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http://www.facebook.com/MindOnHealthPsychologists/ It is not always the case that these go hand in hand however generally medications are required to treat certain conditions. A Psychiatrist is a specialist in the area of the mind and may encourage the trial of medication to assist in treatment. Some medications are required to have extensive assessments prior to prescribing and may not be able

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http://www.facebook.com/MindOnHealthPsychologists/ https://mindonhealthpsychologists.com.au/types-of-disor…iatrists-treatWhat types of Disorders do Psychiatrists treat? There are many different types of disorders, which occur to varying degrees of severity. Mental illnesses and disorders include: Depression Schizophrenia Post-Traumatic Stress (PTSD) Anxiety Dementia Learning Difficulties Bipolar Disorder Personality Disorders Substance Abuse Specific Phobias Eating Disorders Obsessive Compulsive Disorders (OCD) ADHD / ADD What is Anxiety? Anxiety disorders are a

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What is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)? Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a mindfulness based therapeutic approach which can be used with a diverse range of psychopathologies and differing concerns. ACT promotes psychological flexibility through teaching mindfulness practice, identifying and reconnecting with personal values, taking considered committed action towards areas of importance in life and understanding a new sense

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What is Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)? Dialectical behavioural therapy (DBT) is a psychological treatment developed by Prof. Marsha M. Linehan, a psychology researcher originally from the University of Washington, to treat persons with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). DBT combines standard cognitive-behavioural techniques for emotion regulation and reality testing with concepts of mindful awareness, distress tolerance, and acceptance strategies largely derived

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