Category Archives: Abnormal Psychology

Articles on Abnormal Psychology – the scientific study of aberrant patterns of thought, emotion and behavior.

Can Sunburns Affect Your Mental Health?

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When you meet someone for the first time, one of first things he or she notices about you is your skin. Your skin plays a key role in the first impression other individuals have of you. Today, it is very clear that human society values the appearance of your skin. According to Fortune Business, the skin care industry topped 133 billion dollars in 2018 and is expected to reach a 200 billion dollar valuation by 2026.
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4 Ways To Reduce Stress In The Workplace

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Many people would agree that prolonged exposure to a bad work environment can hinder your work performance and damage your long term mental health. Of course, the types of stressors a worker may face will depend on the type of job he has and the field he works in. Some jobs—such as deep sea fishing and logging—are inherently dangerous, but the typical worker is most often stressed out by the people he works with. In this article, we will discuss a four key steps an employer can take to promote a stress free working environment and boost productivity. Continue reading

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How Cosmetic Treatments May Impact Your Emotional And Mental Health

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Cosmetic treatments aim to clean, improve or change the color of your hair, skin, teeth or nails. So it is not uncommon for people to seek out cosmetic treatments to improve their appearance. There are various reasons why people may choose to do this, ranging from wanting to look more attractive to others to simply wanting to feel better about themselves. Here are 4 ways getting a cosmetic treatment may positively impact your emotional and mental health. Continue reading

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How and Where to Recover From Addiction

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Overcoming drug or alcohol addiction is not easy. One of the main concerns during the journey to recovery is the possibility of relapse. Choosing the right drug and alcohol rehab center is a crucial first step in regaining long term health. This is because a suitable rehab center will provide the compassionate healthcare staff, individually tailored treatment programs, effective medication, and relaxed environment needed to recover and regain control of your life. Continue reading

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How Can Meditation Music Help You Sleep?

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Sleep is an integral component of good physical and mental health. Sleep gives your organs and muscles the time they need to relax and repair damaged cells. However, due to unhealthy lifestyle habits and increasing stress at work or school, most people don’t get the sleep they need. The sleep experts at Sweet Island Dreams believe that many common sleep issues today can be resolved by making simple lifestyle changes. Listening to music is one effective suggestion. Continue reading

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Tips on Getting Compensation If You Develop Anxiety After A Car Accident

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It is not uncommon for people to develop anxiety or other mental health issues after a car accident. In fact, many car crash survivors have reported that they were in shock immediately after the event. In serious or fatal accidents, survivors may experience flashbacks, nightmares, or intrusive thoughts years after the event. Surveys indicate that long term mental health issues are more common among car crash survivors who did not seek professional mental health care after the accident. Continue reading

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