{"formatVersion":"1.1","id":"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/people/brittany-ferri","path":"/people/brittany-ferri","url":"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/people/brittany-ferri","title":"Brittany Ferri, Ph.D.","family":"People profile","description":"Brittany Ferri, Ph.D. is a medical reviewer and subject matter expert in behavioral health, pediatrics, and telehealth.","language":"en-US","access":{"audience":"custom-shared-preview","indexable":true},"provenance":{"sourceUrl":"https://www.mentalhealth.com/people/brittany-ferri","wordpressId":"7","contentCompleteness":"complete","dateScope":"original-source"},"authors":[],"dates":{"datePublished":"2023-12-01T19:31:05Z","dateModified":"2025-10-11T03:17:01Z"},"content":{"html":"<nav class=\"breadcrumbs\" aria-label=\"Breadcrumb\"><ol><li><a href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/\">Home</a></li><li><a href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/people\">People</a></li><li><span aria-current=\"page\">Brittany Ferri</span></li></ol></nav><div class=\"people-profile\" data-profile-template=\"person\" data-default-profile-view=\"contributions\"><header class=\"person-header\"><div class=\"person-overview\"><div class=\"person-identity\"><h1>Brittany Ferri, Ph.D.</h1><p class=\"person-role\">OTR/L</p></div></div><img class=\"person-avatar\" src=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/assets/wordpress/9737.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"180\" height=\"180\"></header><p class=\"person-summary\">Brittany Ferri, Ph.D., is a medical reviewer and subject matter expert in behavioral health, pediatrics, and telehealth.</p><nav class=\"person-nav person-actions\" aria-label=\"Person profile\" role=\"tablist\"><a id=\"tab-about\" href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/people/brittany-ferri#about\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"about\" aria-selected=\"true\">About</a><a id=\"tab-contributions\" href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/people/brittany-ferri#contributions\" role=\"tab\" aria-controls=\"contributions\" aria-selected=\"false\">Contributions</a></nav><div class=\"person-body\"><div class=\"person-content\"><div class=\"person-main\"><section id=\"about\" class=\"person-panel person-view\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-about\" tabindex=\"0\"><p>Brittany Ferri, Ph.D., is a medical reviewer with experience in behavioral health, pediatrics and telehealth. She is the author of <em>The Social &amp; Motor Skills Curriculum for Kids</em> and has served as a guest lecturer at occupational therapy and occupational therapy assistant programs.</p>\n<p>Ferri’s expertise in mental health has been recognized by media outlets including NBC News, WebMD and CNN.</p><section><h2 id=\"education\">Education</h2><p>Saybrook University<br>Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Integrative Mental Health<br>2018 - 2021</p>\n<p>Quinnipiac University<br>Masters Degree, Occupational Therapy<br>2014 - 2016</p></section><section class=\"person-regional-communities\" aria-labelledby=\"local-communities\"><h2 id=\"local-communities\">Local Communities</h2><ul><li><a href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/local/rochester-ny\">Rochester, NY</a></li></ul></section><section class=\"person-related-communities\" id=\"topic-communities\" aria-labelledby=\"topic-communities-heading\"><h2 id=\"topic-communities-heading\">Topic Communities</h2><ul><li><a href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/community/self-care\">Self-Care</a></li></ul></section><section data-reference-list=\"\" data-reference-style=\"author-date-numbered\" class=\"article-sources\"><h2 id=\"references\">References</h2><ol><li data-reference-number=\"1\" id=\"amazon\"><a href=\"https://www.amazon.com/stores/Brittany-Ferri/author/B07KZHYVWX?utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=libra&amp;utm_content=external_resource&amp;utm_id=site-people-brittany-ferri&amp;utm_source=mentalhealth.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">About the Author. <em>Amazon.</em></a></li>\n<li data-reference-number=\"2\" id=\"medium-simplicity-of-health\"><a href=\"https://medium.com/authority-magazine/dr-brittany-ferri-of-national-council-of-aging-on-how-to-create-better-habits-around-stress-0aed88439666?utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=libra&amp;utm_content=external_resource&amp;utm_id=site-people-brittany-ferri&amp;utm_source=mentalhealth.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Dr. Brittany Ferri of National Council of Aging On How to Create Better Habits Around Stress. <i>Medium.</i></a><br role=\"presentation\"><br role=\"presentation\"> <a href=\"https://www.simplicityofhealth.com/?utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=libra&amp;utm_content=external_resource&amp;utm_id=site-people-brittany-ferri&amp;utm_source=mentalhealth.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">CEO and Founder. <em>Simplicity of Health</em></a>.