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Co-Occurring Disorders, 2007.
This paper discusses the coexistence of substance abuse and chronic mental illness within the same patient.
16,600 words (approx. 66.4 pages), 85 sources, MLA, £ 172.95
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The purpose of this study is to assess the prevalence and types of psychoactive substance use disorders plus other non psychotic mental disorders among a population of homeless persons participating in a behavioral day treatment and contingency management drug treatment program. This study also examines the differences in severity of functioning by diagnostic status on admission to treatment and the effect of diagnostic status on treatment outcome. In this article, the writer examines whether there are effective ways to treat co occurring / existing disorders simultaneously instead of using a multitude of techniques. In addition, the writer determines the amount of supporting documentation on effective treatment methods, as well as possible data on other effective methods and methods that may have been proven ineffective or untimely. This study also serves as current research on what characteristics have been determined to create co-occurring / existing disorders.
Table of Contents:
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Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Purpose of the Study
Importance of the Study
Scope of the Study
Rationale of the Study
Definition of Terms
Overview of the Study
Review of Related Literature
Methodology
Approach
Data Gathering Methods
Database of Study
Validity of Data
Originality and Limitation of Data
Summary
Appendix
Reference List
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"Although there are treatments for a multitude of disorders that exists there is very little known about methods that treat these disorders simultaneously. Therefore, there is a need to determine if there are co current methods are they effective, how much is known about them, and if there are not currently any methods, are there ways to develop methods that will work on a combination of disorders simultaneously. Co occurring/existing disorders exists, treating these disorders has occurred through numerous channels, this often may cause some distress on the part of the patient; it is also possible that methods may contradict each other in certain aspects. One of the most significant problems is the lack of research on methods to treat co occurring/existing disorders. There is also a lack of information on why co occurring/existing disorders occur, as well as what possible indicators are there that may help clinicians predetermine when co occurring/existing disorders will occur."
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Anxiety Disorders and Bipolar Disorder, 2002.
This paper analyzes and examines anxiety disorders and bipolar disorder, including treatments available and recommendations for improving the awareness of these disorders.
1,852 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 14 sources, MLA, £ 41.95
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Anxiety disorders and bipolar disorder are two of the most devastating psychological illnesses. Providing a concise and detailed overview of the various types of anxiety disorders and the different stages of bipolar disorder, as well as a discussion of treatment options, the author argues that while improvements have been made to the treatment and understanding of these illnesses, further improvements are necessary, including the integration of drug therapy and psychotherapy.
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"Despite the increasing awareness, education, knowledge, treatment, and understanding of psychological disorders, there is still no clear-cut, quick fix, and uniform method available to diagnose and/or eliminate (or at least reduce) mental illnesses and psychological disorders. Anxiety disorders and bipolar disorder are two of the most common mental illnesses that prevent an individual from functioning normally. While most individuals may arguably prefer to remain ignorant of the existence of anxiety disorders and/or bipolar disorder, the fact is that more than 23 million individuals suffer from anxiety disorders (Harvard, 1) while more than 3 million individuals suffer from bipolar disorder (Hollandsworth)."
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Personality Disorders, 2007.
This paper discusses treatment methods for co-occurring or co-existing disorders.
16,600 words (approx. 66.4 pages), 84 sources, MLA, £ 172.95
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In this article, the writer examines if there are effective ways to treat co-occurring / co-existing disorders simultaneously instead of using a multitude of techniques. Another aspect of this study is to determine the amount of supporting documentation on effective treatment methods, as well as possible data on other effective methods and methods that may have been proven ineffective or untimely. This study also serves as current research on what characteristics have been determined to create co-occurring / co-existing disorders. The writer points out that people with alcohol use disorders often have co-occurring psychiatric disorders, but they frequently do not receive specialized substance abuse treatment that addresses both conditions. The writer also notes that although pharmacological and psychosocial treatments for alcohol use disorders and psychiatric disorders can be integrated to help these patients, relatively few clinical studies have tested these types of treatments. The writer concludes that as mental health and substance abuse facilities expand their services for patients with dual disorders, further research is needed to guide the treatment of this patient population.
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Introduction
Statement of the problem
Purpose of the study
Importance of the study
Scope of the study
Rationale of the study
Definition of Terms
Overview of the study
Review of Related Literature
Methodology
Data Gathering Methods
Database of Study
Validity of Data
Originality and Limitation of Data
Summary
Appendix A
Reference List
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"Over the past few decades, there has been research that describes different disorders and treatments. However, a situation, which exists, is that of co-occurring disorders also called coexisting disorders. An important aspect of co-occurring/existing disorders is what treatment methods exists and are they effective, as well as if there are methods of providing these treatments in a combined manner through one method, instead of having patients using multiple treatment methods. When a mental health professional searches for effective ways to treat a patient it is imperative that those chosen methods be effective and in a timely fashion. Another important aspect is what causes these co occurring/existing disorders to occur in the first place. If information can be found that gives a conclusive reason for why co occurring/ existing disorders happen, then researchers may be able to create methods that will be able to stop co occurring/existing disorders for happening or at least decrease the likelihood of them occurring so prevalently."
