It’s very important to be able to spot the warning signs of psychosis. By learning to recognize the signs of a psychotic break, you can get treatment for yourself or a loved one. Let’s take a look at psychotic break symptoms and find out how to differentiate them from similar conditions. What Is Psychosis? Psychosis […]
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Paranoid personality disorder can be a devastating condition that cuts the affected person off from those closest to them. It’s important to recognize the signs of PPD disorder so you can get help as quickly as possible. Let’s take a look at what paranoid personality disorder is and how you can get help to recover
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Bipolar disorder is a serious mental illness marked by intense mood swings. It can be difficult to detect due to its varying symptoms and similarities to other mental health conditions. Being able to identify bipolar disorder symptoms in females or males can make it easier to get yourself or a loved one needed help. Explore
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Over 1 in 4 Americans suffer from some type of diagnosable mental disorder each year. That’s around 25% of the population of the United States that could potentially benefit from mental health support and resources, both in times of crisis and in the months and years that follow. Mental Health America (MHA) is one organization
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Sometimes, it’s difficult to recognize when a child is just strong-willed or when something else might be at play. Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) typically begins between the ages of 2 and 3. The signs of ODD can vary but usually have a significant detrimental impact on family, school and social activities. If your child often
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An estimated 6 out of every 100 people in the United States will experience post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, at some point in their lives. Fortunately, treatments are available to help those with PTSD cope with the condition, and recognizing PTSD symptoms in yourself or a loved one is the first step toward getting help.
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An estimated 1.6% to 2.3% of people in the United States have obsessive-compulsive disorder or OCD, a condition that can make working, attending school and completing daily living tasks difficult. Fortunately, treatments are available for OCD that can help people manage symptoms and improve their quality of life. The first step in getting help is
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If you have social anxiety disorder or a social phobia, it’s important to reach out for help as soon as possible. Social anxiety often gets worse over time without treatment. So how can you tell whether you have a social phobia or are simply experiencing normal human worries? Here’s some information that will help you
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Every year, 11% of people experience a panic attack, and for around 2% to 3% of Americans, these attacks are part of the symptoms of panic disorder. If you suspect you may have panic disorder, being able to recognize the warning signs of the condition will help you decide whether to seek treatment. What Is
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Obsessive-compulsive disorder affects an estimated 1 out of every 100 adults. It can occur at any age and is often characterized by obsessive thoughts and/or compulsive behaviors. Someone who constantly worries about whether they’ve locked the door or turned off the stove is one example of a person with obsessive thoughts that could indicate OCD.
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