</li></ol></section></section><section id=\"contributions\" class=\"person-panel person-contributions person-view\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-contributions\" tabindex=\"0\"><h2>Contributions</h2><div class=\"person-contribution-list\"><article class=\"person-work-card\" data-editorial-contribution data-contribution-category=\"Library\"><div class=\"person-post-body\"><a class=\"person-work-preview\" href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/library/clomipramine-use-doses-side-effects\"><span class=\"person-work-media\"><img src=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/assets/editorial-247/13445.webp\" alt=\"A woman holds a glass of water and a tablet.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" loading=\"lazy\"><span class=\"person-work-badge\">Medically revised</span></span><div class=\"person-work-copy\"><h3>Clomipramine</h3><p>Clomipramine, commonly prescribed under the brand name Anafranil, is a tricyclic antidepressant used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder.</p></div></a></div></article><article class=\"person-work-card\" data-editorial-contribution data-contribution-category=\"Library\"><div class=\"person-post-body\"><a class=\"person-work-preview\" href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/library/psychological-tests-intellectual-disabilities\"><span class=\"person-work-media\"><img src=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/assets/library/editorial-13131.webp\" alt=\"A person reviews charts on a computer monitor.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><span class=\"person-work-badge\">Medically revised</span></span><div class=\"person-work-copy\"><h3>Psychological Testing for Intellectual Disabilities</h3><p>Explore the differences between intellectual disabilities and learning disorders, diagnostic tests, and tailored educational plans.</p></div></a></div></article><article class=\"person-work-card\" data-editorial-contribution data-contribution-category=\"Library\"><div class=\"person-post-body\"><a class=\"person-work-preview\" href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/library/wechsler-adult-intelligence-scale-psychological-testing\"><span class=\"person-work-media\"><img src=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/assets/library/editorial-13364.webp\" alt=\"A child writes on paper while an adult helps with a learning activity.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><span class=\"person-work-badge\">Medically revised</span></span><div class=\"person-work-copy\"><h3>Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS)</h3><p>Discover how the WAIS assesses adult cognitive abilities through five key indices, offering insight into overall intellectual functioning.</p></div></a></div></article><article class=\"person-work-card\" data-editorial-contribution data-contribution-category=\"Library\"><div class=\"person-post-body\"><a class=\"person-work-preview\" href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/library/body-rhythms-and-bipolar-disorder\"><span class=\"person-work-media\"><img src=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/assets/library/editorial-17165.webp\" alt=\"A woman rests on her side in bed.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" loading=\"lazy\"><span class=\"person-work-badge\">Medically revised</span></span><div class=\"person-work-copy\"><h3>Body Rhythms and Bipolar Disorder</h3><p>Learn how to fix your circadian rhythm and manage bipolar disorder symptoms with practical tips for better sleep and mental well-being.</p></div></a></div></article><article class=\"person-work-card\" data-editorial-contribution data-contribution-category=\"Library\"><div class=\"person-post-body\"><a class=\"person-work-preview\" href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/library/causes-of-adhd\"><span class=\"person-work-media\"><img src=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/assets/library/editorial-12098.webp\" alt=\"A child watches closely as an adult points to colored pencils.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" loading=\"lazy\"><span class=\"person-work-badge\">Medically revised</span></span><div class=\"person-work-copy\"><h3>The Causes of Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)</h3><p>Discover how genetics, brain development, and environmental factors work together to shape the causes and symptoms of Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).</p></div></a></div></article><article class=\"person-work-card\" data-editorial-contribution data-contribution-category=\"Library\" hidden=\"\"><div class=\"person-post-body\"><a class=\"person-work-preview\" href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/library/effects-on-children-of-alcoholic-parents\"><span class=\"person-work-media\"><img src=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/assets/library/editorial-17213.webp\" alt=\"Children run together in an open field at sunset.