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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Online
Read about obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and the treatments associated with this disease. OCD Online provides general information about the disease and includes write-ups on successful treatment through cognitive-behavioral therapy.
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Pni: The Biopsychopharmacology of Vitamin B6
This website discusses the importance of the biopsychopharmacology of vitamin B6. B6 is critical to "extremely important metabolic processes in the nervous system." Mentions epilepsy and behavioral disturbances.
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Eating Disorders
A thorough reference site for information on various eating disorders to help with both the identification and the treatment of eating disorders.
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Obsessive Compulsive Foundation
The website is an excellent resource for those with obssessive-compulsive disorder and also for those just wanting to know more about this disease. Learn how OCD is diagnosed and check out information on how the disease is treated and...
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Its Treatment
Organized into question/answer format, this website is a good introduction to obsessive-compulsive disorder. Read about the causes and treatments associated with OCD and learn how this disease can be managed through behavior therapy.
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Simple Phobias
This site defines simple phobia and gives information on a few of these types of phobias. Written in conversational language with a link to a panic attack self help kit.
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Academy for the Psychoanalytic Arts
Home page of the Academy of Psycholoanalytic Arts with links to academy publications, presentations, and information on the topic.
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Northwestern Univ.: The Personality Project Overview
Overview of studies underway that are attempting to ascertain the relationship of behavior and personality to brain function.
American Psychological Association
American Psychiatric Association: Sexual Orientation
This article explains how the physician members of the American Psychiatric Association define sexual orientation. Also includes a discussion of lesbian, gay and bisexual orientations, along with a fact sheet about sexual orientation...
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Med Jump
Career portal focuses on the health-care and medical industries. Job seekers can post resumes and search for jobs free of charge.
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People.well.com: Alcohol and Drug Abuse: Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
This resource looks at the causes of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, possible symptoms, the size of the problem, and recommendations. This site was originally published by the Missouri Department of Health but is no longer available there.
Curated OER
Kids Health: Como Puedo Mejorar Mi Autoestima?
How do you feel about yourself? Read this article to find out what is Self-Esteem, Self-Esteem problems and steps to improve Self-Esteem.
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Dr. Ivan's Depression Central
This site is a home page to an excellent resource for finding out about depression.
Books in the Classroom
Carol Hurst's Children's Literature Site: Alan and Naomi
Review of Myron Levoy's adolescent novel, "Alan and Naomi." Links to a page about bullies.
Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies
Mocomi: What Is a Phobia?
Describes some common phobias such as Acrophobia and Claustrophobia.
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Med Help: All Ask a Doctor Forums and Medical Communities
The Med Help Support Communities provides questions and answers about most medical conditions as well as allowing you to type in a question and get a reply from a doctor.
BBC
Bbc Health: Stress
We are all faced with stress in our lives but too much can be damaging. This resource delves into the symptoms of stress, dealing with stress, work related stress, and tackling work stress.
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Mental Help Net: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
In addition to defining and describing obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), this website provides explanations as to why OCD is often misdiagnosed. Learn what "obsessions" and "compulsions" are and learn how to detect the signs and...
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Psych Central: Antisocial Personality Disorder
Presents a brief overview of Antisocial Personality Disorder focusing on the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment.
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Psych Central: Avoidant Personality Disorder
Features a brief overview of Avoidant Personality Disorder focusing on the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment.
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Psych Central: Dependent Personality Disorder
Provides a brief summary of Dependent Personality Disorder focusing on the symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment.
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Planet psych.com: Defense Mechanisms and Why We Use Them
Brief description of some of the most common defense mechanisms and short explanation of why people use them.
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Life Events Stress Test
Simple stress test to measure the relative impact of various major life events.
New York Times
New York Times: Health Guide: Borderline Personality Disorder
[Free Registration/Login Required] One-page brief discussion of the causes, symptoms, and treatment of borderline personality disorder.