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Gesundheit und Krankheit - Psychische Erkrankungen und Probleme

Hier lernen Sie einige englische Wörter im Zusammenhang mit psychischen Erkrankungen und Problemen wie "Angst", "Schizophrenie" und "Trauma".

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a condition, experienced mostly by children, making them seem restless, unable to keep focus, and act impulsively

Aufmerksamkeitsdefizit-Hyperaktivitätsstörung, ADHS

Aufmerksamkeitsdefizit-Hyperaktivitätsstörung, ADHS

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an eating disorder, particularly in women, marked by body image disturbance and obsessive fear of becoming fat, which leads to dangerous weight loss

Magersucht, Anorexia nervosa

Magersucht, Anorexia nervosa

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anxiety
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(psychiatry) a mental disorder of constant nervousness and worry, in which one expects something bad to happen with no valid reason

Angst

Angst

Ex: Physical symptoms of anxiety include rapid heartbeat and sweating .Körperliche Symptome von **Angst** sind schneller Herzschlag und Schwitzen.
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a post-traumatic stress disorder resulting from prolonged exposure to active warfare

Kampfmüdigkeit, posttraumatische Belastungsstörung

Kampfmüdigkeit, posttraumatische Belastungsstörung

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a chronic mental health condition marked by episodes of mania and depression

bipolare Störung, manisch-depressive Erkrankung

bipolare Störung, manisch-depressive Erkrankung

Ex: Support from friends , family , and mental health professionals is essential for individuals with bipolar disorder to effectively manage their condition and improve their quality of life .Unterstützung von Freunden, Familie und Fachleuten für psychische Gesundheit ist für Menschen mit **bipolaren Störungen** unerlässlich, um ihren Zustand effektiv zu managen und ihre Lebensqualität zu verbessern.
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a mental illness that causes a person to act impulsively, to experience severe shifts in mood, and to be unable to form interpersonal relationships

Borderline-Persönlichkeitsstörung, emotional instabile Persönlichkeitsstörung

Borderline-Persönlichkeitsstörung, emotional instabile Persönlichkeitsstörung

Ex: With appropriate therapy and support , individuals with borderline personality disorder can learn to manage their symptoms and improve their overall quality of life .Mit geeigneter Therapie und Unterstützung können Menschen mit **Borderline-Persönlichkeitsstörung** lernen, ihre Symptome zu bewältigen und ihre allgemeine Lebensqualität zu verbessern.
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breakdown
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a condition in which a person becomes so anxious or depressed that they can no longer handle their everyday life

Nervenzusammenbruch, nervöser Zusammenbruch

Nervenzusammenbruch, nervöser Zusammenbruch

Ex: The intense academic pressure during finals week caused several students to suffer breakdowns.Der intensive akademische Druck während der Prüfungswoche führte dazu, dass mehrere Studenten **Nervenzusammenbrüche** erlitten.
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bulimia
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a mental illness which causes a person to eat too much and then forces themselves to vomit to maintain their weight

Bulimie, Ess-Brech-Sucht

Bulimie, Ess-Brech-Sucht

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compulsive display of one's genitals for the purpose of sexual gratification

Exhibitionismus, sexuelle Zurschaustellung

Exhibitionismus, sexuelle Zurschaustellung

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the condition in which a person is overwhelmed by distress or impairment due to a mismatch between their biological sex and their gender identity

Geschlechtsdysphorie, sexuelle Dysphorie

Geschlechtsdysphorie, sexuelle Dysphorie

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a state where a person is unusually active, is unable to stay focused or quiet for long, experienced mostly by children

Hyperaktivität, Übererregung

Hyperaktivität, Übererregung

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a mental condition in which a person is constantly anxious and worried about their health

Hypochondrie, Gesundheitsangst

Hypochondrie, Gesundheitsangst

Ex: Support from mental health professionals , as well as education about the nature of hypochondria and its treatment options , can help individuals with this condition manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life .Unterstützung von psychosozialen Fachkräften sowie Aufklärung über die Natur der **Hypochondrie** und ihre Behandlungsmöglichkeiten können Menschen mit dieser Erkrankung helfen, ihre Symptome zu bewältigen und ihre Lebensqualität zu verbessern.
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a mental condition in which one is obsessed with stealing things without any financial motive

