Grinding down

Article Abstract:

Teeth-grinding, or bruxism, causes severe jaw pain and can be brought on by stress, an inferiority complex, shyness, fear or worry. A case study shows how one patient was successfully treated by habit reversal through stress management combined with relaxation exercises aimed at preventing the teeth-grinding activity. A diary was kept to isolate the causes of the teeth-grinding, with family arguments and money concerns identified as primary causes. The patient's treatment is described.

Bruxism

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Use of eye movement to reduce stress after trauma

Article Abstract:

Eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing (EMDR) treatment is becomingly increasingly popular for patients with post-traumatic stress disorder. The treatment utilises fast, repetitive eye movements to help the patient overcome the memory of traumatic events. More research is taking place to devise a psychological theory, known as accelerated information processing. Many people are doubtful about the treatment because it lacks an adequate explanation.

Eye, Post-traumatic stress disorder, Eye movements

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Positive responses

Article Abstract:

Behavioural psychotherapy has helped a client overcome psychogenic vomiting. Discussion with a nurse therapist identified a former fear of pregnancy as the underlying cause of the habit. Identifying pre-vomiting signals helped devise a coping strategy. Treatment included developing previous strategies that had controled sickness and managing anxiety. Self-monitoring helped the client regain control.

Psychological aspects, Case studies, Vomiting, Behavior therapy

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