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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Schizoaffective disorder is a complex and often misunderstood condition that has a negative effect on a person’s moods, thoughts and behaviors. While the exact cause is unknown, it tends to run in families and may be due to an imbalance of certain chemicals, such as serotonin and dopamine. Knowing how to help someone with schizoaffective
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Psychosis involves a breakdown in the ability to tell what is real and what isn’t. This often manifests as hallucinations or delusions, and the person experiencing them often doesn’t realize anything is wrong. In many cases, psychosis is linked to other conditions, including serious mental health conditions such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Approximately 1
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Defining what dissociation is may be challenging, but it’s a phenomenon most experience to a certain degree. It could be arriving home after work only to realize you don’t remember the journey. You may become lost in a daydream while you’re supposed to be paying attention to a lecture, or you may feel detached from
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Hoarding disorder can have a devastating effect on a person’s quality of life and relationships. Relatives and spouses of hoarders find living with them especially frustrating. But even if you’re not sharing their home, watching someone you care about slowly burying themselves underneath endless clutter can be disheartening. Learning how to help a hoarder may
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Misunderstood and misrepresented, schizophrenia is still a subject that makes people uncomfortable to discuss and is even seen as taboo. When the condition first manifests, it can be a frightening experience for the patient and their loved ones. While serious, schizophrenia is treatable, and the sooner someone is diagnosed, the better their chances to manage
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