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SHERVAN K SHAHHIAN
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Middle Child Syndrome, an explanation:
Middle Child Syndrome is a popular term (not a formal psychiatric diagnosis) used to describe a pattern sometimes observed in second-born or “middle” children within a family system. It comes from ideas in birth-order psychology, that birth order possibly can influence personality development. What Is It? “Middle Child Syndrome” refers to the idea that middle children may feel: Overlooked or less noticed Less special than the firstborn Less dependent or “babied” than the youn
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18 hours ago2 min read
Schizoaffective Disorder, explained:
"PLEASE CONSULT WITH A PSYCHIATRIST, MEDICAL DOCTOR." Schizoaffective Disorder is a psychiatric condition characterized by a combination of: Psychotic symptoms (similar to Schizophrenia) Mood episodes (similar to Bipolar disorder or Major depressive disorder) It sits at the intersection of psychotic and mood disorders. Core Features 1. Psychotic Symptoms These may include: Hallucinations (often auditory) Delusions Disorganized thinking or speech Disorganized or catatonic beha
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18 hours ago1 min read
Severe Major Depression with Psychosis, what is it:
“PLEASE CONSULT WITH A NEUROLOGIST, MEDICAL DOCTOR.” Severe Major Depression with Psychosis (also called psychotic depression) is a subtype of Major Depressive Disorderin which a person experiences severe depressive symptoms plus psychotic features (loss of contact with reality). Clinically, it could be referred to as: Major Depressive Disorder with psychotic features Core Components A. Severe Major Depression Profound depressed mood Marked anhedonia Psychomotor retardation o
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18 hours ago2 min read
Behavioral Neuroscience, an explanation:
“PLEASE CONSULT A NEUROLOGIST, MEDICAL DOCTOR” Behavioral Neuroscience (also called Biological Psychology, Biopsychology, or Psychobiology) is the scientific study of how the brain and nervous system influence behavior, thoughts, and emotions. It asks a core question: How do biological processes produce psychological experience and behavior? What It Studies Behavioral neuroscience examines how structures like the: “PLEASE CONSULT A NEUROLOGIST, MEDICAL DOCTOR” Amygdala, fear,
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19 hours ago1 min read
Psychophysiological, what is it:
Psychophysiological refers to the interaction between psychological processes (thoughts, emotions, perception, stress) and physiological processes (brain activity, heart rate, hormones, immune function, muscle tension). “CONSULT WITH A MEDICAL DOCTOR” It literally means: “How the mind affects the body, and how the body affects the mind.” Core Idea Psychophysiology studies how mental states produce measurable bodily changes. For example: Anxiety: increased heart rate, sweatin
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19 hours ago1 min read
Psychological Autopsy, an explanation:
“Consult with a trained forensic psychologist or psychiatrist“ Psychological Autopsy is a structured, retrospective investigative method used to reconstruct a deceased person’s mental state, intentions, and circumstances prior to death, most commonly in cases of suspected suicide. It is NOT a literal medical autopsy of the body. Instead, it is a forensic psychological evaluation conducted after death. Purpose Psychological autopsies are conducted to: Determine whether a death
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19 hours ago2 min read
Peer Support is very important, why:
Peer support is profoundly important, clinically, neurologically, and socially, because it meets human needs that formal treatment alone cannot fully address. 1. It Regulates the Nervous System (Co-Regulation) "PLEASE CONSULT WITH A NEUROLOGIST/MEDICAL DOCTOR" Humans are biologically wired for connection. Safety is detected through relational cues, tone, facial expression, presence. Peer support provides: Social engagement signals Reduced threat perception Down-regulation
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19 hours ago2 min read
Pseudoneurological, what is it:
"PLEASE CONSULT WITH A NEUROLOGIST/MEDICAL DOCTOR" Pseudoneurological refers to symptoms that appear neurological (like paralysis, blindness, seizures, numbness, speech problems) but are not caused by structural neurological disease. "PLEASE CONSULT WITH A NEUROLOGIST/MEDICAL DOCTOR" In modern clinical language, this term is largely outdated and has been replaced by more precise diagnoses. "PLEASE CONSULT WITH A NEUROLOGIST/MEDICAL DOCTOR" Current Clinical Term: "PLEASE CONSU
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20 hours ago2 min read
Somatization Disorders, what is it:
"CONSULT WITH A MEDICAL DOCTOR" Somatization Disorders refer to psychological conditions in which emotional distress manifests primarily as physical (somatic) symptoms, often without a fully explanatory medical cause, or with symptoms far more intense than expected from medical findings. 1. Somatic Symptom Disorder (SSD) This is could be the main modern diagnosis? Core Features: "CONSULT WITH A MEDICAL DOCTOR" One or more distressing physical symptoms (pain, fatigue, GI issue
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3 days ago2 min read
Severe Developmental Trauma, an explanation:
Severe Developmental Trauma refers to chronic, repeated trauma that occurs during childhood—especially within caregiving relationships—and significantly disrupts psychological, emotional, neurological, and relational development. Developmental Trauma Disorder (DTD), and might overlaps with Complex PTSD (C-PTSD), though the focus is specifically on early-life developmental disruption. What Makes It “Severe”? It usually involves: Chronic abuse (physical, sexual, emotional)
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4 days ago2 min read
