Tag Archives: Disorder

Here’s everything you need to know about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in children. Thomas E. Brown, PhD, discusses ADHD diagnosis, ADHD symptoms, available ADHD treatment options, and ADHD medication. As our expert says, ADD/ADHD is not a behavior problem. It has far more to do with the brain’s management …

Mental disorders are classified as medical conditions that affect your moods, thoughts, and behaviors. Mental disorders vary from person to person and can last either short or long term. You’ve likely heard of conditions like Schizophrenia or Obsessive Compulsive Disorder before – you know someone diagnosed with one of these …

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, or OCD, is a mental illness that is exhibited by repetitive unwanted or intrusive thoughts – the obsessions – often followed by an urge to do something repeatedly – the compulsions. It is a very serious mental illness that causes a great deal of suffering to those who …

Clinical depression and bipolar disorder can be confusing for everyone: the diagnosed person, their friends and family, and people seeking to learn more about mental health. Major Depression, Major Depressive Disorder, and bipolar disorder often have overlapping symptoms, but this is not always the case. What are the Differences Between …

Avoidant personality disorder also abbreviated as AVPD is a type of personality disorder in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (Fifth Edition) (DSM-V). This disorder is characterized by patterns of social withdrawal, inadequacy, and fear of criticism. We made this video to shed some light on the surface …

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a trauma- and stressor- related disorder that can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event, or learning that a traumatic event has happened to a loved one. Depending on the severity of the event, the trauma can range from mild to intense. In …

Eating Disorder Awareness Week is a national campaign that works to raise awareness about eating disorders and provide resources. NEDA also known as the National Eating Disorders Association started back in 2001 to bring awareness and help to those who didn’t know what was happening to their bodies. The most …

Differentiating between normal anxiety and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) can be tricky. How do you know, especially if you are a little more anxious than others, whether or not your anxiety is significant enough to qualify as a disorder? #anxiety #generalizedanxietydisorder #gad Disclaimer: This video is not meant to be …

Borderline Personality Disorder and Triangulation Personality Disorder and Triangulation.Any sort of relationships can be hard and plagued with challenges. From family clashes to friendship disagreements to love issues, handling these relationships is difficult on its own. One of the most generally acknowledged concerns in relationships is when one or both …