Health and Wellness Glossary & Wellness Dictionary - Letter P | Wellness Wave Network
Welcome to the Wellness Wave Mental Health Glossary and Wellness Dictionary for terms starting with the letter P. Understanding these terms can help you better navigate your mental wellness journey.
Terms and Definitions
Panic Attack
A sudden episode of intense fear or anxiety that triggers severe physical reactions when there is no real danger or apparent cause. Symptoms can include heart palpitations, sweating, and a feeling of impending doom.
Paranoia
An irrational and persistent feeling that people are 'out to get you' or that you are the subject of persistent, intrusive attention by others. It can be a symptom of mental health disorders like schizophrenia and paranoid personality disorder.
Parkinson’s Disease
A neurodegenerative disorder that affects movement. Symptoms include tremors, stiffness, and difficulty with balance and coordination. It also has significant psychological effects, including depression and anxiety.
Person-Centered Therapy
A type of psychotherapy developed by Carl Rogers. It emphasizes the client's capacity for self-direction and understanding of their own development.
Phobia
An extreme, irrational fear of or aversion to something. Common phobias include fear of heights, spiders, and flying.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
A mental health condition that's triggered by a terrifying event, either experiencing it or witnessing it. Symptoms may include flashbacks, nightmares, and severe anxiety.
Positive Psychology
A branch of psychology that focuses on the study and promotion of factors that contribute to human happiness and well-being, rather than focusing solely on the treatment of mental illness.
Psychoeducation
The process of providing education and information to those seeking or receiving mental health services, such as people diagnosed with mental health conditions and their family members.
Psychotherapy
Also known as talk therapy, it is a method used by mental health professionals to help individuals understand and manage their mental health issues through conversation and counseling.
Psychosomatic Disorders
Conditions where psychological stresses adversely affect physiological (somatic) functioning to the point of distress. Examples include tension headaches and stress-induced ulcers.
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