Repeated Interpersonal Threat, explained:
Repeated Interpersonal Threat refers to ongoing or recurring exposure to danger, intimidation, harm, or perceived harm coming from another person or group of people. Unlike a single traumatic event, this involves chronic relational stress, often embedded in attachment or social systems. 1. Core Features Repeated interpersonal threat typically involves: Ongoing exposure (not one-time) Unpredictability Power imbalance Relational proximity (family, partner, caregiver, authority,
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4 days ago2 min read
Dissociated Self-States, what are they:
Dissociated self-states are distinct parts of a person’s personality or identity that operate somewhat independently from one another due to psychological dissociation. Rather than experiencing the self as fully integrated, the person experiences separate “modes” of being that may have: Different emotions Different beliefs about self and others Different behavioral patterns Different memories or access to memories Different bodily sensations What Is Dissociation? Dissociation
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4 days ago2 min read
Stimulant Use Disorder Treatment, how:
Stimulant Use Disorder (SUD) refers to problematic use of substances like: Cocaine Methamphetamine Amphetamine (including misuse of prescription stimulants) Treatment is evidence-based, behavioral first, and increasingly integrated with medical and trauma-informed care. Core Treatment Approaches 1. Behavioral Therapies (First-Line) Contingency Management (CM) Could be The strongest evidence-based treatment for stimulant use disorder? Provides tangible rewards for drug-free ur
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4 days ago2 min read
Internal Voices vs Psychotic Voices, what are the differences:
The distinction between internal voices and psychotic voices is clinically important, especially in trauma work, dissociation, and psychosis-spectrum conditions. Below is a structured comparison from a psychological lens. Internal Voices (Non-Psychotic) These are usually understood as forms of inner experience , not hallucinations. They may occur in: Normal inner speech (self-talk) High stress Trauma-related dissociation Parts-based personality structures (e.g., IFS-style par
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5 days ago2 min read
Clinical Dissociative Symptoms, an explanation:
Clinical dissociative symptoms are disruptions in the normal integration of consciousness, memory, identity, emotion, perception, body awareness, or behavior. They go beyond ordinary “spacing out” and are typically distressing, impairing, or trauma-related. I will outline both descriptively and diagnostically. Core Clinical Dissociative Symptoms 1. Depersonalization A sense of detachment from oneself. Feeling like an outside observer of your own thoughts or body “I feel unrea
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6 days ago2 min read
Disassociated Behavior, explained:
Dissociated behavior (more commonly called dissociative behavior ) refers to actions, experiences, or mental states that occur when a person becomes partially disconnected from their thoughts, emotions, body, memory, or sense of identity. Dissociation exists on a spectrum, from normal and mild to severe and clinical. Normal / Mild Dissociation (Common Human Experience) These are everyday examples: “Zoning out” while driving (highway hypnosis) Daydreaming Losing track of time
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6 days ago2 min read
Self-Visualization, what is it:
Self-visualization is the deliberate use of mental imagery to imagine yourself thinking, feeling, or performing in a particular way. It’s widely used in psychology, performance training, and psychotherapy. Guided, intentional self-imagery that influences cognition, emotion, and behavior. 1. What It Is (Psychological Definition) Self-visualization involves: Mentally picturing yourself (first-person or third-person) Engaging sensory details (sight, sound, body sensation) Rehear
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6 days ago2 min read
How Does Psychosomatic Illness develops:
Psychosomatic illness develops when psychological stress or emotional conflict leads to real physical symptoms or worsens an existing medical condition. It’s not “imagined” , the body truly reacts to mental and emotional strain through biological pathways. Here’s how it typically develops step-by-step: 1. Emotional or Psychological Stress A person experiences ongoing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, or unresolved emotional conflict. Examples: grief, work pressure, relatio
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7 days ago1 min read
SMART frameworks, a great explanation:
The SMART framework is a structured method for setting clear, actionable goals. It’s widely used in performance psychology, business, coaching, and clinical work. What SMART Stands For S: Specific The goal is clearly defined and unambiguous. Instead of: “Improve mental health. ”Use: “Practice 10 minutes of diaphragmatic breathing daily.” M: Measurable You can track progress with observable criteria. “How will I know I’m succeeding?” A: Achievable Realistic given current resou
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Feb 231 min read
Self-Visualization, what is it:
Self-visualization is the deliberate use of mental imagery to imagine yourself thinking, feeling, or performing in a particular way. It’s widely used in psychology, performance training, and psychotherapy. Guided, intentional self-imagery that influences cognition, emotion, and behavior. 1. What It Is (Psychological Definition) Self-visualization involves: Mentally picturing yourself (first-person or third-person) Engaging sensory details (sight, sound, body sensation) Rehear
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Feb 232 min read
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