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Some types of depression run in families, suggesting that a biological vulnerability can be inherited. This seems to be the case with bipolar disorder. Studies of families in which members of each generation develop bipolar disorder found that those with the illness have a somewhat different genetic makeup than those who do not get ill. Related Article Tags: , ,
If you are a family member who deals with another's mental illness, chances are your life can get very full and often confusing. OK, so your life has changed. Things are a bit different after the diagnosis of a family member's illness. It could be a daughter with bi-polar, a husband with clinical depression or your own sudden experiences with panic disorder. I hope this article about healthy boundaries helps. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , ,
The ‘Gemstones’ are the most gorgeous, sparkling, dynamic, and twisting gems, which fascinate tremendously all the interested fans. The lovers of gemstones are everywhere else around the world. Most of the people would like to wear the gemstones which are quite rare to find or come by like lapis lazuli, peridot, jade, and sapphire, etc. Related Article Tags: , , , , , ,
Recent headline: "Road Rage may be due to medical condition called Intermittent Explosive Disorder (IED)"
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The study, reported in the June (2006) issue of the Archives of General Psychiatry was based on a national face-to-face survey of 9,282 U.S. adults who answered diagnostic questionnaires in 2001-03. It was funded by the National Institute of Mental Health. Related Article Tags: , , ,
If you are the parent or loved one of one of today's teenagers, you have probably heard about eating disorders. Teens are bombarded with images of stick-thin stars, and are told that to be thin is to be popular. If you think you know someone with an eating disorder, these are the signs to look for.
Do you know someone who is sometimes almost manic but at others seems depressed? Do their moods shift from a "high" to a "low"? If you do, then you might know someone who has what has been diagnosed as bipolar disorder. Related Article Tags: , , , ,
Alzheimer's disease is a form of a mental disorder that is also known as "dementia", a brain disorder that affects and seriously impedes the brain's ability to process rational or normal thought. This usually results in limiting the amount of daily activities that require the use of cognitive abilities of its sufferers. Alzheimer's is a debilitating disease because it affects the part of the brain that is responsible for thought, memory, and language. Related Article Tags: , ,
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Parents, siblings and spouses dealing wtih a family member's mental illness face unique challenges. Here are my top 5 ways to keep the family involved and moving forward. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , ,
Social Anxiety Disorder is a Psychiatric disorder that attacks one out of every eight Americans. Those who have the disorder can become physically sick in social situations. This disorder can devastate more than your self esteem, it can destroy your marriage, finances and many other aspects of your life. The disorder is characterized by fear of social situations. Related Article Tags: , , ,
Alzheimer's disease is mainly a brain disorder that involves the deterioration of mental functions. This illness mainly results from the gradual shrinking of brain tissues. This type of brain disorder is also known as dementia or diffuse -brain- atrophy. Related Article Tags: , , ,
Physical differences have been observed among people who are prone to panic attacks or develop panic disorders. The following are descriptions of these physical differences...
Everyone occasionally feels blue or sad, but these feelings are usually temporary and will pass within a couple days. Clinical depression is a state of sadness that has advanced to the point of being disruptive to an individuals's functioning and daily activities of life and causes pain for both the person and those who care about him or her. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , ,
For some people they may not realize that they have a sleeping disorder. They may just think that they are restless and have a hard time falling asleep at night. However, for some this may not be the reason at all. Some of these people that are not sleeping at night, may have sleep apnea. Related Article Tags: , , , ,
Manic depression, which is commonly know as bipolar affective disorder, or as bipolar disorder is a combination of several mood disorders. Depending upon the type of bipolar disorder a person is suffering with, he experience mood swings from high episodes of mania to low episodes of depression. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , , ,
Autism is a very common type of pervasive developmental disorder that generates serious communicational and behavioral impairments. People with autism experience pronounced difficulties in interacting with others. Also, patients diagnosed with autism have poor imaginative skills, engage in repetitive, stereotype behaviors and manifest a strong resistance to change. In many cases, autism can also involve a certain degree of mental retardation. Related Article Tags: , , , ,
Knowing the signs and symptoms of Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are the keys to helping those afflicted cope with it and get the treatments they need to live with this disorder, but since symptoms are broad across many areas, make sure that you are diagnosing the right ailment. Related Article Tags: , , ,
At some time in their childhood almost all children experience the sleep disorder of having a nightmare. They are common in children and can begin as early as two years old. They are most common in children between three and twelve years old and are considered part of the normal developmental process. However, only about 3 percent, experience night terrors, also called sleep terrors. Both of these sleep disorders can be very frightening to a child. Related Article Tags: , , ,
Bipolar disorder, or manic-depressive illness (MDI), is one of the most common, severe, and persistent mental illnesse
It is not easy to deal with your bipolar disorder and your fears. The first step anyone should do is to talk to a professional. Getting help from a counselor or other professional is very important and can provide you with much help and insights in dealing with your current problem. In the meantime, here are some techniques a person can use to help manage their fears and bipolar disorder.
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