Searching for root causes
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Searching for root causes
Some therapists have an overly reductive understanding of psychiatric diagnosis. They seem to think a diagnosis of mental disorder necessarily implies there is some intrinsic brain abnormality. They think if someone’s symptoms can be explained with reference to a history of abuse or trauma, then a diagnosis doesn’t apply to them. The logic is so
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Uncovering a straightforward cause-and-effect relationship is a relatively rare occurrence in clinical practice. Given how the mind works, it is much more likely that the causes of a symptom will be convergent and complex. Many experiences (in childhood, adolescence and adulthood) will create memories (accessible, partially accessible or
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Genetics and neurological theory
This perspective focuses on the biological and inherited basis of human behavior, personality, and mental health.
Core idea: Behavior is significantly influenced by genetic predispositions, brain structure, neurochemistry, and physiological processes.
Application: Research in this area uses tools like neuroimaging and
The original trauma was “too much.”
The Soul dissociates from the body and stays that way in an effort to get away from the “too much.”
This is also called Soul Loss - the Soul is at a distance, because to fully inhabit the body is not possible.
There is too much static in the body.
Anxiety and depression very often are then “just” secondary symptoms... See more
The Soul dissociates from the body and stays that way in an effort to get away from the “too much.”
This is also called Soul Loss - the Soul is at a distance, because to fully inhabit the body is not possible.
There is too much static in the body.
Anxiety and depression very often are then “just” secondary symptoms... See more
Noah Cebuliak • What I Learned Working With 700+ KAT Clients — Roadopener
I realized there was a third mystery, hanging over all of it. Could something other than bad brain chemistry have been causing depression and anxiety in me, and in so many people all around me? If so—what could it be?