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AA-ECE,BA-Psy-M.A.-Psy
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My Expert Service
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Don't become a victim of yourself.
Forget about the thief waiting in the alley;
what about the thief in your mind? -- Jim Rohn
Something to think about...
My Education:
AA in ECE
BA in PSY/ Italian lang
M.S. In Clinical PSY
My mission, is to reach and help as many people as possible.
If you are feeling this way I can help you get through this.
Signs of Depression:Symptoms
Not all persons who are depressed will experience every symptom. Severity of symptoms varies with individuals and also varies over time. The following are some of the symptoms of depression:
persistent sad, anxious, or "empty" mood;
feelings of hopelessness and pessimism;
feelings of guilt, worthlessness, and helplessness;
loss of interest or pleasure in hobbies and activities that were once enjoyed, including sex;
decreased energy and fatigue;
nervousness or sluggishness;
difficulty concentrating, remembering, and making decisions;
insomnia, early-morning awakening, or oversleeping;
appetite and/or weight loss, or overeating and weight gain;
thoughts of death or suicide;
suicide attempts;
restlessness and irritability; and
persistent physical symptoms that do not respond to treatment, such as headaches, digestive disorders, and chronic pain.
I'm commpassionate, patient. The joy,I get from helping people is a blessing. Please let me help you get through the challenegs in you're life. Once you learn how to get a handle on them the sooner you will feel happy again. Ready, to get on to live your life. Don't let life get you down. There is help, and people who really care.
Inner peace can be achived...reach out....and hold someones hand who knows and can help.
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The character of a person is shown through his or her personality -- by the way an individual thinks, feels, and behaves. When the behavior is inflexible, maladaptive, and antisocial, then that individual is diagnosed with a personality disorder.
Personality disorders are not illnesses in a strict sense as they do not disrupt emotional, intellectual, or perceptual functioning. However, those with personality disorders suffer a life that is not positive, proactive, or fulfilling. Not surprisingly, personality disorders are also associated with failures to reach potential.
In order to treat Personality Disorders, the individuals must want to change the pattern of personality. These individuals must want to gain better insight into themselves and their behaviors in order to change how they think about themselves and their relationships. Medications and therapy can help if the individuals decide to be in control of their lives and healing.
Three proven techniques for treatment are:
Behavior Therapy/Behavior Modification
Cognitive Therapy
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Dialectical-Behavior Therapy
Behavior Therapy/Behavior Modification
This treatment focuses on changing unwanted behavior through rewards and reinforcements. This treatment also relies on involvement from informal supports, such as family and close friends, to reinforce the desired behavior.
Cognitive Therapy
This treatment assists individuals in identifying distorted thinking patterns that lead to negative feelings and possibly troublesome and self-defeating behaviors. This treatment will assist individuals in incorporating more positive and empowering thinking.
Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (CBT>
This treatment is a combination of cognitive and behavioral therapies and helps individuals identify and change their negative thought patterns and beliefs in order to modify their self-harming behaviors.
It is important for individuals with Personality Disorders to have strong support systems, either through family, close friends, therapy or self-help groups. Support groups can help educate not only the individuals but also their family and friends regarding the nature of the disorder and teach them skills to cope with stressors in a healthier way.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
DBT is a specific form of cognitive behavioral therapy that blends traditional CBT with aspects of Eastern philosophies. The treatment was originally designed for individuals with borderline personality disorder, as well as others with suicidal and self-injurious behaviors. It has since been applied to a variety of disorders including depression and substance abuse. One of the main components of DBT is the teaching of important life skills including mindfulness, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness and distress tolerance. Overall, DBT helps people who tend to think and act in extremes, approach their lives in a more balanced way.
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