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	Dr. Ilyssa Hershey BellaOnline's Mental Health Editor

Dissociation, Fantasy, Idealization and more
More Psychological Mechanisms D to P

International Classification of Diseases (ICD) 10
Have you ever wondered how they came up with what classifies a ´mental disorder?´ This article provides a look at how researchers have come up with the ICD - or international classification of diseases.

Mental Health Terms Glossary A-G
Read this comprehensive list of mental health disorder terms and definitions. Learn more about what could be ailing you or someone you love.

Projection, Rationalization, Repression and more
Psychological Defense Mechanisms P to R

What are Psychological Defense Mechanisms?
Learn about different defense mechanisms some may use to cope with impulsive feelings or anxiety. Inside you will find defense mechanisms listed alphabetically A to D. The rest of them E-Z will be found under the "glossary of terms" subject title.

What is Mental Illness
Mental illness can be difficult to understand and often society has a hard time not making fun of it. A clear and concise definition of what it is - and isn´t.

What is Psychosis
Psychosis is a misunderstood symptom of many mental illnesses. Here is an explanation in plain English.