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Communication Patterns to Change Communication Patterns

Communication Patterns to Change Communication Patterns 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. Ineffective and maladaptive communication patterns can be changed through communication. Keywords: communication patterns, change, communication-focused therapy, CFT, communication, psychotherapy, psychiatry Communication Patterns to […]

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Communication-Focused Therapy® and Attachment (1)

Communication-FOcused Therapy® (CFT) and Attachment 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. Attachment is the expectation and hope that a meaningful interaction will continue. Keywords: attachment, communication-focused therapy, CFT, communication, psychotherapy, psychiatry Attachment Attachment is the

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Methylphenidate (Ritalin(R)) in the Treatment of ADHD

Methylphenidate (Ritalin®) in the Treatment of ADHD Christian Jonathan Haverkampf, M.D. Methylphenidate, sold under the name Ritalin and other tradenames, is frequently used as a first-line medication in the treatment of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Keywords: methylphenidate, Ritalin®, ADHD, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, medication, psychiatry Table of Contents Introduction. 3 Children. 3 Adults. 4 Efficacy

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Serotonin, Norepinephrine, Dopamine – Combining Medication against Depression

Serotonin, Norepinephrin, Dopamine – Combining Medication against Depression Christian Jonathan Haverkampf, M.D. A monotherapy or a combination of antidepressants that affect all three monoamines serotonin, dopamine and norepinephrine together have led to some positive results in cases of treatment-resistant depression, while some promising substances that could be used as monotherapy are still in the early

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Adding Psychotherapy to Medication in Depression and Anxiety

Adding Psychotherapy to Medication in Depression and Anxiety Dr Christian Jonathan Haverkampf, M.D. The effects of combined treatment compared with placebo are usually larger than those of medication only compared with placebo, underscoring the clinical advantage of combined treatment. Combined treatment appears to be more effective than treatment with antidepressant medication alone in major depression,

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