Psychology is the study of behavior. Behavior can be assessed through observation as well as psychological tests. Test results provide a sampling of a person's characteristics or traits. As such, they can be used to help predict future behavior.
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Dermatitis is the inflammation of your skin, and perioral dermatitis involves the presence of red bumps around your mouth. This skin disorder is much more common among young women than men. Treatments for perioral dermatitis typically involve applying cream or medication to the infected area.
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Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is a type of anxiety disorder that involves recurrent thoughts and actions. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 4th Edition, Text Revision (DSM-IV-TR) defines an obsession as an intrusive thought, image or impulse that persists in the mind and provokes anxiety.
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Muscle tension, racing thoughts and nervousness are common symptoms of anxiety that make it difficult to relax. Although relaxation techniques such as deep breathing, yoga or meditation can be effective, they may not work for everyone. Over-the-counter supplements are available to help alleviate anxiety.
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The menstrual cycle involves changes in hormone levels and the shedding of blood. The average length of a menstrual cycle lasts 28 days. Hormones produced during the menstrual cycle, such as estrogen and progesterone, are needed to maintain health.
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Although the common cold often resolves without medical intervention, it can be miserable while it lasts. A cold is typically caused by one or more of a group of over 200 viruses.
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Ensure is a nutrition drink for adults manufactured by Abbott Nutrition, which also makes nutrition drinks for infants, such as Similac, and children, such as Pedialyte. These drinks are for healthy, active people as well as hospitalized patients and people with nutritional deficiencies.
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If you suffer from depression, you are most certainly not alone. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, one of the most prevalent mental illnesses is major depressive disorder. This intense form of the disease affects nearly 7 percent of American adults in a year.
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Delusions are misguided beliefs that have no basis in reality, and people with schizophrenia often suffer from delusions as a symptom of their disease. Their disorganized thinking and impaired ability to interpret new information often lead them to false perceptions.
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Magnesium is an important mineral that is involved in many bodily functions. One of the main functions of magnesium is to regulate nerves and muscles. Magnesium is also purported to alleviate some symptoms of bipolar disorder. Dark leafy green vegetables and whole grains are good sources of magnesium.
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Your colon, or large intestine, is the last stop in the digestive process. It prepares waste to be removed from your body through excretion. Infrequent bowel movements can cause stool to backup. Proponents of colon cleansing believe that when waste remains in your colon too long it releases toxins that cause disease.
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Weight Watchers does not consider itself to be a diet. According to its website, Weight Watchers is a plan or approach designed to help you live a healthier life while continuing to eat whatever you like. It may sound too good to be true to you, but it can work.
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Allergies, lack of sleep or fatigue can cause dark undereye circles. However, your dark circles and sunken eyelids also might be the result of your nutrition -- or lack thereof -- so topical treatments for tired-looking eyes might not be the answer.
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HGH, human growth hormone, stimulates the production of cells in your body. It is used to enhance growth and development in children with growth disorders that inhibit the maturation process. A doctor may prescribe HGH for adults who do not produce sufficient amounts of this hormone.
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Sleepytime tea is a type of herbal tea produced by Celestial Seasonings. The company maintains that this tea is made from all-natural herbs, has zero calories and is caffeine free. According to Celestial Seasonings' website, Sleepytime tea has a "comforting aroma" that can help soothe your body after a long day.
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Life Water and Vitamin Water are two popular flavored waters that come in a variety of flavors. Life Water is manufactured by a beverage company owned by Pepsi, named SoBe. Vitamin Water is produced by Glaceau, a bottled water company. Life Water comes in 8-oz. and 12-oz. bottles. Vitamin Water is available in 12-oz.
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Gatorade is a sport drink targeted toward athletes, but you don't have to be an athlete to benefit from drinking it. Gatorade was developed to combat the loss of fluids and electrolytes from perspiration. It is advertised as a thirst quencher as well as an effective beverage to rehydrate the body.
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Crystal Light is a low calorie, powered drink mix. It comes in a variety of forms and offerings including on-the-go powders and caffeinated varieties in more than 35 different flavors. Most flavors have 5 calories per serving although the Pure and caffeinated lines have 15 calories per serving.
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Energy drinks are marketed toward people who desire a boost in energy. According to an article in the March 2011 issue of "Pediatrics," 30 to 50 percent of adolescents and young adults reportedly consume energy drinks. Common energy drinks include Red Bull, Monster, Amp, Rockstar and 5-hour Energy.
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