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Name some disorders with lack of empathy?

Some disorders associated with lack of empathy include narcissistic personality disorder, antisocial personality disorder, and certain forms of autism spectrum disorder. These disorders can hinder an individual's ability to understand or connect with others' emotions and perspectives.


What is the proper name for someone who studies the mind?

A psychologist is the proper name for someone who studies the mind.


What is the difference between disability and disorder?

Simply put a disorder can cause a disability. A disability (meaning impaired, as in physical functioning) is a physical or mental impairment that prevents an individual functioning as most people could. A disorder (an ailment that affects the function of mind or body) is the name given to a disease which may sometimes manifest in such a was as to cause a disability. Not all disorders (eg an eating disorder) cause a disability


How many mental disorders are there?

There are many disorders (Here are some I can name): Anorexia- Where the person starves themselves. Bulimia- Consuming large amounts of food and throwing it up. Binge eating disorder- Eating a lot without throwing up. Conduct disorders- Where the rights of others are violated, which means that people with this disorder would lie, mistreat other property, and be violent along with other symptoms and such. Schizophrenia- The person has no contact with reality and can't tell the difference between real and fake events. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)- Don't feel like giving a definition. Then there are Anxiety Disorders:Phobias Obsessive-compulsive disorder Panic disorder Post-traumatic stress disorder There are also Mood Disorders: Clinical depression Bipolar disorder And last but not least there are Personality Disorders: Antisocial personality disorder Borderline personality disorder Passive-aggressive personality disorder Avoidant Personality Disorder Dependent Personality Disorder Histrionic Personality Disorder Narcissistic Personality Disorder


Could someone have ADD even though the results of her EEG came back normal?

An EEG currently cannot diagnose ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, another name for ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder). It can tell whether or not there are any areas of the brain that are concerning for seizures or a lack of activity, but they are not diagnostic of this condition. They have started trying to use them to predict ADHD behaviors, but this is in the research phase. I would suggest you see a physician and get tested for ADHD in the normal fashion.