Understanding and Managing Anxiety Disorders Understanding and Managing Anxiety Disorders What Are Anxiety Disorders? Anxiety disorders involve excessive fear, worry, or physical tension that interferes with daily functioning. They include conditions such as Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Panic Disorder, Phobias,…
Understanding Other Specified Depressive Disorder Understanding Other Specified Depressive Disorder What is Other Specified Depressive Disorder? Other Specified Depressive Disorder is diagnosed when depressive symptoms cause significant distress or impairment but do not fully meet the criteria for specific depressive…
Understanding Unspecified Depressive Disorder Understanding Unspecified Depressive Disorder What is Unspecified Depressive Disorder? Unspecified Depressive Disorder is diagnosed when symptoms of depression are present but do not fully meet the criteria for any specific depressive disorder. This diagnosis is used…
Understanding Depressive Disorder Due to Another Medical Condition Understanding Depressive Disorder Due to Another Medical Condition What is Depressive Disorder Due to Another Medical Condition? This condition occurs when depressive symptoms are directly caused by the physiological effects of another…
Understanding Substance/Medication-Induced Depressive Disorder Understanding Substance/Medication-Induced Depressive Disorder What Is Substance/Medication-Induced Depressive Disorder? This condition occurs when depressive symptoms develop as a direct result of the use of substances such as drugs, alcohol, or medications. The mood disturbance is caused…
Understanding Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia) Understanding Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia) and Effective Treatment Strategies What is Persistent Depressive Disorder (PDD)? Persistent Depressive Disorder (PDD), also known as dysthymia, is a chronic form of depression characterized by a consistently low mood…
Understanding Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Understanding Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) What Is DMDD? DMDD is a childhood mental health disorder characterized by severe irritability, anger, and frequent temper outbursts. Children with DMDD struggle to regulate emotions and react…
Understanding Psychotic Disorder Due to Another Medical Condition Understanding Psychotic Disorder Due to Another Medical Condition What Is This Disorder? This disorder occurs when a physical medical condition directly causes psychotic symptoms such as hallucinations or delusions. The psychosis is…
Understanding Substance/Medication-Induced Psychotic Disorder Understanding Substance/Medication-Induced Psychotic Disorder What Is This Disorder? Substance/Medication-Induced Psychotic Disorder occurs when substances such as drugs, alcohol, or prescribed medications trigger hallucinations, delusions, or disorganized thinking. Symptoms develop during or soon after substance use, withdrawal,…
