diagnosis indicators

Last reviewed 01/2018

Psychological treatments are indicated primarily for:

  • acute and chronic neuroses
  • personality disorders
  • psychosexual problems
  • reactions to life crises

Psychological treatment may also have a role in the general management of:

  • psychosomatic disorders
  • emotional and conduct disorders in children
  • habit disorders (eg substance abuse, eating disorders)
  • non-organic psychoses during remission
  • mental handicap
  • psychological reactions to physical illness