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><span class=\"person-work-badge\">Medically revised</span></span><div class=\"person-work-copy\"><h3>Children of Alcoholic Parents</h3><p>Explore how parental alcoholism affects children’s emotional and psychological health, and discover key strategies for support.</p></div></a></div></article><article class=\"person-work-card\" data-editorial-contribution data-contribution-category=\"Library\" hidden=\"\"><div class=\"person-post-body\"><a class=\"person-work-preview\" href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/library/dsm-5-criteria-intellectual-disabilities\"><span class=\"person-work-media\"><img src=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/assets/library/editorial-13882.webp\" alt=\"Young adults take part in a group learning activity.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><span class=\"person-work-badge\">Medically revised</span></span><div class=\"person-work-copy\"><h3>DSM-5 Criteria for Identifying Intellectual Disabilities</h3><p>Learn how intellectual disabilities are diagnosed using DSM-5 and AAIDD, with focus on intellectual and adaptive functioning deficits.</p></div></a></div></article><article class=\"person-work-card\" data-editorial-contribution data-contribution-category=\"Library\" hidden=\"\"><div class=\"person-post-body\"><a class=\"person-work-preview\" href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/library/ocd-versus-eating-disorders\"><span class=\"person-work-media\"><img src=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/assets/library/editorial-14813.webp\" alt=\"A woman speaks with a counselor in a bright room.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"774\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><span class=\"person-work-badge\">Medically revised</span></span><div class=\"person-work-copy\"><h3>Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and Eating Disorders</h3><p>Explore how Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and eating disorders involve obsessive behaviors, with OCD driven by fear and eating disorders by body image.</p></div></a></div></article><article class=\"person-work-card\" data-editorial-contribution data-contribution-category=\"Library\" hidden=\"\"><div class=\"person-post-body\"><a class=\"person-work-preview\" href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/library/postpartum-depression-neurotransmitters-and-nutrition\"><span class=\"person-work-media\"><img src=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/assets/library/editorial-18617.webp\" alt=\"A woman sits quietly on a sofa with her arms resting on her knees.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><span class=\"person-work-badge\">Medically revised</span></span><div class=\"person-work-copy\"><h3>Postpartum Depression and Nutritional Factors</h3><p>Learn about the causes and treatment of postpartum depression (PPD), including the role of neurotransmitter imbalances and nutritional deficiencies.</p></div></a></div></article><article class=\"person-work-card\" data-editorial-contribution data-contribution-category=\"Library\" hidden=\"\"><div class=\"person-post-body\"><a class=\"person-work-preview\" href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/library/causes-of-eating-disorders-personality-traits-and-skill-deficits\"><span class=\"person-work-media\"><img src=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/assets/library/editorial-9911.webp\" alt=\"A woman sits thoughtfully at a table with a bowl in front of her.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><span class=\"person-work-badge\">Medically revised</span></span><div class=\"person-work-copy\"><h3>Personality Traits in Eating Disorders</h3><p>Discover how personality traits like perfectionism and neuroticism influence the onset, symptoms, and treatment outcomes of eating disorders.</p></div></a></div></article><article class=\"person-work-card\" data-editorial-contribution data-contribution-category=\"Library\" hidden=\"\"><div class=\"person-post-body\"><a class=\"person-work-preview\" href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/library/risks-of-self-diagnosis\"><span class=\"person-work-media\"><img src=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/assets/editorial-247/13704.webp\" alt=\"A doctor talks with a person during an appointment.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" loading=\"lazy\"><span class=\"person-work-badge\">Medically revised</span></span><div class=\"person-work-copy\"><h3>The Risks of Self-Diagnosis in Mental Health</h3><p>Discover the risks of self-diagnosis in mental health and the importance of professional evaluation for accurate treatment.</p></div></a></div></article><article class=\"person-work-card\" data-editorial-contribution data-contribution-category=\"Library\" hidden=\"\"><div class=\"person-post-body\"><a class=\"person-work-preview\" href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/library/other-anxiety-related-disorders\"><span class=\"person-work-media\"><img src=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/assets/library/editorial-12002.webp\" alt=\"A woman sits calmly with her hands resting in her lap.