Daily Archives: September 6, 2010

Defense mechanisms

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Defense mechanisms are a key component of behaviors that are perceived to be maladaptive.  Rationalization, repression, displacement, regression, projection, identification, reaction formation, and sublimation are among the most prevalent defense mechanisms.  This article will attempt to briefly highlight and underscore … Continue reading →

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Comparing and Contrasting Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID, Multiple Personality Disorder) with Conversion Disorder (CD)

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Dissociative Identity Disorder and Conversion Disorder are similar in that they both stem from stressful events.  In Dissociative Identity Disorder a personality is formed when extreme child abuse or sexual abuse is experienced.  With Conversion Disorder it is a more … Continue reading →

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Substance Abuse: Diagnosis, Comorbidity, and Psychopathology

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Because substance abuse disorders (SUDs) are among the most common psychiatric conditions in the United States, approaching 9% prevalence of individuals aged 12 or older, I anticipate that it would be extremely difficult to function as a Licensed Mental Health … Continue reading →

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