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75 Example Questions (6 closed)

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Is there a reward system in the brain when learning something new?
added by Arborvitae Mar 19 '13 at 14:47
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How do various attributes of intelligence correlate to certain types of mental illness? (Huge topic I'd love to explore in detail.) [closed]
added by Andrew Lundin Feb 22 '13 at 15:45
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closed as not a real question by Robert Cartaino Feb 23 '13 at 16:41

It's difficult to tell what is being asked here. This question is ambiguous, vague, incomplete, overly broad, or rhetorical and cannot be reasonably answered in its current form.
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Why can children learn languages so much faster than adults?
added by Arborvitae Mar 19 '13 at 14:34
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Being rejected by a crush gets me very depressed and I get thoughts of self-harm/suicide, but if they even smile at me I get ecstatic. Is that normal? [closed]
added by Eric Alan Solo Feb 22 '13 at 7:41
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closed as not constructive by Ben Brocka, jonsca, BenjiWiebe, Josh, hairboat♦ Feb 26 '13 at 15:15

This question is not a good fit to our Q&A format. We expect answers to generally involve facts, references, or specific expertise; this question will likely solicit opinion, debate, arguments, polling, or extended discussion.
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I often play online games/chat online with a friend who I feel is depressed. Without being physically present, what can I do to help them?
added by Digital Galaxy Feb 23 '13 at 1:05
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<comments removed> Please do not use comments to answer these questions. This proposal is not part of a Q&A site, and the task at hand is to help define what is on and off topic for a site. Comments are here to help improve the questions; not to answer them. Thank you. – Robert Cartaino Feb 25 '13 at 15:14
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Can CBT be used to treat chronic pain? Or can it only be used to treat depression and anxiety which appears as a result of the chronic pain condition?
added by Leebeloola Mar 10 '13 at 16:53
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What criteria should a patient use to find a psychiatrist?
added by Leebeloola Mar 10 '13 at 16:57
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How should a person go about choosing a mental health professional? What are the differences between seeing a psychiatrist, psychologist, & counselor?
added by maryintx Apr 2 '13 at 3:17
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Why is it that today's prescription dope abusers are often yesterday's school-children that were victims of forced ritalin and other psychotropics?
added by dennyoden Feb 22 '13 at 5:40
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How does an activist like Aaron know when to quit? When they have given too much to the cause? [closed]
added by Digital Galaxy Feb 23 '13 at 1:12
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closed as not constructive by Robert Cartaino Feb 23 '13 at 16:39

This question is not a good fit to our Q&A format. We expect answers to generally involve facts, references, or specific expertise; this question will likely solicit opinion, debate, arguments, polling, or extended discussion.
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Is it true that some people don't want to get out of depression because they find a kind of pleasure in it?
added by SlimShaggy Feb 23 '13 at 6:59
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Is there any known way to cure OCD or, at least, disable anxiety "on demand", fast and for sure?
added by user78835 Feb 26 '13 at 22:39
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Feeling happiness while something wrong has influenced your life is more dangerous for your mental health or sadness?
added by Persian Cat Mar 4 '13 at 1:04
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What are some warning signs that an aging parent may not be fully mentally functioning? How can you address it without causing conflict?
added by maryintx Apr 2 '13 at 3:48
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Is it healthy to cry a lot? How can a person prone to crying avoid doing so at inappropriate times?
added by maryintx Apr 2 '13 at 3:51
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If life is a roller coaster and manic/depression episodes are the extreme ups and downs, do the proper meds turn the extremes into small bumps?
added by Mike Gray Feb 22 '13 at 4:45
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Is it possible to hypnotize oneself? If so, how?
added by Manishearth Feb 22 '13 at 5:46
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I consider it fully bullshit. You can't do it. – gioypi Feb 23 '13 at 18:57
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@gioy doesn't matter, it's just an example question(an answer saying that you can't do it and why is great) . "normal" hypnotism is an established psychological trick, it's a perfectly valid question to ask if it can be done to oneself (effectively, tricking ones mind) – Manishearth Feb 24 '13 at 4:24
Also, could whoever that VTC'd explain why? I don't really see how this is NC :s While the hypnotism seen in movies is crap, hypnotism is still an established, mainstream technique . – Manishearth Feb 24 '13 at 4:27
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How can you protect your mind against brainwashing?
added by Persian Cat Mar 4 '13 at 1:07
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Are there any scientific studies that show brain improvement from nootropics ? What is the consensus?
added by Gaʀʀʏ Mar 6 '13 at 2:40
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Why do things in the present seem far more important to us than when we look back on them after months of time has passed?
added by Gaʀʀʏ Mar 6 '13 at 15:47
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Is there any scientific research to prove war can cause "precocious puberty" in children who are under war influences?
added by Persian Cat Mar 7 '13 at 7:47
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Is it scientific to say people who believe in Racism and proud of it need an expert psychotherapy?
added by Persian Cat Mar 9 '13 at 11:29
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What are most effective neurofeedback systems?
added by garthoid Mar 12 '13 at 3:17
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My father recently took part in a serious dietary change for heart health which doesn't allow any oils. What effects might this have on his cognition?
added by Josh Mar 13 '13 at 17:47
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How can you counter friend's and loved one's assertions that you should "just snap out of it" when you discuss depression?
added by Remmy42 Mar 13 '13 at 22:50
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How are insomnia and depression linked?
added by Computer Linguist Mar 14 '13 at 2:35
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Vitamin supplements such as Feraglobin are advertised as combating fatigue, but can such supplements help with depression related fatigue?
added by AvieRose Mar 19 '13 at 20:01
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What are the effects of improving physical health on mental health?
added by Prem Anand Mar 22 '13 at 6:33
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How does one perform an instant induction?
added by Keelan Mar 23 '13 at 20:25
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Can depression be self-controlled and how can this be achieved?
added by Vasjen Katro Apr 5 '13 at 14:34
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I don't have OCD, yet I have a few minor quirks regarding symmetric placement, etc. How can I deal with this?
added by Manishearth Feb 22 '13 at 18:19
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Why is it that anger seems to be the easiest and most available feeling to access/react with when depressed?
added by Chaddling Feb 27 '13 at 0:06
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Is it okay you wish you could shake up life and do something different just at least for one day? Do you feel depressed when you cannot do this? [closed]
added by Darkhorse Feb 23 '13 at 19:09
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closed as not constructive by Eva, Robert Cartaino Feb 25 '13 at 15:18

This question is not a good fit to our Q&A format. We expect answers to generally involve facts, references, or specific expertise; this question will likely solicit opinion, debate, arguments, polling, or extended discussion.
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I am suspicious of drugs or stopped due to bad side effects. What are some resources regarding meditation, or other alternative forms of healing?
added by Digital Galaxy Feb 23 '13 at 0:59
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Are list questions considered nonconstructive for SE sites? – Eva Feb 24 '13 at 17:52
Resources to aid in healing after drug usage? – Gaʀʀʏ Mar 6 '13 at 2:45
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Can a site like http://www.lumosity.com really improve your mental health?
added by Kirk Strobeck Feb 26 '13 at 22:24
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