\" width=\"1199\" height=\"800\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><span class=\"person-work-badge\">Medically revised</span></span><div class=\"person-work-copy\"><h3>Anxiety Related to Medical Conditions</h3><p>Discover how anxiety from medical conditions affects daily life and how combined medical and therapeutic care supports effective management.</p></div></a></div></article><article class=\"person-work-card\" data-editorial-contribution data-contribution-category=\"Library\" hidden=\"\"><div class=\"person-post-body\"><a class=\"person-work-preview\" href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/library/intellectual-disability-severity-codes\"><span class=\"person-work-media\"><img src=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/assets/library/editorial-13517.webp\" alt=\"A woman listens thoughtfully to another person in a counseling room.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><span class=\"person-work-badge\">Medically revised</span></span><div class=\"person-work-copy\"><h3>Classification of Intellectual Disability by Severity</h3><p>Discover how severity codes in intellectual disability help classify functional needs and guide appropriate interventions and support.</p></div></a></div></article><article class=\"person-work-card\" data-editorial-contribution data-contribution-category=\"Library\" hidden=\"\"><div class=\"person-post-body\"><a class=\"person-work-preview\" href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/library/measurement-of-cognitive-capabilities\"><span class=\"person-work-media\"><img src=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/assets/editorial-247/13382.webp\" alt=\"Adults concentrate on written work in a classroom.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><span class=\"person-work-badge\">Medically revised</span></span><div class=\"person-work-copy\"><h3>Assessing Cognitive Abilities</h3><p>Discover how cognitive tests measure memory, attention, and language to aid diagnosis and treatment in neurological care.</p></div></a></div></article><article class=\"person-work-card\" data-editorial-contribution data-contribution-category=\"Library\" hidden=\"\"><div class=\"person-post-body\"><a class=\"person-work-preview\" href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/library/conditions-similar-to-bipolar-disorder\"><span class=\"person-work-media\"><img src=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/assets/library/editorial-11822.webp\" alt=\"A woman sits thoughtfully on a sofa with her hands near her face.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><span class=\"person-work-badge\">Medically revised</span></span><div class=\"person-work-copy\"><h3>Conditions Similar to Bipolar Disorder</h3><p>Discover how bipolar disorder’s mood swings overlap with other conditions, making accurate diagnosis essential.</p></div></a></div></article><article class=\"person-work-card\" data-editorial-contribution data-contribution-category=\"Library\" hidden=\"\"><div class=\"person-post-body\"><a class=\"person-work-preview\" href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/library/pseudodementia\"><span class=\"person-work-media\"><img src=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/assets/library/editorial-11826.webp\" alt=\"An older adult stretches while seated beside a bright window.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><span class=\"person-work-badge\">Medically revised</span></span><div class=\"person-work-copy\"><h3>Pseudodementia</h3><p>Pseudodementia is a set of symptoms that occurs in people with certain mental health conditions like depression, but is distinct from neurocognitive dementia.</p></div></a></div></article><article class=\"person-work-card\" data-editorial-contribution data-contribution-category=\"Library\" hidden=\"\"><div class=\"person-post-body\"><a class=\"person-work-preview\" href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/library/anger-vs-fear\"><span class=\"person-work-media\"><img src=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/assets/library/editorial-14850.webp\" alt=\"A person sits in meditation beside the sea at sunset.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" loading=\"lazy\"><span class=\"person-work-badge\">Medically revised</span></span><div class=\"person-work-copy\"><h3>The Difference Between Anger and Fear</h3><p>Explore how anger and fear, as survival tools, impact mental health and the importance of understanding and managing these emotions.</p></div></a></div></article><article class=\"person-work-card\" data-editorial-contribution data-contribution-category=\"Library\" hidden=\"\"><div class=\"person-post-body\"><a class=\"person-work-preview\" href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/library/trifluoperazine-uses-dosage-side-effects\"><span class=\"person-work-media\"><img src=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/assets/library/editorial-13320.webp\" alt=\"A woman reads the label on a medicine bottle at home.