Emotional dysregulation

Self-actualization is the process through which an individual achieves his/her full potential. Abraham Maslow was the psychologist that brought the concept into prominence through his hierarchy of needs. He theorized that the hierarchy followed this order: Basic psychological needs, safety needs, love and belongingness needs, esteem needs, and self-actualization. Maslow assumed that the lower levels had to be satisfied or relatively satisfied before a higher level could become a motivator and…

Psychosocial Influences According to studentfirstproject.org, healthy attachment is a “reciprocal, enduring emotional connection between a child and his/her primary caregiver that begins when the child is in utero”. Furthermore, many things impact whether this attachment is healthy or unhealthy. Some psychosocial factors that could impact or influence attachment include parenting style, caregiver sensitivity, temperament of the child, and certain medical conditions. Parenting style influences…

tatistically, common behaviour is defined as 'normal ' which results in statistically rare behaviour being defined as 'abnormal '. There has been difficulty in coming to an agreement on just how statistically rare behaviour has to be in order for it to be classed as abnormal. At some point in our lives, we will all demonstrate some form of abnormal behaviour. Many mental disorders such as phobias are not statistically rare enough to be defined as abnormal. An example of how difficult it is to…

In 2005, Hurricane Katrina hit the Gulf Coast. This storm was a natural disaster especially for New Orleans. The hurricane caused flooding, death, displaced residents, damages and a decrease in the population. Hurricane Katrina and the levee’s failure increased the stress levels for the individuals living New Orleans. In the documentary “Troubled the Water”, it appeared disturbing, chaotic and there was doubt and anger. These individual experienced something that would probably bring repeated…

Clinical psychologists treat those who show symptoms of abnormal behavior. Clinical psychologists look for unusual patterns in behavior, emotion, and thoughts in order to diagnose someone with a mental illness or psychiatric disorder. One such psychiatric disorder is borderline personality disorder (BPD). BPD is characterized by intense fluctuations in mood, self-image, and interpersonal relationships (Sue, D., Sue, D. W., & Sue 2010). People who suffer from this personality disorder tend to be…

types of motivation, schools are designed to control motivation amongst students. Emotional and effective regulation is said to be learned over time. Integrated is being aware of ones feelings and having a sense of choice is also said to be the most mature form, often being developed over time(Guay 2013).. Suppressive regulation is when one tries to hide their emotions such as not crying when they are sad. Dysregulation is when a person is able to regulation emotions so that the emotion prompts…

According to the National Child Traumatic Stress Network, neglect, physical, sexual, and emotional abuse, are all factors that can cause abnormal development of the brain. This abnormal development can even include a variation in the size of specific parts of the brain. A traumatized person may begin to have problems arriving at conclusions and/or…

others that enhance social connections to others. Interpersonal relationships with others are tied to health and overall well-being. Research suggests a positive correlation between well-being and social bonds as the most important foundation for emotional well-being and life satisfaction (Gable & Gosnell, 2013). Just as research suggest a positive relationship between well-being and social bonds, research also suggests that problems in the relationship can contribute to a variety of mental…

This article researched particularly on borderline personality disorder, which the aim is to increase the understanding towards the particular disorder. Klaus Lieb, Mary C Zanarini, Christian Schmahl, Marsha M Linehan and Martin Bohus wrote this particular article in order to raise awareness in the public about borderline personality disorder. Klaus Lieb is associated with the Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy at the University of Freiburg Medical School while Mary C Zanarini is…

Self-actualization is a universal idea used frequently in humanistic psychology. Similarly, the theory of self-determination is that individuals are inherently inclined to be proactive and to move toward greater refinement and integration in self-functioning. Individual need to meet certain needs in order to be fully functioning. To be fully functioning requires individuals having access to and using their capacities for experience, connection, and proactivity (Deci, Guay, & Ryan, 2013, p. 110)…