Psychology

a chronic mental disorder in which a person's ability to think, feel or behave is affected, often associated with the distortion of reality

a mental condition that is not caused by organic disease in which one is constantly anxious, worried, and stressed

Neurosis often manifests as chronic anxiety, obsessive behaviors, or phobias that interfere with daily functioning.

the action of separating or removing something from an association or connection

The company announced the dissociation of its subsidiary from the parent group.

a psychotherapy that targets negative thoughts and behaviors to address mental health issues

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based approach that helps individuals identify and change negative thought patterns and behaviors.

the part of a person responsible for thoughts, feelings, and conscious mental functions

Meditation can calm the psyche and improve focus.

a severe mental condition in which the patient loses contact with external reality

Psychosis is a mental health condition characterized by a loss of contact with reality, often manifesting as hallucinations or delusions.

(psychology) the process of relieving a complex by bringing it to consciousness and directly addressing it

Writing in a journal can provide a sense of catharsis, allowing individuals to express and process their emotions.

a psychological disorder that causes a person to spend a lot of time thinking obsessively about the imaginary imperfections in their appearance

Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is a mental health condition where individuals obsess over perceived flaws in their appearance, which are often unnoticeable to others.

a disorder causing a person to have recurring unwanted thoughts or to do something such as cleaning or checking on something over and over

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is characterized by persistent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions) performed to alleviate anxiety.

a disorder that is formed in a person who has experienced a very shocking or frightening event, causing them to have nightmares or flashbacks from the event

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop after an individual experiences or witnesses a traumatic event, such as combat, a natural disaster, or a serious accident.

a condition, experienced mostly by children, making them seem restless, unable to keep focus, and act impulsively

(of a mental condition) affecting brain processes so severely that makes one unable to tell the difference between reality and fantasy

The psychotic patient believed he was being followed by aliens.

a mental illness that causes a person to act impulsively, to experience severe shifts in mood, and to be unable to form interpersonal relationships

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a mental health condition characterized by intense and unstable relationships, emotions, and self-image.

a psychological condition in which there are more than one personality in a person, each personality has different memories and patterns of behavior

Dissociative identity disorder (DID), formerly known as multiple personality disorder, is a mental health condition characterized by the presence of two or more distinct personality states or identities within a single individual.

a strategy or behavior used to manage or counteract challenging emotions, thoughts, or situations

Exercise can serve as a coping mechanism for managing stress, anxiety, and depression by releasing endorphins and promoting a sense of well-being.

an unconscious mental strategy individuals use to cope with anxiety, discomfort, or threatening emotions

Denial, a defense mechanism, involves refusing to accept or acknowledge the reality of a situation.