Essays on Illness

Depression and Its Impact Depression is a serious mental health issue that affects millions of people across the world. The World Health Organization ranks depression as the most prevalent cause of disability worldwide. The condition interferes with people's social functioning and if necessary interventions are not taken, it changes the lifestyle...

According to Freud, defense mechanisms refer to cognitive and psychological strategies unconsciously employed by an individual to assist them in dealing with anxiety brought about by unacceptable feelings and thoughts (Freud 3). They arise in people when one is triggered or threatened by feelings of guilt or anxiety. In Freudian psychology,...

In the course of our lives, most individuals develop cognitive reasoning critical in their social functioning both with family and at the workplace. As people age into their 60s, the aging process results in changes in both cognitive and social capabilities. Research by Hunt " Wolverson (2015) suggests that these...

Autism is a neurological disorder characterized by abnormal emotional and social communication. Additionally, it is also characterized by repetitive and restricted behavior. It can either be specific or pervasive in nature. Specific autism manifests itself as impairment in only one domain, for instance in speech. The Pervasive nature entails a...

The desire of an individual to eat or when to stop eating is in their mind. A strong comprehension of which section of the brain controls the motivation to eat can result in a greater comprehension of what makes some individuals overeat. There have been many critics that take the...

Childhood depression is a condition that often affects children of all ages and significantly impairs their function, growth, and development. Although its prevalence is lower than that observed in adults, it still presents a significant disease burden and effect on the quality of life. Usually, those who suffer the condition...

Abnormal psychology determines the unusual patterns regarding the emotions thoughts as well as the behavior. Further, the essence of this aspect may not be understood as a form of precipitating a mental disorder. Even though there are many behaviors, which can be considered as abnormal, this understanding can deal with...

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a collection of techniques and strategies proven to assist people with anxiety disorders. According to Cape, Whittington, Buszewicz, Wallace, and Underwood, (2010), when a person is suffering from panic attacks such as an incapacitating phobia, unrelenting worries, or obsessive thoughts, they might be having an...

Generalized Anxiety Disorder People feel anxious in their daily lives especially when undergoing stressful period. However, whenever the anxiety becomes too difficult to control, it is an indicator of a generalized anxiety disorder and immediate medical attention is required (Rickets " Rynn, 2001). Anybody can develop the condition regardless of age,...

In my society, people believe in the "Five Stages of Grief" myth In my society, people believe that before someone dies, there are various psychological stages that one has to go through. These stages are referred to as "the five stages of grief". This entails the emotional state that is experienced...

The client, Ben Wilson is a 22-year-old Caucasian male. He is 5’’9 tall and weighs 176 lbs. the client has a full orientation as he knows his name location and the date. He presents himself well and is well groomed. He is a Computer science expert by training but currently...

Everyone possesses essential psychological needs which if not meet we suffer severely. Just in a similar manner, we need food, shelter, and clothing; we require fulfillment of our psychological desires to remain stable and mentally healthy. According to psychological studies, psychological needs can be narrowed down into four categories which...