Psychology

Look Again: When OCD Could Be Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)

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As part of this series of articles on Counselling and Psychotherapy one challenge for therapists that requires careful attention is differentiating between two related but distinct disorders— the Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and the Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD). Many clients may present with concerns that resemble OCD: intrusive thoughts, repetitive behaviours, excessive checking, reassurance-seeking, and …

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“You feel more in control when you are doing something you want to do”

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When we are doing something we want to do, we are more likely to be motivated, engaged, and focused. This can lead to a feeling of greater control over our own actions and outcomes. There are a few reasons for this. First, when we are doing something we enjoy, we are more likely to be …

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A talented life is a troubled life.

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The idea that a talented life is a troubled life is a subjective and often debated concept. It suggests that individuals with great talent or exceptional abilities may also face significant challenges or difficulties in their lives. There are a few different perspectives on this notion: On the other hand, it’s important to remember that …

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“The best way to understand yourself is to help others to understand themselves.”

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The statement carries a profound truth. Helping others to understand themselves can indeed be an effective and enlightening way to gain a deeper understanding of yourself. There are several reasons why this is the case: 1. Empathy and perspective: When you help others to understand themselves, you naturally put yourself in their shoes and attempt …

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Blog of Life – When Causing Harm Is Unavoidable, We Prefer To Cause More Harm For More Benefits Rather Than Less Harm For Fewer By

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By Matthew Warren Imagine that you’re an official faced with an unenviable decision: you must choose whether to establish a farm on existing land which can produce enough to feed 100 hungry families, or cut down an acre of rainforest to create a larger farm able to feed 500 hungry families. What choice would you make? …

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