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><span class=\"person-work-badge\">Medically revised</span></span><div class=\"person-work-copy\"><h3>Trifluoperazine (Stelazine)</h3><p>Trifluoperazine (Stelazine) is an antipsychotic drug used to treat positive symptoms of schizophrenia. Learn more about how it is used, interactions, and more.</p></div></a></div></article><article class=\"person-work-card\" data-editorial-contribution data-contribution-category=\"Library\" hidden=\"\"><div class=\"person-post-body\"><a class=\"person-work-preview\" href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/library/causes-of-eating-disorders-cultural-influences\"><span class=\"person-work-media\"><img src=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/assets/library/editorial-3575.webp\" alt=\"A man speaks with a woman during a quiet conversation indoors.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><span class=\"person-work-badge\">Medically revised</span></span><div class=\"person-work-copy\"><h3>Cultural Influences Contributing to Eating Disorders</h3><p>Discover how stigma, gender norms, and media representations influence the development, perception, and persistence of eating disorders.</p></div></a></div></article><article class=\"person-work-card\" data-editorial-contribution data-contribution-category=\"Library\" hidden=\"\"><div class=\"person-post-body\"><a class=\"person-work-preview\" href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/library/fluoxetine-uses-dosage-side-effects\"><span class=\"person-work-media\"><img src=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/assets/library/editorial-17226.webp\" alt=\"A woman reads a medicine label beside her phone at home.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"586\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><span class=\"person-work-badge\">Medically revised</span></span><div class=\"person-work-copy\"><h3>Fluoxetine (Prozac)</h3><p>Fluoxetine (Prozac) is an antidepressant drug for treating depression symptoms, Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, and Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Learn more about how it is used, interactions, and more.</p></div></a></div></article><article class=\"person-work-card\" data-editorial-contribution data-contribution-category=\"Library\" hidden=\"\"><div class=\"person-post-body\"><a class=\"person-work-preview\" href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/library/bipolar-vs-major-depression-pmdd\"><span class=\"person-work-media\"><img src=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/assets/library/editorial-13106.webp\" alt=\"A woman sits on a sofa and looks thoughtfully to one side.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" loading=\"lazy\"><span class=\"person-work-badge\">Medically revised</span></span><div class=\"person-work-copy\"><h3>Bipolar Disorder, Major Depression, and PMDD Differences</h3><p>Learn how mood disorders like bipolar disorder, major depression, and PMDD share overlapping symptoms, complicating diagnosis and treatment.</p></div></a></div></article><article class=\"person-work-card\" data-editorial-contribution data-contribution-category=\"Library\" hidden=\"\"><div class=\"person-post-body\"><a class=\"person-work-preview\" href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/library/causes-of-alzheimers-disease\"><span class=\"person-work-media\"><img src=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/assets/library/editorial-17075.webp\" alt=\"An older woman and a younger relative share a close embrace.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" loading=\"lazy\"><span class=\"person-work-badge\">Medically revised</span></span><div class=\"person-work-copy\"><h3>Causes of Alzheimer’s Disease</h3><p>Discover the latest research on Alzheimer’s disease and the key factors that may contribute to its development.</p></div></a></div></article><article class=\"person-work-card\" data-editorial-contribution data-contribution-category=\"Library\" hidden=\"\"><div class=\"person-post-body\"><a class=\"person-work-preview\" href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/library/nine-symptoms-of-borderline-personality-disorder\"><span class=\"person-work-media\"><img src=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/assets/library/editorial-11822.webp\" alt=\"A woman sits thoughtfully on a sofa with her hands near her face.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><span class=\"person-work-badge\">Medically revised</span></span><div class=\"person-work-copy\"><h3>Symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder</h3><p>There are nine recognised symptoms associated with borderline personality disorder. To be diagnosed with BPD, at least five need to be present.</p></div></a></div></article><article class=\"person-work-card\" data-editorial-contribution data-contribution-category=\"Library\" hidden=\"\"><div class=\"person-post-body\"><a class=\"person-work-preview\" href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/library/chelation-therapy\"><span class=\"person-work-media\"><img src=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/assets/library/editorial-17212.webp\" alt=\"A woman smiles during a conversation with her counselor.