psychiatry

Connectedness

Connectedness Christian Jonathan Haverkampf, M.D. Connecting with others and others in a meaningful way is a requirement for happiness and success in life. Many mental health issues are the result of disconnectedness. Connectedness requires engaging with oneself and the world and being open to meaningful messages from others. In this sense, connectedness serves as a […]

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A (Very) Brief Introduction to Communication-Focused Therapy® (CFT®)

A (Very) Brief Introduction to Communication-FOcused Therapy® (CFT®) Christian Jonathan Haverkampf, M.D. Communication-Focused Therapy® (CFT®) is a psychotherapy developed by the author, which has been described for a large number of mental health conditions. This article contains a brief introduction to CFT. Keywords: communication-focused therapy, CFT, communication, psychotherapy, psychiatry Communication-Focused Therapy® Communication is everywhere. Humans

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Communication-Focused Therapy (CFT) for Narcissism

Communication-Focused Therapy (CFT) for Narcissism Christian Jonathan Haverkampf, M.D. Communication-Focused Therapy (CFT) is a psychotherapy developed by the author, which can be applied to a number of mental health conditions, including narcissism. Keywords: narcissism, communication-focused therapy, CFT, communication, psychotherapy, treatment Table of Contents Introduction. 4 Communication on the Inside. 4 The Self 5 Communication between

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Living Happiness

Living Happiness Christian Jonathan Haverkampf, M.D. Happiness is a positive state and for many people a goal they try to reach in life. The feeling can reach from contentment to intense joy. Although the experience of happiness is influenced by genetic make-up and external factors, humans do have significant control over whether to experience this

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Psychopharmacological Frontiers (1)

Psychopharmacological Frontiers Christian Jonathan Haverkampf, M.D. New developments in psychopharmacology have driven much of the progress over the last decades. This article discusses new developments in the area of antidepressants and antipsychotics. Keywords: depression, SSRI, SNRI, ketamine, glutamate antagonist, NMDA, scopolamine, magnesium, glutamine, CP-AMPA, serotonin, norepinephrine, dopamine, antidepressants, major depressive disorder, medication, treatment psychiatry Table

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Communication-Focused Therapy (CFT) for Autism and Asperger Syndrome (2)

Communication-Focused Therapy (CFT) for Autism and Asperger Syndrome Dr. Christian Jonathan Haverkampf, M.D. Communication-Focused Therapy (CFT) is a psychotherapy developed by the author for the treatment of several mental health conditions. This article focuses on its application to autism and Asperger syndrome. Keywords: depression, communication-focused therapy, CFT, communication, psychotherapy, treatment Table of Contents Introduction. 4

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Treatment of ADHD in Adults

Treatment of ADHD in Adults Christian Jonathan Haverkampf, M.D. Adult attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common mental health condition that has been estimated to affect one out of twenty people worldwide. It causes persistent problems, such as difficulty paying attention, hyperactivity and impulsive behavior. Adult ADHD can lead to unstable relationships, poor work or

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Lisdexamfetamine in the Treatment of ADHD

Lisdexamfetamine in the Treatment of ADHD Christian Jonathan Haverkampf, M.D. Lisdexamfetamine is used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) as part of a total treatment plan, including psychological, social, and other treatments. This article provides a brief overview of the pharmacology of lisdexamfetamine   Keywords: lisdexamfetamine, ADHD, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, treatment, medication, psychiatry

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