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Gezondheid en Ziekte - Psychische aandoeningen en problemen

Hier leer je enkele Engelse woorden die verband houden met psychische aandoeningen en problemen zoals "angst", "schizofrenie" en "trauma".

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

aandachtstekortstoornis met hyperactiviteit, ADHD

aandachtstekortstoornis met hyperactiviteit, ADHD

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anorexia nervosa
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

anorexia nervosa, nervosa anorexia

anorexia nervosa, nervosa anorexia

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anxiety
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

angst, angststoornis

angst, angststoornis

Ex: Physical symptoms of anxiety include rapid heartbeat and sweating .Lichamelijke symptomen van **angst** zijn onder andere een snelle hartslag en zweten.
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battle fatigue
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a post-traumatic stress disorder resulting from prolonged exposure to active warfare

gevechtsmoeheid, posttraumatische stressstoornis

gevechtsmoeheid, posttraumatische stressstoornis

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bipolar disorder
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

bipolaire stoornis, manisch-depressieve stoornis

bipolaire stoornis, manisch-depressieve stoornis

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 .Steun van vrienden, familie en professionals in de geestelijke gezondheidszorg is essentieel voor mensen met een **bipolaire stoornis** om hun toestand effectief te beheren en hun levenskwaliteit te verbeteren.
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borderline personality disorder
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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 persoonlijkheidsstoornis, emotioneel instabiele persoonlijkheidsstoornis

borderline persoonlijkheidsstoornis, emotioneel instabiele persoonlijkheidsstoornis

Ex: With appropriate therapy and support , individuals with borderline personality disorder can learn to manage their symptoms and improve their overall quality of life .Met de juiste therapie en ondersteuning kunnen mensen met een **borderline persoonlijkheidsstoornis** leren hun symptomen te beheersen en hun algehele levenskwaliteit te verbeteren.
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breakdown
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a condition in which a person becomes so anxious or depressed that they can no longer handle their everyday life

zenuwinstorting, nervous breakdown

zenuwinstorting, nervous breakdown

Ex: The intense academic pressure during finals week caused several students to suffer breakdowns.De intense academische druk tijdens de examenweek zorgde ervoor dat verschillende studenten **zenuwinzinkingen** kregen.
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bulimia
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a mental illness which causes a person to eat too much and then forces themselves to vomit to maintain their weight

boulimia, eetbuienstoornis

boulimia, eetbuienstoornis

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exhibitionism
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

exhibitionisme, seksuele vertoning

exhibitionisme, seksuele vertoning

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gender dysphoria
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

genderdysforie, seksuele dysforie

genderdysforie, seksuele dysforie

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hyperactivity
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

hyperactiviteit, overprikkeling

hyperactiviteit, overprikkeling

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hypochondria
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

hypochondrie, gezondheidsangst

hypochondrie, gezondheidsangst

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 .Ondersteuning van geestelijke gezondheidsprofessionals, evenals voorlichting over de aard van **hypochondrie** en de behandelingsmogelijkheden ervan, kunnen mensen met deze aandoening helpen hun symptomen te beheersen en hun levenskwaliteit te verbeteren.
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kleptomania
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a mental condition in which one is obsessed with stealing things without any financial motive

kleptomanie, de kleptomanie

kleptomanie, de 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 .Ondersteuning van geestelijke gezondheidsprofessionals en steungroepen kan waardevol zijn voor mensen met **kleptomanie** om copingstrategieën te leren en terugval in stelgedrag te voorkomen.
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manic depression
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a chronic mental disorder marked by excessive mood swings ranging from depressive lows to crazed highs

bipolaire stoornis, manische depressie

bipolaire stoornis, manische depressie

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megalomania
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

megalomanie, grootheidswaanzin

megalomanie, grootheidswaanzin

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melancholia
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

melancholie

melancholie

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catatonia
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

katatonie, katatonische toestand

katatonie, katatonische toestand

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depression
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

