Addiction is a chronic, relapsing disease characterized by compulsive drug seeking and use, despite harmful consequences to the addicted individual and others around them. It is considered a disease of the brain because drugs alter the structure and function of the brain. Addiction causes individuals to be unable to maintain control over their desire to take […]
Eating disorders are a spectrum of conditions that include a variety of problematic eating behaviors, such as excessive worry about body weight and shape, self-starvation, repeated diets and binges. Those who have eating disorders may have a distorted body image and see themselves as fat when they aren’t. They may use laxatives or diuretics (drugs […]
Dissociative disorders are mental illnesses that cause a person to feel detached from his or her own identity and surroundings. Dissociation is a universal reaction to severe trauma and stress and often occurs during unpleasant or unwanted situations , such as during a physical attack, the threat of danger, or severe pain. Memory loss (amnesia) is […]
The pain and sorrow that results from the death of a loved one can often be debilitating, leaving you unsure how to carry on with life. Grief – also called bereavement – is a natural response to losing someone. It is an emotion that everyone experiences at some point in their lives. GRIEF/LOSS Disorder (VD) […]
Sexuality is a complex issue, and can be a source of difficulty for many people. Sexual problems may not always be related directly to one’s sexual orientation or gender identity. People who experience sexual difficulties often feel that they are alone and that no one else has had similar experiences. Some people may even think […]
Sleeping Difficulties are a serious concern for many people. The difficulty sleeping can include difficulty falling asleep, waking up during the night and not getting enough sleep. The lack of good quality sleep can result in other conditions and fee lings such as fatigue, irritability, poor concentration and mood changes. The good news is that there […]
Sexuality is a complex issue, and can be a source of difficulty for many people. Sexual problems may not always be related directly to one’s sexual orientation or gender identity. People who experience sexual difficulties often feel that they are alone and that no one else has had similar experiences. Some people may even think […]
Suicide is a major health problem. Most suicides are related to psychiatric disease, with depression, substance use disorders and psychosis being the most relevant risk factors. However, anxiety, personality-, eating-, and trauma-related disorders, as well as organic mental disorders, also contribute. Psychological autopsies from past revealed people who have died by suicide have suffered from […]
Work-related stress can cause you to feel like you’re always under pressure. It is not easy to talk about a stressful work, but it is possible to manage your feelings if you understand what might be causing them. For example, it could be that you are overworking without getting enough breaks or feeling anxious due to […]
Identity disorders are psychological conditions that cause a person to question his or her own identity. While these disorders are not currently considered a type of mental illness, they can be quite harmful if left untreated and can lead to serious problems in the individual’s life.