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Mental disorder

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A mental disorder, also called a mental illness^[2] or psychiatric disorder, is a behavioral or mental pattern that causes significant distress or impairment of personal functioning.^[3] Such features may be persistent, relapsing and remitting, or occur as a single episode. Many disorders have been described, with signs and symptoms that vary widely between specific disorders.^[4][5]Such disorders may be diagnosed by amental health professional

Synonyms	Psychiatric disorder, psychological disorder, mental illness, mental disease
Specialty	Psychiatry, clinical psychology
Symptoms	Agitation, anxiety,depression, mania,paranoia, psychosis
Complications	Cognitive impairment, social problems, suicide
Types	Anxiety disorders,eating disorders,mood disorders,neurodevelopmental disorders,personality disorders, psychotic disorders,substance use disorders
Causes	Genetic andenvironmentalfactors
Treatment	Psychotherapy, medications
Medication	Antidepressants,antipsychotics,anxiolytics, mood stabilizers
Frequency	18% per year (United States)[1]

The causes of mental disorders are often unclear. Theories may incorporate findings from a range of fields. Mental disorders are usually defined by a combination of how a person behaves, feels, perceives, or thinks.^[4] This may be associated with particular regions or functions of the brain, often in a social context. A mental disorder is one aspect of mental health. Cultural and religious beliefs, as well as social norms, should be taken into account when making a diagnosis.^[6]

Services are based in psychiatric hospitals or in the community, and assessments are carried out by mental health professionals such as psychiatrists, psychologists, and clinical social workers, using various methods such as psychometric tests but often relying on observation and questioning. Treatments are provided by various mental health professionals.Psychotherapy and psychiatric medication are two major treatment options. Other treatments include social interventions, peer support, and self-help. In a minority of cases there might be involuntary detention or treatment. Prevention programs have been shown to reduce depression.^[4]

Common mental disorders includedepression, which affects about 400 million, dementia which affects about 35 million, and schizophrenia, which affects about 21 million people globally.^[4]Stigma and discrimination can add to the suffering and disability associated with mental disorders, leading to varioussocial movements attempting to increase understanding and challengesocial exclusion.

Type of metal illness

Mental disorder

Also called: mental illness

A wide range of conditions that affect mood, thinking and behaviour.

MOST COMMON TYPES

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  Clinical depression

  A mental health disorder characterised by persistently depressed mood or loss of interest in activities, causing significant impairment in daily life.
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  Anxiety disorder

  A mental health disorder characterised by feelings of worry, anxiety or fear that are strong enough to interfere with one's daily activities.
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  Bipolar disorder

  A disorder associated with episodes of mood swings ranging from depressive lows to manic highs.
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  Dementia

  A group of thinking and social symptoms that interferes with daily functioning.
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  Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder

  A chronic condition including attention difficulty, hyperactivity and impulsiveness.
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  Schizophrenia

  A disorder that affects a person's ability to think, feel and behave clearly.
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  Obsessive compulsive disorder

  Excessive thoughts (obsessions) that lead to repetitive behaviours (compulsions).
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  Autism

  A serious developmental disorder that impairs the ability to communicate and interact.
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  Post traumatic stress disorder

  A disorder characterised by failure to recover after experiencing or
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Clinical depression

Also called: Major depression

ABOUT

SYMPTOMS

TREATMENTS

Requires a medical diagnosis

The persistent feeling of sadness or loss of interest that characterises major depression can lead to a range of behavioural and physical symptoms. These may include changes in sleep, appetite, energy level, concentration, daily behaviour or self-esteem. Depression can also be associated with thoughts of suicide.

