Yalom’s Therapeutic Factors are key elements identified by psychiatrist Irvin Yalom that contribute to the effectiveness of…
Xenophobia-Induced Anxiety refers to heightened anxiety or distress experienced by individuals who are targets of xenophobia, discrimination,…
Xenophobia is a fear or hatred of strangers, foreigners, or anything perceived as “other,” often manifesting as…
Xanthophobia is an extreme or irrational fear of the color yellow. Though rare, such specific phobias can…
X-Linked Adrenoleukodystrophy (X-ALD) is a rare genetic disorder affecting the adrenal glands and myelin sheath in the…
Xanax is a short-acting benzodiazepine commonly prescribed for acute anxiety or panic disorders. It works by enhancing…
“Working Through” is a psychoanalytic and psychodynamic concept involving repeated examination and reinterpretation of conflicts or traumas…
The “Wounded Healer” concept describes a therapist or caregiver who has personally experienced similar traumas or mental…
Worry is a cognitive process involving repetitive concerns about potential future threats or negative outcomes. While mild…
Withdrawal Syndrome refers to physical or psychological symptoms experienced when reducing or discontinuing a substance (e.g., alcohol,…