Dysfunction

impairs reward system in the brain (Peter and Charles, 2007). Methamphetamine is the second most illicitly abused drug after Cannabis in Australia (McKetin et al., 2009). It is one of the most powerful and addictive stimulant that causes brain dysfunctions. Methamphetamine increases release of neurotransmitter dopamine that is involved in reward and generation of pleasurable emotions (Volkow, 2001). Repeated use of methamphetamine causes excessive release of dopamine and results in the loss of…

which make him think about his past mistakes. The things that he enjoyed doing he does want to do them anymore. He is also worry about taking an antidepressant medication, because he does not want to experience the side effects especially sexual dysfunction. He has a loss of appetite, because food has no taste to him. Medications that may be used with John would be Escitalopram, Bupropion, or Venlafaxine. Awareness of Medications Preston, O’Neal, and Talaga (2013) state counselors are to…

function was tested. The study was done to determine whether or not reduced muscle mitochondrial function could contribute to age-related muscle dysfunction. This study relates to human evolution because the results will help scientist determine if there is something humans can do in future generations to reduce their vulnerability to muscle dysfunction with old age. The study was done on one hundred forty-six subjects, eighty-six of which were women and 60 being men. There were subgroups of…

from erectile dysfunction. Viagra delivers quality results when used as prescribed by manufacturers. However, there are some people who abuse this drug. They either pop in too many types of Viagra or overdose on the selected Viagra. Viagra is well known for relaxing the muscles in the blood vessels in the penis.This automatically increases the blood flow to various parts of the body, including the penis.Different types of Viagra are used to treat different types of erectile dysfunction…

Liver dysfunction is important to address in patient management because HF patients with liver function abnormalities tend to have poorer prognosis.3 When assessing liver function, high values in liver function testing indicate liver abnormalities. Two commonly elevated…

Abnormal Behavior The interpretation of abnormal psychology can be subjective to variation on what is strange or considered uncommon to the average individual. According to Sue, Sue, Sue, and Sue (2014, p.2), abnormal psychology is the “scientific study whose objectives are to describe, explain, predict, and modify behaviors that are considered strange or unusual.” I find it intriguing that abnormality is dependent on each individual perspective. My analysis of abnormal psychology is the same…

Pathophysiology of Huntington’s Disease Huntington’s disease is a genetic neurodegenerative disorder that causes both motor and cognitive dysfunction in those diagnosed. Since Huntington’s is an autosomal-dominant disorder, those expressing the gene will develop the disorder, and children of the affected individuals will have a fifty percent chance of inheritance (Walker, 2007). The effect of this disease causes deterioration in many areas of the brain, however, this deterioration occurs at a…

of the International Institute of Management, “the worst thing that could happen to a company is when the staff lose confidence in the leadership team (Dysfunctional Leadership & Dysfunctional Organizations, 2005).” One of the primary signs of dysfunction in an organization is a dictatorial leadership style that prohibits disagreements due to either arrogance or insecurity. This creates an environment that fosters the fear of retaliation, stifles creativity, and increases stress, often…

stomach and throat, patient started to feel nauseas and later severe vomiting started. In spite of difficulty communicating due to numbness patient was able to call ambulance and was delivered to ED. By that time Dr. Westwood had diaphoresis, motor dysfunction, paresthesias, nausea and an ascending paralysis. Dr. Westwood was cyanotic and hypoventilating. He developed bradycardia with a BP of 90/50 mmHg. Based on observed symptoms conclusion was made…

(2008), reported that personal satisfaction with intimacy is increasing, disregarding any existing dysfunctions. According to speculations, diseases such as erectile dysfunction have decreased as a result of availability of aiding drug, which can be true for both sexes. This study is important to note that although aging has physical limitations, the advance in science has assisted the…