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Etiology Theories suggest that childhood issues may play a role in this disorder, such as the parent-child relationship at an early age and the identification a child is able to make with the parents of the same gender. Symptoms A strong and persistent identification with the opposite gender. There is a sense of discomfort in…

Etiology Most theories suggest a biological component for this disorder, much like for schizophrenia. Symptoms The term schizoaffective implies a combination of schizophrenia and an affective (or mood) disorder, which is actually quite accurate. Symptoms include those for schizophrenia (see above) as well as a Major Depressive, manic, or mixed episode (see mood disorders). The…

Etiology Hypersomnia is present in up to 5% of the population at some point in their lives and is more prevalent in males. Causes can vary greatly but often the symptoms begin prior to age 30 and continue to progress unless treated. Some research suggests that sleep disruptions during the night (such as breathing related…

Etiology There are different theories related to this disorder, many stemming from the psychoanalytic camp. They suggest that childhood trauma (e.g., sexual abuse, or other significant sexual experience) or significant childhood experiences can manifest itself in exhibitionistic behavior. Symptoms This diagnosis is used for heterosexual males who have sexually arousing fantasies, urges, or behaviors involving…

Etiology Like most disorders in this category, many theories exist in an attempt to explain how this disorder develops. Most experts agree that there are underlying issues related to childhood which play a major role in the etiology. Symptoms This disorder is characterized by either intense sexually arousing fantasies, urges, or behaviors in which the…

Etiology Like most disorders in this category, many theories exist in an attempt to explain how this disorder develops. Most experts agree that there are underlying issues related to childhood which play a major role in the etiology. Symptoms Fetishism is characterized by either intense sexually arousing fantasies, urges, or behaviors in which the individual…

Etiology Research has shown that depression is influenced by both biological and environmental factors. Studies show that first degree relatives of people with depression have a higher incidence of the illness, whether they are raised with this relative or not, supporting the influence of biological factors. Situational factors, if nothing else, can exacerbate a depressive…

Etiology Research on this disorder is not nearly as well documented as its counterparts. It is assumed that both biological and environmental factors play a role. Symptoms Like Bipolar II Disorder, symptoms of cyclothymia include periods of hypomania (see above). Depressive symptoms are also present as the hypomania fades. These symptoms. However, are not meet…

Etiology Research has shown a strong biological component for this disorder, with environmental factors playing a role in the exacerbation of symptoms. Symptoms Bipolar Disorder has been broken down into two types: Bipolar I: For a diagnosis of Bipolar I disorder, a person must have at least one manic episode. Mania is sometimes referred to…

Etiology There is an association with risk in pathological gambling, more so than financial gain for most individuals. Individuals diagnosed with this disorder are frequently highly competitive, overly concerned with approval from others and prone to other ‘addictive’ type disorders. Symptoms Persistent and maladaptive pattern of gambling which causes difficulties with interpersonal, financial, and vocational…