Tag: mental illness
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10 Signs of Explosive Intermittent Disorder
For individuals grappling with Explosive Intermittent Disorder (EID), everyday conflicts can be amplified to alarming levels. EID, also called “anger management disorder,” is a mental health condition that goes beyond the occasional outburst of anger. It poses significant challenges to those who experience it and those around them. Characterized by recurrent episodes of impulsive aggression…
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10 Behaviors of Someone With Schizoid Personality Disorder
Schizoid Personality Disorder (SPD) profoundly influences individuals’ behaviors and relationships. People with SPD often exhibit emotional detachment, a restricted range of emotions, and a preference for solitude. They may struggle to form and maintain close relationships, leading to feelings of isolation and loneliness. Communication can be challenging due to their reserved nature, difficulty expressing themselves…
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Here’s a Schizophrenia Simulation Video That Shows What It Feels Like
See what life feels like for someone who lives with this mental health disorder. Schizophrenia is a complex mental health disorder. It affects millions of people worldwide. Many people do not fully understand the condition, leading to stigma and misconceptions. To help shed light on this condition and foster understanding, we dive into a unique…
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Psychologists Explain 8 Causes of Grandiose Delusions
Grandiose delusions, or delusions of grandeur, are a type of delusion involving an unrealistic conviction in one’s abilities or powers. Certain neurological factors, genetics, substance abuse, psychiatric disorders, trauma, stress, and cognitive biases can cause this disorder. People with this delusion may experience grandiosity. That means they believe they have special abilities, are destined to…
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7 Behaviors of a Vulnerable Narcissist
A vulnerable narcissist differs from an overt narcissist because they’re not as attention-seeking or arrogant. They still have the main characteristics of someone with narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) but covertly display them. The vulnerable narcissist usually struggles with low self-esteem and comes across as shy and reserved. Instead of claiming the spotlight, covert narcissists may…
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10 Hidden Signs of a Narcopath
Narcissism and psychopathy are two personality traits, mainly used to describe narcopathy, that can significantly impact a person’s behavior and relationships with others. While these traits are well-known, there are many subtle aspects of these behaviors of a narcopath that most people don’t realize. These traits can combine to create a “narcopathic” personality, which can…