Bipolar Disorder Essays and Term Papers
315 Essays on Bipolar Disorder. Documents 101 - 125
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Bipolar
Melinda Scott Bipolar affective disorder has been a mystery since the 16th century. History has shown that this disorder can appear in almost anyone. Even the great painter Vincent Van Gogh is believed to have had bipolar disorder. It is clear that in our society many people live with bipolar disorder; however, despite the amount of people suffering from it, we are still waiting for explanations for the causes and cure. The one fact of
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Eating Disorder
Is there a strong connection between the fast food industry and the growing rate of obesity among young children? The answer is yes- fast food consumption is a large contributor to increasing child obesity risks and the effects of long-term health problems in the future. Children are bombarded by fast food advertising on a daily basis which lure them into wanting fast foods in addition to the great taste. The rapid growth of child
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Eating Disorders
Millions of American women struggle with eating disorders. An eating disorder is a disturbance in eating behavior. Most people associate eating disorders with anorexia nervosa, "active self-starvation or sustained loss of appetite that has psychological origins" (Coon 133), or bulimia nervosa, "excessive eating (gorging) usually followed by self-induced vomiting and/ or taking laxatives (Coon 411). They need to purge their bodies of calories in any way possible, so they may also use diuretics or even
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Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder
When Mrs. Fallon first described this project to us, I was a little bit skeptical about it. I kept thinking that I had no problems in my life and that I didn’t need any type of conditioning. But then I thought, I’m definitely not perfect and I knew I was definitely overlooking something. Recently I was diagnosed with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder) and I felt like I was cheated out of so many years
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Eating Disorders
The Media and its Effects on Eating Disorders Growing up in the world today, it is hard to fit in with society. People are always judging others and this can have major negative effects. Some people, mostly women, can turn to eating disorders in order to fit into society. Eating disorders have resulted in deaths around the world. Girls are putting their lives on the line in order to achieve the perfect body type
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Eating Disorders
As field hockey began in late August I thought that she was a lot better, but, as time went on, I found out that she was not any better than when she left school last May. She was really getting worse. Living with someone that has an eating disorder is very hard. My college roommate, also my field hockey teammate suffers from an eating disorder called bulimia. She is now not playing field hockey because
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Eating Disorders Communication
omeone presented last week a presentation on the problems of obesity in America. While obesity is a concern for us as a society, the other side of the spectrum is also rather alarming, the most common eating disorders being anorexia and bulimia. There are many Americans, especially young women, who are afflicted with an eating disorder. This feeling of inadequacy is largely perpetuated by advertising of the so-called "beautiful" look that people should strive for.
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Male Eating Disorder
Why does the public believe only women are victims of body image and eating disorders? Males are dangerously preoccupied with the appearance of their bodies just as women. Society has taught men that they should not be concerned about how they look. But countless numbers of men are sacrificing important aspects of their lives to working out compulsively. This leads to distorted body images, which ties together with eating disorders such as anorexia and bulimia.
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Media Influence on Eating Disorders
With eating disorders on the rise today, the media plays an important role in affecting self-esteem, leading a large amount of young adults to develop eating disorders. Many adolescents see the overbearing thin celebrities and try to reach media’s level of thinness and ideal body weight. “Sixty-nine of the girls reported that magazine pictures influenced their idea of the perfect body shape” (Field). Not only is being thin associated with other positive characteristics such as,
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What Is Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder?
What is Obsessive-compulsive disorder? Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is one of the anxiety disorders and is potentially disabling condition according to national institute of mental health, NIMH (2000). Individuals with OCD become trapped in a pattern of repetitive thoughts and behaviors that can be senseless and distressing but are extremely hard to over come. Such as checking things repeatedly (e.g. doors, locks and stoves), constant counting either "in ones head" or outwardly, etc. Most of theses
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Eating Disorders
The modeling industry has taken a toll on young girls across the world today. Models, magazines, television even the radio advertise “thin is in.” Because of this girls feel pressured that they need to look a certain way in order to look good. People need to start realizing that you can be curvy and still look excellent. Society needs to urge the fashion industry and media to stop portraying the “perfect” skinny, toothpick image because
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Binge Eating Disorder
Introduction Through time, the definition of the word ‘binge’ has evolved to mean different things altogether. In the 70s, people binge when they go on a “drunken spree.” (The American Heritage Dictionary) Today, people binge when they overindulge, not in alcoholic beverages, but in food. Many like to use this word trivially, to describe an episode of slight overeating. There are some, however, who cannot afford to see binging as an insignificant rise in food
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has steadily become more prevalent in our society. Not only is it seen amoung children, but it is seen in adolescence and adults as well. It is described by the American Psychological Association as “a persistent pattern or inattention and/or hyperactivity-impulsivity that is more frequently displayed and more severe than typically observed in individuals at a comparable level of development.”(APA, 2000, pg. 85) ADHD is
