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psychologists. Specialists in psychology who can provide evaluation, assessment, testing and treatment of mental disorders. Usually have a doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in psychology.

psychology. Branch of science that deals with the mind, mental processes and behaviors.

psychomotor. Pertaining to voluntary physical movement.

psychosis. A mental disturbance characterized by a loss of contact with reality. Delusions and hallucinations are often present.

psychosomatic. Pertaining to the relationship of the mind and body. Psychosomatic illnesses are those in which physical symptoms are caused or aggravated by emotional factors.

psychotherapist. Term for anyone who provides psychotherapy, with or without specialized licensure or training.

psychotherapy. A method of treating mental disorders that involves verbal and nonverbal communication about thoughts, feelings, emotions and behaviors in individual, group or family sessions in order to change unhealthy patterns of coping, relieve emotional distress and encourage personality growth and improved interpersonal relations. Also called counseling or talk therapy.

psychotic. Delusions or hallucinations that cause disorganized thinking, unusual behaviors and loss of touch with reality.

purging. Removing unwanted substances, such as food from the stomach through vomiting or laxative use, as seen in some eating disorders.

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