\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" loading=\"lazy\"><span class=\"person-work-badge\">Medically revised</span></span><div class=\"person-work-copy\"><h3>How Chelation Therapy Affects Mental Health</h3><p>Learn how chelation therapy removes heavy metals from the body and its unproven potential in treating mental health conditions.</p></div></a></div></article><article class=\"person-work-card\" data-editorial-contribution data-contribution-category=\"Library\" hidden=\"\"><div class=\"person-post-body\"><a class=\"person-work-preview\" href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/library/adjustment-disorder\"><span class=\"person-work-media\"><img src=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/assets/library/editorial-18602.webp\" alt=\"A person sits with their hands resting together in their lap.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"674\" loading=\"lazy\"><span class=\"person-work-badge\">Medically revised</span></span><div class=\"person-work-copy\"><h3>Adjustment Disorder</h3><p>Adjustment disorder is a short to medium-term mental health issue that can occur after a stressful life event. It can be treated through therapy.</p></div></a></div></article><article class=\"person-work-card\" data-editorial-contribution data-contribution-category=\"Library\" hidden=\"\"><div class=\"person-post-body\"><a class=\"person-work-preview\" href=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/library/trihexyphenidyl-uses-dosage-side-effects\"><span class=\"person-work-media\"><img src=\"https://mentalhealth-v2.workspace-454808.chatgpt.site/assets/library/editorial-17234.webp\" alt=\"A healthcare professional holds a patient's hand during a conversation.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><span class=\"person-work-badge\">Medically revised</span></span><div class=\"person-work-copy\"><h3>Trihexyphenidyl (Artane)</h3><p>Trihexyphenidyl (Artane) is an antispasmodic that is used to treat Parkinson's disease and other spasmodic conditions. 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Education Saybrook University Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Integrative Mental Health 2018 - 2021 Quinnipiac University Masters Degree, Occupational Therapy 2014 - 2016 Local Communities Rochester, NY Topic Communities Self-Care References About the Author. Amazon. Dr. Brittany Ferri of National Council of Aging On How to Create Better Habits Around Stress. Medium. CEO and Founder. Simplicity of Health . Contributions Medically revised Clomipramine Clomipramine, commonly prescribed under the brand name Anafranil, is a tricyclic antidepressant used to treat obsessive-compulsive disorder. Medically revised Psychological Testing for Intellectual Disabilities Explore the differences between intellectual disabilities and learning disorders, diagnostic tests, and tailored educational plans. Medically revised Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale (WAIS) Discover how the WAIS assesses adult cognitive abilities through five key indices, offering insight into overall intellectual functioning. Medically revised Body Rhythms and Bipolar Disorder Learn how to fix your circadian rhythm and manage bipolar disorder symptoms with practical tips for better sleep and mental well-being. Medically revised The Causes of Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) Discover how genetics, brain development, and environmental factors work together to shape the causes and symptoms of Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Medically revised Children of Alcoholic Parents Explore how parental alcoholism affects children’s emotional and psychological health, and discover key strategies for support. Medically revised DSM-5 Criteria for Identifying Intellectual Disabilities Learn how intellectual disabilities are diagnosed using DSM-5 and AAIDD, with focus on intellectual and adaptive functioning deficits. Medically revised Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and Eating Disorders Explore how Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and eating disorders involve obsessive behaviors, with OCD driven by fear and eating disorders by body image. Medically revised Postpartum Depression and Nutritional Factors Learn about the causes and treatment of postpartum depression (PPD), including the role of neurotransmitter imbalances and nutritional deficiencies. Medically revised Personality Traits in Eating Disorders Discover how personality traits like perfectionism and neuroticism influence the onset, symptoms, and treatment outcomes of eating disorders. Medically revised The Risks of Self-Diagnosis in Mental Health Discover the risks of self-diagnosis in mental health and the importance of professional evaluation for accurate treatment. Medically revised Anxiety Related to Medical Conditions Discover how anxiety from medical conditions affects daily life and how combined medical and therapeutic care supports effective management. Medically revised Classification