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Attention Deficit - Hyperactive Disorder in Children
October 19, 2004 Attention Deficit/Hyperactive Disorder in children Sam was your average 4-year-old boy. He had many friends and was well liked by everyone. All in all he seemed be well adjusted. However, when he started kindergarten, his teacher started sending notes home to his mother telling her that Sam was causing trouble and not following the rules. His mother was concerned, and would constantly try to get him to behave. But no matter how
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Antisocial Behavioral Disorder
Anti-Social Personality Disorder (OPENING) The sociopath is a combination of other mental illnesses that are incurred in childhood as a result of heredity, trauma, and the lack of emotional development. The child that will eventually be a sociopath exhibits certain feelings inside that they are inadequate, shamed and because of that they are teased and made fun of. The child characteristics of a future sociopath usually consist of being incapable of following the rules. The
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The Dangers of Medicating Children for Behavioral Disorders
The Dangers Of Medicating Children With Behavioral Disorders Developmental and behavioral issues in children are being reported in epidemic numbers and those numbers are growing. One in six children are diagnosed with a developmental or behavioral disorder. Parents are left with difficult decisions to make. Should they seek psychiatric help for their child? Should they allow their children to be placed on medication for the disorder? The disturbing part is that most parents are not
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Bi Polar Disorder (psychological Disorders - Manic Depression)
The severe mood fluctuations of bipolar or manic-depressive disorders have been around since the 16-century and affect little more than 2% of the population in both sexes, all races, and all parts of the world (Harmon 3). Researchers think that the cause is genetic, but it is still unknown. The one fact of which we are painfully aware of is that bipolar disorder severely undermines its’ victims ability to obtain and maintain social and occupational
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Eating Disorders
NORTHERN CHRISTIAN COLLEGE THE INSTITUTION FOR BETTER LIFE LAOAG CITY A REQUIREMENT IN ENGLISH II EATING DISORDER Submitted to : Ms. Cecilia M. Saladino Submitted by: Henedine M. Boudreau Arlene Alonzo TABLE OF CONTENT I • INTRODUCTION 1.1)What is an eating disorder? 2 • Types of eating disorders 2.1) Anorexia 2.2) Bulimia 2.3) Bingeing 2.4) hyperphagia 2.5) Binge eating disorder 2.6) Rumination 2.7) night eating syndrome 2.8) Diabulemia 2.9) Pica 2.10) Eating disorder not otherwise
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder known as ADHD, it is a disorder that is found in children and can continue into adulthood. The child has the symptoms of inattention and a combination of hyperactive impulsive behavior. Some children don't develop these symptoms till late childhood or early adolescence. This disorder occurs more with boys than girls. They say it possible that boys have more of a chance genetically in getting this disorder. There are a large
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Fatal Attraction: Borderline Personality Disorder
Fatal Attraction A person with a borderline personality disorder often experiences a recurring pattern of disorganization and instability in self-image, mood, behavior and personal relationships. A person with this disorder can often appear warm, friendly and competent. However, something may quickly and easily set them off, and the instability shines bright. Just like with Alex in Fatal Attraction. In the start of the film, Alex was outgoing, charming, fun, sexy and adventurous. The weekend spent
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Eating Disorder
Eating disorders are conditions that involve an unhealthy degree of concern about body weight and shape and that may lead to efforts to control weight by unhealthy means, examples: of eating disorders are starving , overeating and forcing the stomach to vomit the food that was eaten . Your body image is how you see yourself, mood , actions and experiences. People may not feel good about their body image and there where eating
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Learning Disorder Chart
Learning Disorder: Learning disabilities affect the ability to understand or use spoken or written language, do mathematical calculations, and coordinate movements or direct attention. These disorders are a processing deficit. Without being able to see and hear properly the information is not received and processed correctly by the brain. TYPE DEFINITION CAUSES TEACHING STRATEGIES Dyslexia Dyslexia is a neurological learning disability. It is characterized by difficulties with word recognition and by poor spelling and decoding
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Eating Disorders
“Eating Disorders are health problems characterized by extremely harmful eating patterns,” according to Nutrition and Fitness encyclopedia. Eating disorders are very common among American women. Between five and ten million people have eating disorders in America. One to four percent of all young women will develop some sort of eating disorder. The two most common types are anorexia (a.k.a. anorexia nervosa) and bulimia (a.k.a. bulimia nervosa). They are two different types with different symptoms
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Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Narcissistic Personality Disorder Willa Cather's title "Paul's Case" (1905) invites us to ponder the question, "What exactly is Paul's Case?" Cather immediately informs us that Paul's case is mysterious. His own father is "perplexed" about his son's behavior, and the school faculty, who meet with Paul to discuss his recent suspension, speak of Paul with such "rancor" and "aggrieved ness" that it is obvious that Paul's is "not a usual case" (Cather, 1991, p.
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is an anxiety disorder or a medical brain disorder that forces a person into a series of repetitive thoughts and actions (Gard 18). This disorder is broken into two parts: obsessions and compulsions. An obsession is persistent thoughts and/or feelings. The anxiety produced by these thoughts leads to an urgent need to perform certain rituals or routines. These routines are also known as compulsions. The compulsive rituals are performed in
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