Mental Health Issues

Mental illness is a broad term that refers to a group of illnesses that can cause symptoms that affect a person's thinking, perceptions, mood, or behaviour. An individual suffering from any sort of mental illness may find it hard to manage his work. He even finds it difficult to carry on his relationships and fulfill other responsibilities. The link between stress and mental illness is complicated, but it is known that stress can exacerbate a mental illness episode. Most people can manage their mental illnesses with medication, counseling, or both. This blog article lists some of the more common mental health issues and mental illnesses.

Anxiety Disorders

Anxiety disorder is a mental illness that includes generalized anxiety disorders, social phobias, specific phobias (such as agoraphobia and claustrophobia), panic disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and post-traumatic stress disorder. Anxiety disorders, if left untreated, can have a significant impact on people's daily lives.

Behavioural and Mental Disorders

Antisocial personality disease, conduct disorder (CD), and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder(ADHD) are all common behavioural disorders in children. Behavioural and mental disorders can be treated by therapy, counseling, and medication.

Bipolar Effective Disorder

Bipolar affective disorder, also known as manic depression,' is a type of mood disorder. A person with bipolar disorder has episodes of mania (elation) and depression. The individual may or may not have psychotic symptoms. Although the precise cause is unknown, a genetic predisposition has been established. 

Depression

Depression is a mood disorder characterised by a low mood, a loss of interest and enjoyment, and a loss of energy. It is more than just being sad. Depression comes in various forms and symptoms. Depression has different degrees of severity and symptoms. Depression symptoms can increase the likelihood of suicidal thoughts or behaviours.

Dissociative Disorders

Dissociation is a mental process in which a person disconnects from their thoughts, feelings, memories, or sense of self. Dissociative disorders include amnesia, fugue, depersonalization, and identity disorder.

Eating Disorders

Anorexia, bulimia nervosa and other binge eating disorders are all examples of eating disorders. The individuals affected by eating disorders can have severe psychological and physical consequences.

Schizophrenia

A complex psychotic disorder marked by disruptions in thinking and emotions as well as a distorted perception of reality is medically known as schizophrenia. Hallucinations, delusions, thought disorder, social withdrawal, lack of motivation, and impaired thinking and memory are some of the symptoms of schizophrenia. Suicide is a major concern for people suffering from schizophrenia. Schizophrenia does not result in a split personality.

Post-traumatic Disorder

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop in the aftermath of any traumatic event. A car or other serious accident, physical or sexual assault, war-related events or torture, or natural disasters such as bushfires or floods can all qualify.