Mania

developed a psychiatric illness at the age of 45. Indeed, he experienced delusions, a characteristic that may be present in both psychotic illnesses or mood disorders with a psychotic feature. However, given that Dr. Robin did not display symptoms of mania or depression, his condition can’t be explained through a mood disorder. Thus, the doctor is suffering from a psychotic disorder; most likely schizophreniform or delusional disorder. To start off, Dr. Robin’s mental turmoil could be…

Equality, freedom, rights, morality, principles, respect, love and trust are are just a few characteristics used to create a better and more just society. Despite the fact that these characteristics are very delicate when alone, but when mixed together, these ordinary, everyday occurring events of life come together to form a pure and all the more powerful “JUST SOCIETY.” "I've always dreamt of a society where each person should be able to fulfill himself to the extent of his capabilities as a…

Mental health, as defined by the WHO, is a state of well-being in which a person is able to realize his or her own potential, cope with the normal stress of life, work productively, and make a contribution to the community (Halter and Varcarolis, 2014). While this is an official definition, it is not necessarily what the media and the public think of mental disorders. Mental illness is portrayed mostly negatively in the media with individuals show as dangerous, incompetent, crazy, etc.…

Health is the way your body feels and works. Being healthy means more than not being sick. Mental health means having good, helpful ways to deal with your emotions, thoughts and feelings. Having a healthy mind and body are both very important to help you deal with life. YOU'RE NOT ALONE If you’re LGBTQ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and/or Questioning), and going through a tough time, you’re not alone. Whether you’re trying to figure out your own identity or want to learn how to…

responsibility for his actions”(Reeder). “The Black Cat” is told through a “homicidal maniac,” “crazed narrator,” “unstable alcoholic,” and an “obsessed criminal”(Johnson 1, 55, Snodgrass, Edgar 2755). Scholars agree that the “murderer is afflicted with a mania called perverseness” that drives “the soul to commit sin because it is sin”(Voss 53, Graham). “The guilt obsessed narrator is possessed by a profound self-destructive impulse just as Poe was”(Johnson 28). The narrator’s “irrational urge…

Sleep Deprivation and Mental Health The young college student is lost. The last few weeks have taken a toll on his body and his mind. After spending countless hours studying for tests and continuously completing homework assignments, he attempts to focus and complete his seven page extra-credit assignment, but to no avail. His head feels heavy, and he cannot focus on once easy tasks and is constantly exhausted. Although it is not natural, he is not the only one who faces the same problem.…

According to everyday society, people expect law enforcement officials to perform their duties in a manner that serves and protects the community in a way that uses the least amount of force. There are guidelines that are taught to law enforcement officials that are expected to be followed when responding to any situation, on a daily basis. In addition to procedures that are set forth and should be exercised to prevent any type of excessive use of force. Police force is a legal duty that,…

Administering medications to patients is a daily task performed by almost all nurses. In the Bachelor of Nursing curriculum, the 7 rights and 3 checks of medication administration is taught, practiced and performed by all nursing students to ensure proper habits are developed. The problem occurs when health care providers are no longer under supervision of an instructor, and short cuts are acquired. These short cuts, although time saving, ultimately cause more complications for the patient and…

thrill-seeking Hamlet enjoys his ride with manifestation while still experiencing immense strife. Psychosis appears in Hamlet due to brief psychotic disorder, bringing with it intense hallucinations, delusions of perception and grandeur, and hyper mania through deranged speech and actions. Mental illnesses may be present for years without awareness, and life-changing experiences can cause symptoms to become…

A chain of five events occurred in 1900’s that would lead to World War I otherwise known as “The Great War”. The five events made an acronym known as MANIA: Militarism, Alliances, Nationalism, Imperialism, Assassination. Militarism was the creation of armies, was the biggest problem in Germany, and other countries followed to have the strongest military. Alliances were a problem, but the main problem about them was secret alliances. Nationalism was a pride in one’s country and people were…