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Conduct Disorder and Antisocial Disorder, 2004.
An overview of conduct disorder and antisocial disorder.
5,625 words (approx. 22.5 pages), 21 sources, APA, £ 138.95
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This paper presents a general overview and discussion of the psychological disorders known as Conduct Disorder and Antisocial Disorder. The paper presents definitions of both disorders and discusses several aspects associated with these disorders including diagnosis, prevalence, general etiology, risk factors, genetic and biological causes, symptoms of each disorder and need for interventions.
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"This research paper presents conduct disorder and antisocial disorder. Related to conduct disorder the following are discussed: definition, diagnosis, prevalence, general etiology and risk factors, genetic and biological causes and risk factors, disorder onset as a risk factor, familial and racial risk factors, childhood risk behaviors, developmental progression, course and consequences and assessment, treatment and forensic issues. Related to antisocial disorder the following are discussed: definition, diagnosis, prevalence, general etiology and risk factors, genetic and biological causes and risk factors..."
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Anxiety Disorder and Panic Disorder: The Light at the End of the Tunnel, 2002.
This paper discusses research on anxiety and panic disorders combining personal experience and statistics, causes, descriptions, and treatments of the disorders.
2,270 words (approx. 9.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 48.95
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The author begins the paper with an account of a panic attack he suffered. He then goes into the definition of panic disorder and the similar disorder anxiety disorder. He lists the symptoms, treatment, and general statistics of the two disorders. Paper includes pie graph with explanation of the statistics.
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"According to the National Institute of Mental Health, Panic Disorder is characterized by unexpected and repeated episodes of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms that may include chest pain, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness or abdominal distress (Facts). The first panic attack is usually the worst, especially if it is accompanied by severe physical symptoms. It is very similar to a heart attack, and since a person's mind goes into complete induced chaos and fear during such an attack people tend to think the worst, that the end is coming. Panic Disorder is a kind of severe anxiety disorder."
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Eating Disorders and Impulse Control Disorders, 2006.
A discussion regarding anorexia nervosa and bulimia, and the effect they have on the mind and body.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 1 source, £ 42.95
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This paper discusses how anorexia and bulimia are eating disorders that affect millions of females, especially those who have just experienced puberty. Using celebrity idols as models for what they believe to be an acceptable physical appearance these females begin to desire to loose weight. The paper further discusses how the issue begins to become serious when the females cannot seem to stop dieting. As the dieting continues the individuals are consumed with the thought of gaining weight and of ideas relating to their physical appearance. The paper goes on to discuss how often the individual will purge food, or diet severely in order to continue to lose weight. The individual with anorexia also will contend that her shape is much larger than it is in reality, and females past the age of puberty will cease to have at least three menstrual cycles. In bulimia the individual will not be as aware of body shape as she is of body weight.
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Psychiatric Disorders, 2002.
A look at the integrated model of treatment for co-occurring psychiatric and substance use disorders.
4,150 words (approx. 16.6 pages), 15 sources, £ 105.95
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This paper discusses the integrated model of treatment for co-occurring psychiatric and substance abuse disorders. Research strongly indicates that "changes in substance disorder have significant effects on symptoms, functioning, and quality of life" (Cuffel, 1996, p. 101). Co-occurring substance use disorders and psychiatric disorders can be assessed and managed effectively only through the integrated treatment model.
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Eating Disorders, 2004.
This paper addresses the types of eating disorders and statistics regarding these disorders. It also talks about the types of treatments and cultural differences.
1,720 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 8 sources, APA, £ 38.95
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This paper explains how eating disorders are mental disorders presented as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating, and Eating Disorder Not Otherwise Specified, or EDNOS. The need for action is called upon and statistically proven. This paper argues that communication, therapy, feeding intervention, and support groups are needed to fight this phenomenon. It explains that, in all cultures and races, intervention is the key to improvement and prevention and therefore, includes the family, students, teachers, administrators, and community organizations. It shows how a comprehensive school health plan must be created and implemented to prevent the increase of eating disorders. The promotion of acceptance of all people must be infused in daily curriculum. These character traits must be modeled by the teachers and administrators in order to make a maximum impact.