Kleptomanie, die Kleptomanie

Kleptomanie, die Kleptomanie

Ex: Support from mental health professionals and support groups can be valuable for individuals with kleptomania in learning coping strategies and preventing relapse into stealing behaviors .Unterstützung von psychosozialen Fachkräften und Selbsthilfegruppen kann für Menschen mit **Kleptomanie** wertvoll sein, um Bewältigungsstrategien zu erlernen und Rückfälle in Diebstahlverhalten zu verhindern.
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a chronic mental disorder marked by excessive mood swings ranging from depressive lows to crazed highs

bipolare Störung, manische Depression

bipolare Störung, manische Depression

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a mental condition in which a person believes themselves to be more powerful and important than they actually are

Megalomanie, Größenwahn

Megalomanie, Größenwahn

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a severe mental condition in which the patient suffers from depression often without any apparent reason

Melancholie

Melancholie

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catatonia
[Nomen]

a mental condition usually associated with schizophrenia in which the patient does not move for long time spans

Katatonie, katatonischer Zustand

Katatonie, katatonischer Zustand

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depression
[Nomen]

a state characterized by constant feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of enegry or interest in activities

Depression

Depression

Ex: He spoke openly about his struggles with depression, hoping to help others .Er sprach offen über seine Kämpfe mit **Depressionen**, in der Hoffnung, anderen zu helfen.
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a serious mental disorder associated with antisocial behavior, irresponsibility, and absence of empathy

Psychopathie, psychopathische Störung

Psychopathie, psychopathische Störung

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psychosis
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a severe mental condition in which the patient loses contact with external reality

Psychose, psychotischer Zustand

Psychose, psychotischer Zustand

Ex: Psychosis can be a symptom of various mental health disorders , including schizophrenia , bipolar disorder , and severe depression .**Psychose** kann ein Symptom verschiedener psychischer Gesundheitsstörungen sein, einschließlich Schizophrenie, bipolarer Störung und schwerer Depression.
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a psychological condition characterized by physical symptoms that derive from mental or emotional causes, often without any medical explanation

psychosomatische Störung, psychosomatische Erkrankung

psychosomatische Störung, psychosomatische Erkrankung

Ex: Understanding the connection between psychological factors and physical symptoms is crucial for effectively managing psychosomatic disorders and improving overall well-being .Das Verständnis des Zusammenhangs zwischen psychologischen Faktoren und körperlichen Symptomen ist entscheidend für die effektive Bewältigung von **psychosomatischen Störungen** und die Verbesserung des allgemeinen Wohlbefindens.
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pyromania
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a mental condition in which one is obsessed with setting things on fire

Pyromanie, Brandstiftungsobsession

Pyromanie, Brandstiftungsobsession

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a chronic mental disorder in which a person's ability to think, feel or behave is affected, often associated with the distortion of reality

Schizophrenie

Schizophrenie

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a medical condition in which one is depressed in fall and winter, particularly due to lack of sunlight

saisonale affektive Störung, Winterdepression

saisonale affektive Störung, Winterdepression

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an antisocial personality disorder characterized by lack of sympathy and moral responsibility

soziopathische Persönlichkeit, antisoziale Persönlichkeitsstörung

soziopathische Persönlichkeit, antisoziale Persönlichkeitsstörung

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an unrealistic feeling of general inadequacy that causes one to believe they are not as competent, smart, or attractive as other people

Minderwertigkeitskomplex, Minderwertigkeitsgefühl

Minderwertigkeitskomplex, Minderwertigkeitsgefühl

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tendency to unpredictable changes of mood or to behave erratically

Instabilität

Instabilität

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delirium
[Nomen]

a state of intense, uncontrolled enthusiasm or excitement that makes one say or do crazy things

