Mental disorder Also called: mental illness Overview A wide range of conditions that affect mood, thinking and behaviour. MOST COMMON TYPES Clinical depression A mental health disorder characterised by persistently depressed mood or loss of interest in activities, causing significant impairment in daily life. 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. Bipolar disorder A disorder associated with episodes of mood swings ranging from depressive lows to manic highs. Dementia A group of thinking and social symptoms that interferes with daily functioning. Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder A chronic condition including attention difficulty, hyperactivity and impulsiveness. Schizophrenia A disorder that affects a person's ability to think, feel and behav...
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