Psychology

Increased Desire to Have Kids Linked to Better Family Health & Relationship Quality in Women (2024 Study)

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This study examined how family health, perceived relationship quality, and attitudes toward childbearing are interconnected in Iranian women using the WHO model, finding that better family health and relationship quality positively influence childbearing attitudes. Highlights: Significant Positive Impact of Family Health: Family health had the most significant and positive direct effect on attitudes toward childbearing …

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Psychological Trauma & Adversity May Accelerate Biological Aging (2024 Analysis)

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Adversity accelerates biological aging through health-compromising behaviors like smoking and possibly social disconnection, and future research needs to focus on causal methodologies to better understand these processes and develop effective interventions. Highlights: Mechanisms of Accelerated Aging: Recent studies suggest that adversity accelerates biological aging, with health-compromising behaviors, especially smoking, playing a significant role in this …

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Pathological Altruism: The Dangers of Excessive Self-Sacrifice (2024)

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Some patients exhibit extreme altruism to the point of self-harm, posing unique challenges for therapists in balancing support and intervention. Highlights: Altruism & Self-Harm: Therapists often encounter patients who display extreme altruism, sometimes to the point of self-harm, posing unique clinical challenges. Positive Psychology: Emphasizes the importance of focusing on patients’ strengths and sources of …

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LSD Linked to Lower Psychological Resilience & Increased Distress After Job Loss (2024 Study)

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TLDR: LSD does not provide psychological resilience during stressful experiences such as job loss – and may increase psychological distress. Highlights: The study analyzed data from 5,067,553 unemployed individuals seeking jobs. LSD users who had used the drug more than a year before job loss were the focus to ensure accurate results. LSD use prior …

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Severe COVID Anxiety in UK Adults Treated with CBT-HA (2024 Study)

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TLDR: A study in the UK found that severe COVID anxiety tends to decrease over 6 months from onset, both organically and with the help of CBT for Health Anxiety (CBT-HA), though many individuals still experience significant anxiety and poor social functioning, with health anxiety being a key factor that can be effectively targeted with …

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Case Report: Online Romance Fraud & Erotomania in 70-Year-Old Female (2024)

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TLDR: A case study reveals a 70-year-old woman developed erotomanic delusions and attempted suicide following online romance fraud. Highlights: 70-year-old woman with persistent depressive disorder. Victim of online romance fraud involving a renowned musician’s image. Developed erotomanic delusions and attempted suicide. Treatment included antidepressants, low-dose risperidone, and therapy. Significant symptom remission after four weeks of …

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Veterinarians & Animal Euthanasia: Mental Health Effects & Attitudes Toward Assisted Dying in Humans (2024 NORVET Study)

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TLDR: A study found that veterinarians frequently euthanizing animals have higher rates of serious suicidal thoughts and are more likely to support euthanasia for humans. Working with companion animals is associated with positive attitudes towards human euthanasia. Highlights: Data from over 2,500 veterinarians in Norway. 55% of veterinarians support euthanasia for humans with terminal illness. …

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Personality Disorders Increase Risk of Suicide (2023 Evidence)

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Those with personality disorders face an elevated risk of suicidal thoughts, attempts, and deaths. Factors like childhood trauma and substance use issues may partially explain this vulnerability. While treatments like dialectical behavior therapy show promise for prevention, more research is still needed. Key Facts: 17 of 24 studies found personality disorders tied significantly to suicidal …

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Pregnancy Denial: What Are the Causes of this Phenomenon?

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Pregnancy denial, also known as cryptic pregnancy, refers to a lack of awareness of being pregnant, often until late in the pregnancy or even childbirth. It is a more common phenomenon than generally realized, occurring in an estimated 1 in 500 pregnancies. Women affected are usually mentally and physically healthy. The underlying causes are complex …

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Multitasking in Emergency Medicine: Frequent Task Switching by Doctors Increases Errors

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Emergency medicine doctors work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment filled with interruptions and competing demands on their attention. Research suggests that despite perceptions, true multitasking is limited in how it can be applied in this setting. The ability to efficiently switch between tasks is a critical skill for emergency physicians. Key Facts: Emergency doctors experience …

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