depressie, melancholie

depressie, melancholie

Ex: He spoke openly about his struggles with depression, hoping to help others .Hij sprak openlijk over zijn strijd met **depressie**, in de hoop anderen te helpen.
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psychopathy
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a serious mental disorder associated with antisocial behavior, irresponsibility, and absence of empathy

psychopathie, psychopathische stoornis

psychopathie, psychopathische stoornis

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psychosis
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

psychose, psychotische toestand

psychose, psychotische toestand

Ex: Psychosis can be a symptom of various mental health disorders , including schizophrenia , bipolar disorder , and severe depression .**Psychose** kan een symptoom zijn van verschillende psychische aandoeningen, waaronder schizofrenie, bipolaire stoornis en ernstige depressie.
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psychosomatic disorder
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a psychological condition characterized by physical symptoms that derive from mental or emotional causes, often without any medical explanation

psychosomatische stoornis, psychosomatische aandoening

psychosomatische stoornis, psychosomatische aandoening

Ex: Understanding the connection between psychological factors and physical symptoms is crucial for effectively managing psychosomatic disorders and improving overall well-being .Het begrijpen van het verband tussen psychologische factoren en lichamelijke symptomen is cruciaal voor het effectief beheren van **psychosomatische stoornissen** en het verbeteren van het algehele welzijn.
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pyromania
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a mental condition in which one is obsessed with setting things on fire

pyromanie, obsessie met brandstichting

pyromanie, obsessie met brandstichting

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schizophrenia
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

schizofrenie

schizofrenie

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‌seasonal affective disorder
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

seizoensgebonden affectieve stoornis, winterdepressie

seizoensgebonden affectieve stoornis, winterdepressie

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sociopathic personality
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

sociopathische persoonlijkheid, antisociale persoonlijkheidsstoornis

sociopathische persoonlijkheid, antisociale persoonlijkheidsstoornis

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inferiority complex
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

minderwaardigheidscomplex, gevoel van minderwaardigheid

minderwaardigheidscomplex, gevoel van minderwaardigheid

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instability
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

tendency to unpredictable changes of mood or to behave erratically

instabiliteit

instabiliteit

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delirium
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

delirium, extase

delirium, extase

Ex: The sports arena was a scene of delirium as the final whistle blew .De sportarena was een tafereel van **delirium** toen het eindsignaal klonk.
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complex
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a group of partly or completely repressed emotions or impulses that affect a person's behavior and patterns of thought

complex, groep onderdrukte emoties

complex, groep onderdrukte emoties

Ex: She struggled with a complex that caused her to avoid confrontation .Ze worstelde met een **complex** dat haar ertoe bracht confrontatie te vermijden.
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mental disorder
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a severe health condition associated with depression, emotional disturbances, and abnormal behaviors that causes significant distress or impairment of personal functioning

psychische stoornis, geestesziekte

psychische stoornis, geestesziekte

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monomania
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

monomanie, overmatige obsessie

monomanie, overmatige obsessie

Ex: The novelist , known for his deep dives into subjects , was sometimes criticized for his apparent monomania on specific themes .De romanschrijver, bekend om zijn diepe duiken in onderwerpen, werd soms bekritiseerd vanwege zijn ogenschijnlijke **monomanie** over specifieke thema's.
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nervous breakdown
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a period of overwhelming mental or emotional distress that occurs suddenly

zenuwinzinking, zenuwcrisis

zenuwinzinking, zenuwcrisis

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neurosis
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

neurose, neurotische stoornis

neurose, neurotische stoornis

Ex: Symptoms of neurosis can include persistent feelings of sadness , irritability , and fear , often without a clear or rational cause .Symptomen van **neurose** kunnen aanhoudende gevoelens van verdriet, prikkelbaarheid en angst omvatten, vaak zonder duidelijke of rationele oorzaak.
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obsessive-compulsive disorder
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a disorder causing a person to have recurring unwanted thoughts or to do something such as cleaning or checking on something over and over

obsessieve-compulsieve stoornis, OCD

obsessieve-compulsieve stoornis, 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 .Medicijnen zoals selectieve serotonine-heropnameremmers (SSRI's) kunnen helpen bij het beheersen van de symptomen van **obsessieve-compulsieve stoornis** door de hersenchemie te veranderen om obsessieve gedachten en compulsies te verminderen.
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orthorexia nervosa
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

