ Turning Points Turn Out To Provide Positive Benefits –
Turning points are life experiences that permanently change the course of one’s life. The death of a parent, a divorce, or even a geographical move are all examples of turning points ... Read More
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Emotional Perception Influences How People Cope with Defeat
Feelings of psychological defeat are common symptoms of many mental health problems. In some research, psychological defeat has been linked to the onset of psychosis and other challenges. ... Read More
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In Group Therapy, Two Leaders are Better than One
The leadership structure of a group therapy environment has a direct influence on how the participants respond, according to a new study led by Dennis M. Kivlighan, Jr. of the Department ... Read More
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Goal Setting May Predict Bipolar Manic Episodes
A new study involving people with bipolar suggests that setting extrinsic goals may be a predictor for manic episodes. Individuals with bipolar disorder are aware that setting high goals ... Read More
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Friendships Reduce the Risk of Being Bullied
Being the target of bullying can cause a child to internalize and experience a decrease in self-worth. Many children who are victims of bullying become isolated and withdrawn, and often ... Read More
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Self-Esteem Influences How We Perceive Our Failures
Failure is a part of life. How an individual perceives their failure gives an indication of their overall sense of well-being and adjustment. Reflecting on past failures through imagery ... Read More
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How Do Depression and Attachment Affect Emotional Disclosure?
Sharing emotional experiences, or engaging in emotional disclosure, can be a cathartic process, resulting in reductions in stress, anxiety and tension. “In an opposite manner, the active ... Read More
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Therapeutic Immediacy Shows Promise in Two Case Studies
Therapeutic immediacy (TI) is a term used to encompass any discussion between a client and therapist during a session. The therapeutic alliance formed between the two parties as a result ... Read More
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The Pursuit of Happiness: Internal or External?
According to Randy P. Auerbach of Harvard Medical School, McLean Hospital, positive feelings and feelings of happiness are the result of intrinsic pursuits. “Intrinsically-motivated goals ... Read More