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"The term eating disorders usually includes anorexia nervosa, bulimia, nervosa, binge eating disorder, and EDNOS (eating disorders not otherwise specified). Although eating disorders deal with food, they are considered a psychological disorder. Siegel, Brisman, and Weindhel (1998) state that" many aspects of eating disorders are not apparent to an outside observer." Healthy People places eating disorders under the category of mental health and disorders. According to Healthy People, "mental disorders are health conditions that are characterized by alterations in thinking, mood, or behavior (or some combination thereof), which are associated with distress and/or impaired functioning" (www.health.gov). These disorders can lead to many health problems including tooth decay, ulcers, loss of menstruation, and death. In addition to the obvious dangers, eating disorders affect people of all "racial and ethnic groups, both genders, and all educational and socioeconomic groups" in the United States (www.health.gov). As educators it is our job to protect the health and future of the children, especially since eating disorders can lead to school failure and lower academic performance. Eating disorders affect children at a young age and "often persist into adulthood and have among the highest death rates of any mental disorder" (www.health.gov). A study done by the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders (1996) shows that eighty-six percent of Americans report onset of an eating disorder before the age of twenty. Clearly this is within the educators range of responsibility. Eating disorders are a silent epidemic that needs to be stopped."
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Tenuous Connections: Anxiety Disorders and Substance Abuse, 2008.
An examination of the relationship between anxiety disorders & substance abuse and whether substance abuse can be viewed as a product of anxiety disorders.
1,974 words (approx. 7.9 pages), 7 sources, APA, £ 43.95
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The paper questions whether there is any evidence that increased levels of anxiety result in a higher incidence of substance abuse. People who are very anxious may consume larger quantities of alcohol, smoke more heavily or resort to drugs as a way of self medication in treating an anxiety disorder. The paper relates that the higher the levels of self-reported anxiety,the more difficult it is to complete a treatment program, with the possibility that the person will return to the disorder of abuse on completing the program. The paper continues and discusses subtle affinities of anxiety disorders with that of substance abuse, by indicating that there are minor differences between the amount of abuse by alcoholics who have anxiety disorders, and those that do not. This indicates that anxiety disorders are an independent factor in the study of substance abuse.
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"However, trait anxiety levels were positively correlated with negative substance abuse consequences, i.e., relapses even after treatment. Trait anxiety levels were also negatively correlated with the number of days an individual spent in treatment. In other words, the more anxiety problems that an individual experienced, the more likely it was that they would be substance abusers and the longer it would take for that individual to successfully complete the treatment program. Additionally, both state and trait anxiety levels were positively correlated with the level of addiction that the individual expressed, as measured and documented by the researchers (O'Leary et al., 2000). The implication of this finding is obvious: the higher the level of anxiety that an individual experience--in other words, the greater the possibility of an anxiety disorder--the more likely it would be for that individual to have a greater substance abuse problem."
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Causes of Eating Disorders, 2007.
This paper explores the relationship between the mass media and eating disorders.
1,824 words (approx. 7.3 pages), 8 sources, MLA, £ 40.95
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This paper examines the direct and indirect causes of eating disorders, with particular emphasis on the relationship between the mass media and eating disorders. The researcher hypothesizes that the mass media has a direct effect on eating disorders, contributing to more frequent and severe eating disorders among all age groups, populations' subtypes and genders. The paper explores the issue and concludes that people are increasingly internalizing images presented in the media. The paper contends that the media should be held directly accountable for increases in eating disordered behavior among all populations.
Outline:
Overview Eating Disorders
Psychopathology of Eating Disorders
Media's Influence on Eating Disorders
Social Agents Responsible for Eating Disorders
Summary of Research on Eating Disorders
Conclusions/Recommendations
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"Eating disorders generally refer to a range of disordered patterns associated with eating. Eating disorders generally encompass a wide range of activities and diseases including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa and obesity (Levine, Smolak & Striegel-Moore, 1996). Theorists and psychologists have long researched the subject of eating disorders in an attempt to discern the direct and indirect causes of eating disorders among all populations, including children, adolescents, teens and adults."
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Eating Disorders, 2006.
A discussion on eating disorders in both males and females.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 9 sources, MLA, £ 39.95
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The paper begins with a brief definition of eating disorders. It continues to discuss different types of eating disorders and their causes. The paper also expands on treatment and prevention methods for both those suffering from an eating disorder and their families. In conclusion, the author offers an insight into society's role in preventing the escalation of eating disorders amongst males and females alike.