People may experience:

Mood: anxiety, apathy, general discontent, guilt, hopelessness, loss of interest, loss of interest or pleasure in activities, mood swings, or sadness

Sleep: early awakening, excess sleepiness, insomnia, or restless sleep

Whole body: excessive hunger, fatigue, loss of appetite, or restlessness

Behavioural: agitation, excessive crying, irritability, or social isolation

Cognitive: lack of concentration, slowness in activity, or thoughts of suicide

Weight: weight gain or weight loss

Also common: poor appetite or repeatedly going over thoughts

For people who have one, worry and fear are constant and overwhelming, and can be disabling. But with treatment, many people can manage those feelings and get back to a fulfilling life

Types of Disorders

Anxiety disorder is an umbrella term that includes different conditions:

• Panic disorder. You feel terror that strikes at random. During a panic attack, you may also sweat, havechest pain, and feel palpitations(unusually strong or irregular heartbeats). Sometimes you may feel like you’re choking or having a heart attack.
• Social anxiety disorder. Also calledsocial phobia, this is when you feel overwhelming worry and self-consciousness about everyday social situations. You fixate about others judging you or on being embarrassed or ridiculed.
• Specific phobias. You feel intense fear of a specific object or situation, such as heights or flying. The fear goes beyond what’s appropriate and may cause you to avoid ordinary situations.
• Generalized anxiety disorder. You feel excessive, unrealistic worry and tension with little or no reason.

Symptoms

All anxiety disorders share some general symptoms:

• Panic, fear, and uneasiness
• Sleep problems
• Not being able to stay calm and still
• Cold, sweaty, numb or tingling hands or feet
• Shortness of breath
• Heart palpitations
• Dry mouth
• Nausea
• Tense muscles
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Slideshow: Common Phobias

Causes

Researchers don’t know exactly what brings on anxiety disorders. Like other forms ofmental illness, they stem from a combination of things, including changes in your brain and environmental stress, and even your genes. The disorders can run in families and could be linked to faulty circuits in the brain that control fear and other emotions.

Diagnosis

If you have symptoms, your doctor will examine you and ask for your medical history. She may run tests to rule out medical illnesses that might be causing your symptoms. No lab tests can specifically diagnose anxiety disorders.

If your doctor doesn’t find any medical reason for how you’re feeling, she may send you to a psychiatrist, psychologist, or another mental health specialist. Those doctors will ask you questions and use tools and testing to find out if you may have an anxiety disorder.

Your doctor will consider how long and how intense your symptoms are when diagnosing you. She’ll also check to see if the symptoms keep you from carrying out your normal activities.

Treatments

Most people with the condition try one or more of these therapies:

• Medication: Many antidepressantscan work for anxiety disorders. They include escitalopram (Lexapro) and fluoxetine (Prozac). Certain anticonvulsant medicines (typically taken for epilepsy) and low-dose antipsychotic drugs can be added to help make other treatments work better. Anxiolytics are also drugs that help lower anxiety. Examples are alprazolam (Xanax) and clonazepam (Klonopin). They’re prescribed for social or generalized anxiety disorder as well as for panic attacks.
• Psychotherapy: This is a type ofcounseling that addresses the emotional response to mental illness. A mental health specialist helps you by talking about how to understand and deal with your anxiety disorder.
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy: This is a certain type of psychotherapy that teaches you how to recognize and change thought patterns and behaviors that trigger deep anxiety or panic.

Managing Symptoms

These tips may help you control or lessen your symptoms:

• Cut down on foods and drinks that have caffeine, such as coffee, tea, cola, energy drinks, and chocolate.Caffeine is a mood-altering drug, and it may make symptoms of anxiety disorders worse.
• Eat right, exercise, and get bettersleep. Brisk aerobic exercises likejogging and biking help release brain chemicals that cut stress and improve your mood.
• Sleep problems and anxiety disorder often go hand in hand. Make getting good rest a priority. Follow a relaxing bedtime routine. Talk to your doctor if you still have trouble sleeping.
• Ask your doctor or pharmacist before taking any over-the-counter meds or herbal remedies. Many contain chemicals that can make anxiety symptoms worse.

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