Tag Archives: suicide

Applied vs. Basic Research

Posted on January 18, 2011 by

The primary purpose of the study in question is to “compare adolescent and adult Deliberate Self-Harm (DSH) patients regarding factors contributing to the suicidal act.”  There were several dimensions addressed, including intentions, antecedents, depression, hopelessness, self-esteem, and other contributing factors.  … Continue reading →

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Comparing Parnaoid Schizophrenia and Delusional Disorder

Posted on November 29, 2010 by

In comparing delusional disorder and paranoid schizophrenia I noticed that paranoid schizophrenia is actually a step or two further than delusional disorder, even though these two disorders are not related. The delusions in delusional disorder are not out of the … Continue reading →

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Eating Disorders = BIG BUSINESS

Posted on September 21, 2010 by

“Weight discrimination and the resulting obsession with thinness are rampant and recalcitrant.  I believe that, in order to make any kind of a dent in this field, we all need to combat these pernicious influences.”  (Netherton, Holmes, & Walker, 1999, … Continue reading →

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