What Is Prejudice? Prejudice is often subconscious and can affect people’s behavior without them realizing it. Keep reading to learn more about prejudice and how to reduce prejudice. Juanmonino / Getty Images Prejudice vs. Discrimination Sometimes, prejudice is confused withdiscrimination. Types of Prejudice There are many types of prejudice. There are a few potential causes to consider. PsychologistGordon Allportbelieved sorting information into mental categories is important for making sense of the world around us....

Perfectionismmay lead to increased feelings ofstressand anxiety. The following looks at how perfectionism is linked to fear, anxiety, andpanic disorder. What Is Perfectionism? Ariel Skelley/Getty Images It is thought to be an aspect of one’s personality. There are both positive and negative consequences of perfectionism. This ideal sets a person up for failure, disappointment, and negative self-evaluations. Perfectionists are also excessively concerned with how others view them, evaluating their ownself-worthby unattainable accomplishments....

Does it sometimes feel like you’re more of a friend than a parent? If so, you might be using a permissive parenting style. Parenting styles vary in terms of nurturance, communication, expectations, and discipline. Illustration by Hugo Lin, Verywell Permissive parenting is a key in ofparenting stylecharacterized by low demands with high responsiveness. Permissive parents tend to be very loving yet provide few guidelines and rules. These parents do not expect mature behavior from their children andoften seem more like a BFFthan a parental figure....

A product of both biology and environment, it remains fairly consistent throughout life. Examples of personality can be found in how we describe other people’s traits. Personality Characteristics What exactly makes up a personality? Verywell / Emily Roberts Some theories describe how personalities are expressed, and others focus more on how personality develops. One theory suggests there are four types of personality. They are: There are other popular theories of personality types such as the Myers-Briggs theory....

What Is Persuasion? (“Coercive persuasion” refers to indoctrination or brainwashing,such as may occurin a cult.) Persuasion can be a powerful force that affects the decisions and actions that people take. Neale Clark / Getty Images These principles describe what makes persuasive messages influential and successful. Some persuasive efforts may use several of these tactics simultaneously. In an interview,Cialdini gave an exampleof this involving a restaurant that struggled with no-shows. The patrons were effectively making a promise, and were committed to keeping it....

Click below to listen now. However, positive affect isnt just another by-product of a happy, less stressful lifeits an influencing factor. Positive affect can bring lower levels of stress on its own. Martin Barraud / Getty Images These resources include the following: These increased resources can lead to greater resilience toward stress. Unfortunately, negative affect can work in the same way. How to Increase Your Positive Affect Positive affect can be developed and cultivated....

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While its often experienced by mothers, it can also be experienced by fathers. Fathers, like mothers, need to pay attention to their mental health. Exhaustion and stress, in addition to other factors, can lead to male postpartum depression. SDI Productions/E+/Getty This is true for both mothers and fathers. Many postpartum depression symptoms are synonymous with a major depressive disorder. Symptoms vary from person to person. You may experience some, not all, and they can vary in degree....

Fizkes / Getty Images Poverty pops up if people “lack the means to satisfy their basic needs. “A person living in poverty will often occupy below-standard living conditions. As a result, some children living in poverty face developmental challenges that may affect their well-being long term. Fizkes / Getty Images This article discusses how poverty affects children’s brain development and mental health. For instance, those who live in poverty have shorter life expectancies and experience higher death rates....

Rafael Elias / Getty Images Bipolar disorderis a serious mood disorder that impacts people around the world. However, it is important to remember that this is a prevalent condition. This disorder is most commonly diagnosed in early adulthood, though it can also onset during the adolescent years. Rafael Elias / Getty Images Women were less likely to have bipolar and substance-use disorders. Researchers suspect this disparity is due to both racial bias and clinicians inappropriately assessing psychotic symptoms....

The impact of prolonged stress can include both physical and mental health conditions. When people experience stress, thefight-or-flight responsecauses the release of hormones that help prepare the body to take action. You become both physically and mentally alert as your heart rate and breathing rate increase. MoMo Productions/Getty Images This allows you to take action in situations that require a quick response. Some signs of prolonged stress include: Such symptoms may vary in intensity....

Jonathan Nourok Collection / The Image Bank / Getty Images What is Prozac (fluoxetine)? Moreover, people who take Prozac may experience withdrawal symptoms if the treatment is not tapered off appropriately. On the downside, the concomitant use of Prozac and Zyprexa also increases the risk of side effects. Jonathan Nourok Collection / The Image Bank / Getty Images Common Side Effects Side effects are not uncommon when taking Prozac. Some are mild and transient and will often resolve as your body gradually adapts to the medication....

At a Glance If you experience panic attacks, you will likely be treated with antidepressant medication. Prozac is one popular antidepressant that is FDA-approved to treat panic disorder. Fortunately, many of these unpleasant effects diminish once your body adjusts to your medication. Paul S. Howell/Getty Images Due to the effectiveness, safety, and limited side effects of SSRIs, their popularity continued to grow. Doctors initially prescribed Prozac to treatdepression. People with mood andanxiety disordershave an imbalance of serotonin....