Trypanophobia, or fear of needles, affects an estimated 10% of people. Yet it was only recognized as a specific phobia by the DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual) in the 1994 4th Edition. The disorder is generally referred to simply as “needle phobia” by the general population, but is specific to medical needles. Trypanophobia is a…
Health anxiety (hypochondria) is often a disorder that is overlooked. Heath anxiety is an excessive preoccupation with illness and persistent exaggeration of physical symptoms (e.g aches and pains). People with health anxiety may undergo numerous medical tests and search widely on the internet for answers to their medical complaints. The tendency to catastrophize their symptoms…
In a study of 14,000 U.S. children, 40 percent lack strong emotional bonds—what psychologists call “secure attachment”—with their parents that are crucial to success later in life, according to a new report. The researchers found that these children are more likely to face educational and behavioral problems. This article discusses the importance of a secure…
Technology is becoming increasingly intertwined in both the clinical presentation of mental disorders (e.g mobile addition) and treatment (e.g. on-line therapy). While there are clear benefits to social media there are also some areas for concern as this article in the Medical News (Thursday 6 March 2014) discusses. Facebook has become a global phenomenon and…
Perfectionism and procrastination share a very close bond. The more you want to be perfect, the more you fear falling short of your expectations. Here are some tricks to help! 10 Tricks to Help You Become Super-Productive It happens to everyone. You start the work day knowing full well what you have to finish by…