Introduction
Eating Disorder
Causes for Eating Disorders
Types of Eating Disorders
Treatment for Eating Disorders
Preventing Eating Disorders
Conclusion
References
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"Anorexia Nervosa is distinguished by a considerable weight loss ensuing from extreme dieting. Anorexics think themselves to be fat, no matter what their original weight is. In their efforts to become even thinner, the anorexic will stay away from food and taking in calories at all costs, which can end in death. Approximately 10 to 20% are expected to die from Anorexia. Anorexics struggle for excellence and they set very high standards for themselves and feel they must show their capability. A person with anorexia may think that the only control they have in their lives is in relation to food and weight. If they do not control their surroundings they cannot control their weight. They feel great and in power when they can make themselves drop weight. Usually Anorexics have low self-respect and sometimes feel they are not worthy of having their diet."
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Eating Disorders among Asian-Americans, 2006.
A study on eating disorders among Asian-Americans that looks at why the number of Asian-Americans suffering from such disorders is on the rise.
2,440 words (approx. 9.8 pages), 16 sources, APA, £ 51.95
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This study attempts to explore and delineate the problem of eating disorders among Asian-Americans. The study presents an overview of the issue and explains its finding that there does indeed exist a serious problem with regards to eating disorders among Asian-Americans, particularly among women. The paper further explains that the syndrome is exacerbated by the complexity of acculturation in American society and then discusses these and other aspects affecting eating disorders in this segment of the population. One of the central findings of the study is that there has been relatively little research of quality conducted on this subject.
Introduction
Outline of the Problem
Overview of the Major Eating Disorders
Causes
Conclusion
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"There is a common myth that eating disorders are usually found among white females and males and not among the Asian population. In general "Many assume that certain "blanket factors" protect minority communities from the disease, such as a general appreciation for larger body sizes, less emphasis on physical attractiveness, and a stable family and social structure." (Park E, 200) However, research and studies show that the Asian-American population is deeply affected by factors that prompt eating disorders. This, as many researchers attest, can be seen in the increasing number of Asian-Americans seeking treatment for eating disorders at mental health clinics. (ibid) "
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"Anxiety Disorders and Phobias", 2004.
An overview of anxiety disorders and phobias through a review of the book, "Anxiety Disorders and Phobias" by A.T. Beck.
1,378 words (approx. 5.5 pages), 2 sources, MLA, £ 32.95
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This paper examines how anxiety disorders and phobias are some of the most common emotional disorders that people can have and how their commonality, however, does not make them any more pleasant or easy to deal with for those who are suffering from them. It looks at how anxiety disorders can take many different forms, which further complicates the matter, and how there are about as many phobias as there are things to have phobias about. It discusses how A.T. Beck has written an interesting and informative book on anxiety and phobias, taking the cognitive approach to their treatment. This paper examines Beck's book and the issue of anxiety disorders and phobias in general.
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"As can be seen, general anxiety disorder is not a pleasant thing. It leaves the sufferer unable to stop worrying for a significant amount of time. Worse, those worries and the physical symptoms associated with them begin to interfere in the person's daily life. Often tranquilizers or other psychotropic drugs are needed to combat this disorder and to bring the person back into a normal frame of mind. Cognitive therapy is very helpful in this area, as well. The cognitive therapist will ask the person a series of probing, Socratic questions, trying to determine the underlying cause of the worrying and the symptoms associated with it. This method of treatment is often very effective, and drugs, if they are needed, can usually be discontinued after successful treatment by a cognitive therapist."
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Eating Disorders, 2008.
An overview of the causes, symptoms and treatment of eating disorders.
1,399 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 8 sources, MLA, £ 32.95
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This paper discusses how an important issue affecting many young women in Western society is eating disorders, such as anorexia nervosa (AN) and bulimia nervosa (BN). It examines how with accurate diagnosis and treatment, the hope for recovery is great. It also contends that the societal issues that drive young women into such disorders need to be addressed before a complete eradication of such a disorder can be had.
Outline:
Introduction
Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa
Risk Factors for Eating Disorders
Anorexia and Bulimia: Symptoms and Diagnosis
The Causes of Eating Disorders
Health Complications of Eating Disorders
Eating Disorders and Relevant Treatments
Conclusion
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"CBT is often used to treat eating disorders because cognition and affect is related to the behavioral manifestations of the eating disorder. CBT works by attempting to modify the "negative automatic thoughts and dysfunctional assumptions relating to food, weight and shape, and the breaking of behavioural and physiological chains that maintain the unhealthy eating behaviours and cognitions" (238). CBT does not appear to be as effective for AN patients as it is for BN patients. Nonetheless, research has indicated that certain aspects of anorexia do react well to such treatment, such as "body image disturbance...to exposure and cognitive challenge" (citing e.g. Norris 1984; 238)."
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