In order for their treatment to be improved, psychologists and those who work with the developmentally disabled must create training programs that allow the deaf to learn through their unique methods of communication. Finally, Kropka and Williams' 1979 study has similar implications for the final problem facing the deaf in need of mental intervention today. Because the deaf and non-deaf mentally handicapped were proven to be functioning at the same

Maternal Depression and Parent-Child Relationship: Maternal depression is a major risk factor with significant effects on the development and well-being of young children. The effect of maternal depression and other mental health issues on young children is based on its impact on parent-child relationship. Generally, these mental health issues disrupt the parent-child bond, which results in negative effects on the emotional and social development of child and/or family. In the past

Gender Differences in Mental Health Issues Mental health can be defined in many ways. It consists of a health balance of self-esteem, as well as a rich and fulfilled life. Some would say it exists in a patient with a sense of purpose and fulfillment in life. When a patient has disordered mental health, this usually goes along with problems in problem solving, and life functions. It is reported that in

Personality DisordersHigh Self-Esteem refers to a person\\\'s positive view of themselves. This is generally healthy and is associated with resilience and a balanced perspective of one\\\'s strengths and weaknesses. Narcissism is a personality trait characterized by grandiosity, a need for admiration, and lack of empathy. Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) is a mental disorder where individuals have an inflated sense of their importance, a deep need for excessive attention and admiration,

Positive Aging and the Impact of Physical and Mental Health

African American mental illness has become a very contentious issues with society. For one, the recent COVID-19 pandemic disproportionately impacted minorities and communities of color through job loss and an economic downturn. Here, the country initially realized a business closure that result in the loss of millions of jobs as the pandemic began. This unfortunately impacted African Americans, who are disproportionately employed in these low skill jobs. This has had