of Intellectual Disability by Severity Discover how severity codes in intellectual disability help classify functional needs and guide appropriate interventions and support. Medically revised Assessing Cognitive Abilities Discover how cognitive tests measure memory, attention, and language to aid diagnosis and treatment in neurological care. Medically revised Conditions Similar to Bipolar Disorder Discover how bipolar disorder’s mood swings overlap with other conditions, making accurate diagnosis essential. Medically revised Pseudodementia Pseudodementia is a set of symptoms that occurs in people with certain mental health conditions like depression, but is distinct from neurocognitive dementia. Medically revised The Difference Between Anger and Fear Explore how anger and fear, as survival tools, impact mental health and the importance of understanding and managing these emotions. Medically revised Trifluoperazine (Stelazine) Trifluoperazine (Stelazine) is an antipsychotic drug used to treat positive symptoms of schizophrenia. Learn more about how it is used, interactions, and more. Medically revised Cultural Influences Contributing to Eating Disorders Discover how stigma, gender norms, and media representations influence the development, perception, and persistence of eating disorders. Medically revised Fluoxetine (Prozac) Fluoxetine (Prozac) is an antidepressant drug for treating depression symptoms, Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, and Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Learn more about how it is used, interactions, and more. Medically revised Bipolar Disorder, Major Depression, and PMDD Differences Learn how mood disorders like bipolar disorder, major depression, and PMDD share overlapping symptoms, complicating diagnosis and treatment. Medically revised Causes of Alzheimer’s Disease Discover the latest research on Alzheimer’s disease and the key factors that may contribute to its development. Medically revised Symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder There are nine recognised symptoms associated with borderline personality disorder. To be diagnosed with BPD, at least five need to be present. Medically revised How Chelation Therapy Affects Mental Health Learn how chelation therapy removes heavy metals from the body and its unproven potential in treating mental health conditions. Medically revised Adjustment Disorder Adjustment disorder is a short to medium-term mental health issue that can occur after a stressful life event. It can be treated through therapy. Medically revised Trihexyphenidyl (Artane) Trihexyphenidyl (Artane) is an antispasmodic that is used to treat Parkinson's disease and other spasmodic conditions. Learn more about the medication here. Medically revised Lithium Carbonate Lithium Carbonate is an antimanic agent drug used to treat mania in bipolar disorder. Learn more about how it is used, interactions, and more. Medically revised Quetiapine (Seroquel) Quetiapine (Seroquel) is an atypical antipsychotic drug that is used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Medically revised Nortriptyline Nortriptyline is an antidepressant drug used to treat depression symptoms. Learn more about how it is used, interactions, and more Medically revised Carbamazepine (Tegretol) Carbamazepine, prescribed under the brand name Tegretol among others, is an anticonvulsant medication used to treat epilepsy and symptoms of bipolar disorder. Medically revised Chlorpromazine Chlorpromazine (Largactil) is an antipsychotic medication used to treat symptoms of schizophrenia and other disorders with symptoms of mania and psychosis. Medically revised Divalproex Sodium Divalproex Sodium is an anticonvulsant drug used to treat epilepsy and manic symptoms. Learn more about how it is used, interactions, and more. Medically revised Chlordiazepoxide (Librium) Chlordiazepoxide (Librium) is an anti-anxiety drug used to treat anxiety disorders such as Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Medically revised Temazepam Temazepam is an anti-anxiety drug that is used to treat insomnia and restlessness. Learn more about how it is used, interactions, and more. Medically revised Primidone Primidone is a barbiturate anticonvulsant medication primarily used to treat epileptic seizures. Medically revised Diphenhydramine Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine drug occasionally used to treat insomnia and Parkinson's. Learn more about how it is used, interactions, and more. Medically revised Zuclopenthixol Zuclopenthixol is an antipsychotic drug used to treat positive symptoms of schizophrenia. Learn more about how it is used, interactions, and more. Medically revised Benztropine Benztropine (Cogentin) is a medication used to treat symptoms of Parkinsonism. It helps with physical symptoms such as tremors, muscle rigidity, and movement. Medically revised Validation Therapy and Dementia Validation therapy is often used to treat dementia patients and aims to build trust between the patient and the caregiver. Find out more here. 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