Delirium, Begeisterung

Delirium, Begeisterung

Ex: The sports arena was a scene of delirium as the final whistle blew .Die Sportarena war ein Schauplatz des **Deliriums**, als der Schlusspfiff ertönte.
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complex
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a group of partly or completely repressed emotions or impulses that affect a person's behavior and patterns of thought

Komplex, Gruppe unterdrückter Emotionen

Komplex, Gruppe unterdrückter Emotionen

Ex: She struggled with a complex that caused her to avoid confrontation .Sie kämpfte mit einem **Komplex**, der sie dazu brachte, Konfrontationen zu vermeiden.
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a severe health condition associated with depression, emotional disturbances, and abnormal behaviors that causes significant distress or impairment of personal functioning

psychische Störung, Geisteskrankheit

psychische Störung, Geisteskrankheit

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monomania
[Nomen]

an excessive and unhealthy obsession with a singular subject or idea to an extent that it becomes overwhelming and harmful

Monomanie, übermäßige Besessenheit

Monomanie, übermäßige Besessenheit

Ex: The novelist , known for his deep dives into subjects , was sometimes criticized for his apparent monomania on specific themes .Der Romanautor, bekannt für seine tiefen Einblicke in Themen, wurde manchmal für seine offensichtliche **Monomanie** zu bestimmten Themen kritisiert.
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a period of overwhelming mental or emotional distress that occurs suddenly

Nervenzusammenbruch, nervöser Zusammenbruch

Nervenzusammenbruch, nervöser Zusammenbruch

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neurosis
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a mental condition that is not caused by organic disease in which one is constantly anxious, worried, and stressed

Neurose, neurotische Störung

Neurose, neurotische Störung

Ex: Symptoms of neurosis can include persistent feelings of sadness , irritability , and fear , often without a clear or rational cause .Symptome einer **Neurose** können anhaltende Gefühle von Traurigkeit, Reizbarkeit und Angst umfassen, oft ohne klaren oder rationalen Grund.
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a disorder causing a person to have recurring unwanted thoughts or to do something such as cleaning or checking on something over and over

Zwangsstörung, OCD

Zwangsstörung, OCD

Ex: Medications such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors ( SSRIs ) can help manage symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder by altering brain chemistry to reduce obsessive thoughts and compulsions .Medikamente wie selektive Serotonin-Wiederaufnahmehemmer (SSRI) können helfen, die Symptome der **Zwangsstörung** zu bewältigen, indem sie die Gehirnchemie verändern, um zwanghafte Gedanken und Zwänge zu reduzieren.
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an eating disorder characterized by refraining from eating food that is considered unhealthy at all cost

Orthorexie, krankhaftes Gesundessen

Orthorexie, krankhaftes Gesundessen

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paranoia
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a mental disorder that causes a person to think they are very important or that others are trying to harm them

Paranoia

Paranoia

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a mental condition in which a person constantly thinks others are trying to hurt them

Verfolgungswahn, Verfolgungskomplex

Verfolgungswahn, Verfolgungskomplex

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any mental illness characterized by different patterns of social behavior, inability to form healthy interpersonal relationships and to function normally in society

Persönlichkeitsstörung, Charakterstörung

Persönlichkeitsstörung, Charakterstörung

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a mental condition in which a woman is depressed and anxious for a period of time after giving birth to a child

postpartale Depression

postpartale Depression

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a disorder that is formed in a person who has experienced a very shocking or frightening event, causing them to have nightmares or flashbacks from the event

Posttraumatische Belastungsstörung

Posttraumatische Belastungsstörung

Ex: Early intervention and support are crucial for individuals with post-traumatic stress disorder, as timely treatment can significantly improve outcomes and quality of life .Frühzeitige Intervention und Unterstützung sind für Menschen mit **posttraumatischer Belastungsstörung** entscheidend, da eine rechtzeitige Behandlung die Ergebnisse und die Lebensqualität erheblich verbessern kann.
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trauma
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a medical condition of the mind caused by extreme shock, which could last for a very long time

