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Advanced Vocabulary for TOEFL - Mental Health and Disorders

Here you will learn some English words about mental health and disorders, such as "kleptomania", "BDD", "psychosis", etc. that are needed for the TOEFL exam.

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monomania
[noun]

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

Ex: The novelist , known for his deep dives into subjects , was sometimes criticized for his monomania on specific themes .
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a medical condition in which one is depressed in fall and winter, particularly due to lack of sunlight

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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

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anorexia
[noun]

an emotional disorder in which there is a strange fear of being fat and an obsessive desire to lose weight which results in refusing to eat

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anorexic
[Adjective]

involving or suffering from anorexia

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maladjusted
[Adjective]

characterized by being emotionally unstable and incapable of coping with the demands of a normal social environment

Ex: maladjusted behavior made it difficult for her to maintain stable relationships .
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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

Ex: Early diagnosis and treatment body dysmorphic disorder are essential to prevent the condition from severely impacting an individual 's quality of life and mental health .
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a mental condition in which a person believes themselves to be more powerful and important than they actually are

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a method of treating certain mental illnesses by effecting physiological shock or by electroconvulsive therapy

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psychosis
[noun]

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

Ex: Psychosis can be a symptom of various mental health disorders , including schizophrenia , bipolar disorder , and severe depression .
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a severe mental condition in which the patient suffers from depression often without any apparent reason

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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

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breakdown
[noun]

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

Ex: The intense academic pressure during finals week caused several students to breakdowns.
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catatonia
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a mental condition usually associated with schizophrenia in which the patient does not move for long time spans

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

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

Ex: Support from mental health professionals and support groups can be valuable for individuals kleptomania in learning coping strategies and preventing relapse into stealing behaviors .
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a mental condition in which a person is constantly anxious and worried about their health

Ex: Support from mental health professionals , as well as education about the nature hypochondria and its treatment options , can help individuals with this condition manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life .
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neurosis
[noun]

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

Ex: Symptoms neurosis can include persistent feelings of sadness , irritability , and fear , often without a clear or rational cause .
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an eating disorder characterized by refraining from eating food that is considered unhealthy at all cost

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psychotic
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someone who suffers from psychosis

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the act of harming oneself by making wounds as a sign of mental illness

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psychosomatic
[Adjective]

(of a physical illness) caused or aggravated by mental factors, such as stress and anxiety

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manic-depressive
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relating to or suffering from bipolar disorder

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

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a method of therapy used for mental conditions which consists of the patient opening up about their past and feelings in order to find the reason for their illness

Ex: Psychoanalysis often involves discussing childhood experiences to uncover underlying issues .
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the study of mental conditions and their treatment

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

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the treatment of mental conditions using psychology instead of drugs

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