Two major depressive disorders are major depressive disorder and persistent depressive disorder. Major depressive disorder is a sad mood or loss of interest and pleasure with at least 5 symptoms present. Persistent depressive disorder is an individual having a depressed mood for at least 2 years and 1 year for children or adolescents. The epidemiology…
Women are twice as likely as men to have an anxiety disorder and experience greater functional impairment. Possible explanations for gender differences include women may be more likely to report symptoms, men are more likely to be encouraged to face fears and feel a sense of control over situations, women are more likely to experience…
Marijuana is a drug derived from dried and crushed leaves and flowering tops of the hemp plant or cannabis sativa. It is most often smoked, but it can be chewed, prepared as a tea, or eaten in baked goods. Hashish is stronger than marijuana and is produced by drying the resin exudate of the tops…
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder is characterized by hyperactive behaviors that are extreme for a particular developmental period, persistent across different impairment situations, and linking to significant impairments in functioning. There may be particularly difficulty controlling their activity in situations that call for sitting still such as classrooms. They may also experience difficulty getting along with peers caused.…
The purpose of cognitive behavioral therapy is the attend to thoughts, perceptions, judgements, self-statements, and unconscious assumptions through cognitive restructuring such as changing a pattern of thought or changes in thinking that can change feelings, behaviors, and symptoms. Cognitive behavioral therapy is recommended as a treatment for a multitude of mental health issues and disorders such…
After more than a year spent in pandemic lockdown, life seems to be getting back to a pre-COVID-19 activity level. However, the SARS-CoV-2 delta variant is causing growing concern about a resurgence of the virus.First identified in India in December of 2020, the delta variant (also known as B. 1.617.2) swept rapidly through that country…
Fatigue can be one of the first symptoms of depression, and one of the most noticeable. Those with depression might find themselves thinking things like “I’m tired of being tired,” or “I just want to sleep the day away.” Are you wondering why depression makes you tired? We’re here to explore several reasons why those…
What differentiates stress and anxiety?The symptoms of anxiety and stress are very similar. Stress is a result of external influences or stressors, like relationship issues, a move, a job change, or a health problem. Stress can have a range of symptoms, from headaches and uneasiness to sleeping problems and nausea. Anxiety is a result of…
The process ofsearching for a therapist can be daunting. There are plenty of factors to consider that are akin to finding a doctor: Does she accept my insurance? Is his office close enough to where I live? Does she have special training in the areas that I need help with? Do they do telemental/phonic health?…
Did you know that exercise is crucial in maintaining your mental health? Our bodies are remarkable and when given the correct tools. Exercise has been shown to help regulate stress, anxiety, depression and other mental health challenges. In the article “Get Moving to Manage Stress,” written by authors from the Mayo Clinic, we read, “After…