Trauma, emotionaler Schock

Trauma, emotionaler Schock

Ex: Witnessing a natural disaster can leave survivors with lasting trauma and fear .Das Miterleben einer Naturkatastrophe kann bei Überlebenden anhaltendes **Trauma** und Angst hinterlassen.
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a type of stress-related disorder affecting some soldiers who have served in wars

traumatischer Schock, Kriegsneurose

traumatischer Schock, Kriegsneurose

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a mental condition that causes a person to eat too much or too little

Essstörung

Essstörung

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egomania
[Nomen]

a mental condition in which one is abnormally self-centered and self-interested

Egomanie,  Megalomanie

Egomanie, Megalomanie

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delusion
[Nomen]

(psychology) a mental condition in which a person has a false belief system that is contradicted by evidence

Wahnvorstellung

Wahnvorstellung

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dementia
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a mental condition that happens when the brain is damaged by disease or injury, causing memory loss and impairing the ability to think or make decisions

Demenz, kognitive Störung

Demenz, kognitive Störung

Ex: Alzheimer 's disease is a common form of dementia.Die Alzheimer-Krankheit ist eine häufige Form von **Demenz**.
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a chronic condition marked by excessive and persistent worry about various aspects of life, often without a specific cause

generalisierte Angststörung

generalisierte Angststörung

Ex: The persistent nature of generalized anxiety disorder can lead to fatigue and difficulty concentrating .Die anhaltende Natur der **generalisierten Angststörung** kann zu Müdigkeit und Konzentrationsschwierigkeiten führen.
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mania
[Nomen]

mental condition that causes extreme and unusual changes in one's energy level, mood, or emotions

Manie

Manie

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a disorder where individuals feign or induce symptoms to garner attention or sympathy, often leading to unnecessary medical interventions

Münchhausen-Syndrom, vorgetäuschte Störung

Münchhausen-Syndrom, vorgetäuschte Störung

Ex: Treatment for Munchausen syndrome may involve psychotherapy to address underlying psychological issues .Die Behandlung des **Münchhausen-Syndroms** kann Psychotherapie umfassen, um zugrunde liegende psychologische Probleme anzugehen.
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schizoid
[Nomen]

a personality disorder marked by emotional detachment and a preference for solitude

schizoid, schizoide Persönlichkeit

schizoid, schizoide Persönlichkeit

Ex: Laura 's independence and preference for solitude align with the features of schizoid.Lauras Unabhängigkeit und Vorliebe für Einsamkeit entsprechen den Merkmalen des **Schizoiden**.
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amnesia
[Nomen]

a severe medical condition that leads to partial or complete loss of memory

Amnesie

Amnesie

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a severe condition that mainly affects older people's minds and causes memory loss, involuntary movements, etc.

senile Demenz, Altersdemenz

senile Demenz, Altersdemenz

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a form of autism characterized by social difficulties, repetitive behaviors, and focused interests, often with average to above-average intelligence

Asperger-Syndrom, hochfunktionaler Autismus

Asperger-Syndrom, hochfunktionaler Autismus

Ex: John's straightforward communication style is influenced by his Asperger's syndrome.Johns direkter Kommunikationsstil wird von seinem **Asperger-Syndrom** beeinflusst.
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bigorexia
[Nomen]

a disorder where individuals become excessively obsessed with building muscle mass and have a distorted perception of their own body image, leading to compulsive exercise behaviors

Bigorexie, Muskeldysmorphie

Bigorexie, Muskeldysmorphie

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a psychological disorder that causes a person to spend a lot of time thinking obsessively about the imaginary imperfections in their appearance

körperdysmorphe Störung, Dysmorphophobie

körperdysmorphe Störung, Dysmorphophobie

Ex: Early diagnosis and treatment of body dysmorphic disorder are essential to prevent the condition from severely impacting an individual 's quality of life and mental health .Die frühzeitige Diagnose und Behandlung der **körperdysmorphen Störung** sind entscheidend, um zu verhindern, dass die Erkrankung die Lebensqualität und die psychische Gesundheit eines Menschen erheblich beeinträchtigt.
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