an eating disorder characterized by refraining from eating food that is considered unhealthy at all cost

orthorexia nervosa, obsessie met gezond eten

orthorexia nervosa, obsessie met gezond eten

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paranoia
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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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persecution complex
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

vervolgingscomplex, vervolgingswaan

vervolgingscomplex, vervolgingswaan

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personality disorder
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

persoonlijkheidsstoornis, karakterstoornis

persoonlijkheidsstoornis, karakterstoornis

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postpartum depression
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

postpartum depressie

postpartum depressie

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post-traumatic stress disorder
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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 stressstoornis

posttraumatische stressstoornis

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 .Vroege interventie en ondersteuning zijn cruciaal voor mensen met **posttraumatische stressstoornis**, omdat tijdige behandeling de resultaten en kwaliteit van leven aanzienlijk kan verbeteren.
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trauma
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a medical condition of the mind caused by extreme shock, which could last for a very long time

trauma, emotionele shock

trauma, emotionele shock

Ex: Witnessing a natural disaster can leave survivors with lasting trauma and fear .Getuige zijn van een natuurramp kan overlevenden achterlaten met blijvend **trauma** en angst.
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shell shock
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a type of stress-related disorder affecting some soldiers who have served in wars

traumatische shock, oorlogsneurose

traumatische shock, oorlogsneurose

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eating disorder
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

eetstoornis, eetgedragsstoornis

eetstoornis, eetgedragsstoornis

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egomania
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

egomanie,  megalomanie

egomanie, megalomanie

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delusion
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

waan,  illusie

waan, illusie

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dementia
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

dementie, cognitieve stoornis

dementie, cognitieve stoornis

Ex: Alzheimer 's disease is a common form of dementia.De ziekte van Alzheimer is een veelvoorkomende vorm van **dementie**.
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generalized anxiety disorder
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a chronic condition marked by excessive and persistent worry about various aspects of life, often without a specific cause

gegeneraliseerde angststoornis

gegeneraliseerde angststoornis

Ex: The persistent nature of generalized anxiety disorder can lead to fatigue and difficulty concentrating .De aanhoudende aard van **gegeneraliseerde angststoornis** kan leiden tot vermoeidheid en concentratieproblemen.
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mania
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

manie

manie

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munchausen syndrome
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

syndroom van Münchhausen, nagebootste stoornis

syndroom van Münchhausen, nagebootste stoornis

Ex: Treatment for Munchausen syndrome may involve psychotherapy to address underlying psychological issues .Behandeling van het **syndroom van Münchhausen** kan psychotherapie omvatten om onderliggende psychologische problemen aan te pakken.
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schizoid
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

schizoïde, schizoïde persoonlijkheid

schizoïde, schizoïde persoonlijkheid

Ex: Laura 's independence and preference for solitude align with the features of schizoid.Laura's onafhankelijkheid en voorkeur voor eenzaamheid komen overeen met de kenmerken van **schizoïde**.
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amnesia
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

amnesie

amnesie

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senile dementia
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

seniele dementie, ouderdomsdementie

seniele dementie, ouderdomsdementie

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Asperger's syndrome
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

syndroom van Asperger, hoogfunctionerend autisme

syndroom van Asperger, hoogfunctionerend autisme

Ex: John's straightforward communication style is influenced by his Asperger's syndrome.John's directe communicatiestijl wordt beïnvloed door zijn **syndroom van Asperger**.
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bigorexia
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

bigorexia, spierdysmorfie

bigorexia, spierdysmorfie

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body dysmorphic disorder
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

lichaamsdysmorfische stoornis, dysmorfofobie

lichaamsdysmorfische stoornis, dysmorfofobie

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 .Vroege diagnose en behandeling van **lichaamsdysmorfische stoornis** zijn essentieel om te voorkomen dat de aandoening de kwaliteit van leven en de geestelijke gezondheid van een persoon ernstig beïnvloedt.
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