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DSM-5-TR Diagnostic Criteria for Gambling Disorder

Gateway Foundation

Gambling disorder is a condition that affects millions of people around the world. The disorder can damage lives, tear families apart and lead to significant financial losses. Here’s how the DSM-5-TR defines gambling and when to seek treatment if you or someone you know is struggling.

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Anxiety Disorders: Managing Anxiety and Stress for Better Mental Health

Psychological Health Care

The reality is that for some, stress and fear can become so overwhelming and persistent that it can evolve into an anxiety disorder, impacting daily life and overall well-being. Additionally, studies show an anxiety disorder will affect nearly 30% of all adults at some stage in their lives. What Are Anxiety Disorders?

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Proposed Mental Health Act overhaul included in Queen’s Speech

Community Care

The government said the proposals were designed to provide greater control for people over their treatment and more dignity in care, and reduce the use of hospital care for autistic people and those with learning disabilities. They would have to have a co-occurring mental health condition.

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How to Talk With Patients About Substance Use Disorder

Gateway Foundation

When a patient with substance use disorder (SUD) visits, it’s essential to talk to them in a way that shows sensitivity and empathy while avoiding stigmatizing language. Use People-First Language Patient communication in substance use disorders starts with people-first language. Let your patients choose how they are described.

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How do we know when posttraumatic stress disorder is getting better?

Society of Clinical Psychology

Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) causes a great deal of mental and physical distress, and can significantly reduce a person’s quality of life. Defining these constructs will also help to facilitate the development of clinical algorithms to guide decision-making and treatment planning for those people with PTSD. Cuijpers, P.

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Treatment Planning for Depression

Counselor Toolbox podcast

-Extent of the Problem -Risk Factors for Suicide -Protective Factors -Warning Signs and Precipitating Events -Neurobiological and Genetic Factors -The Role of Substance Use in Suicidal Behavior -Specific Populations -Co-Occurring Mental Disorders and Suicidal Behavior -Accidental Versus Suicidal Overdose -The Role of Trauma and Abuse -Assessment of (..)

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Can You Be Born with Anxiety? Unveiling The Symptoms Of Anxiety

Blurt It Out

There is evidence to suggest that anxiety, as well as other mental health conditions, such as obsessive compulsive disorder can be inherited genetically. Research indicates that genetic factors contribute to around 30-40% [1] of the risk for developing anxiety disorders. How Much Of Anxiety Is Genetic? The genetics of anxiety.

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