Dissociative Identity Disorder Through The Ages
From the Renaissance to the controversial book Sybil and beyond, the existence of multiple personalities has been explored for centuries.
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TikTok Posts on the Rare Illness Known as Dissociative Identity Disorder Has Exploded Among Teens. What’s Behind the Fixation?
Some researchers suggest healthcare providers should create more engaging content on #DID TikTok channels to counter misinformation.
Should Electroconvulsive Therapy Be an Option for Children with Severe Autism and Catatonia? These Families Say Yes
Some parents of children with severe autism say only ECT can relieve the horrific symptoms of catatonia that causes them to hit and harm themselves, sometimes hundreds of times a month. These are their stories.
How I Passed a Test to Be a Grief Therapist Without Really Trying
As an investigative reporter, I wanted to see how hard it would be to game the system and pass the test without taking the course. It turned out to be ridiculously easy.
Professional certification boards are rigorous but draw relatively few students
It is hard for professional certification boards to compete against commercial counseling courses that may cost as little as $10.
Buyer, Be Aware: An Inside Look at Four Online Grief Counseling Certificate Programs
This short review covers grief therapy courses offered by the Global Grief Institute, PESI, the Grief Recovery Institute, and Udemy.
