Understanding neurochemistry, clinical symptoms, and interpersonal strategies is vital for managing PTSD, narcissism, and various mood disorders.
If you've ever experienced a panic attack, you probably live in tremendous fear of the next. Panic attacks can feel like you're having a heart attack or dying. While vitamins are not a cure, certain nutrients may alleviate anxiety and possibly decrease the frequency of panic attacks.
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Parents and teachers typically suspect a child has autism when communication skills including speech, following directions and ability to interpret nonverbal cues are delayed.
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Occasional tiredness is normal, but if you are frequently or constantly tired, you are likely suffering from fatigue. It may be brought on by a minor condition or it may signal a life-threatening illness. Weakness is uncommon in young, healthy adults and therefore warrants an evaluation.
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Anxiety in sport is most common in competitive sports environments and could also be termed competitive stress. A lack of consensus makes it difficult to clearly define anxiety and stress in sport, but one definition, proposed by sport psychology consultant Dr.
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Anxiety neurosis is the psychological disorder most commonly referred to as generalized anxiety disorder, or GAD. Sufferers of GAD make up nearly 1/5 of all anxiety diagnoses in adults, or 3.1 percent of the U.S. population.
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Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is a developmental condition that mostly affects children, although adults can suffer from it, too. It is characterized by inattentiveness, impulsive behavior and concentration problems.
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According to the Mayo Clinic, the top health problems in America vary slightly between men and women. Men are more likely to commit suicide, and it is the eighth most common health problem for men. Men and women both need to be concerned, however, about the health problems that are common to both of them.
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Ritalin and Adderall, known generically as methylphenidate and amphetamine, respectively, are commonly prescribed to treat symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder or ADHD. When used as directed under proper medical supervision, Ritalin and Adderall have limited side effects.
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The modern world has no corner on the market when it comes to day-to-day stress and anxiety. After a tough day at the forum, even the ancient Romans turned to medicinal herbs to calm their nerves. Some of these traditional remedies have carried into the 21st century and continue to be used for anxiety.
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The constantly changing landscape of a rapidly growing child can create episodes of anxiety. Going to an unfamiliar house to meet new people or going to a new daycare center can create anxiety. Rather than using drug therapy, there are natural remedies for anxiety that are generally considered safe for children.
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Anxiety is a normal response to fear and stress; however, persistent feelings of anxiety and worry may be a sign that you have an anxiety disorder.
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Antidepressants were the third most common drug prescribed in the United States between 2005 and 2008, according to the National Center for Health Statistics. In addition to their ability to treat depression, many of these drugs can affect body weight.
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Adderall is a combination drug that contains two central nervous system stimulants: dextroamphetamine and amphetamine.
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The National Institute of Mental Health notes that that the differences between an infant with autism and an infant without the disorder become apparent between 12 and 36 months of age.
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There are almost 6 million Americans aged 18 and older who are affected by bipolar disorder, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. Bipolar disorder is also called manic-depressive disorder because it causes shifts in mood between depression and mania.
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The fear of flying is a common phobia. Phobias are classified as an anxiety disorder and a specific fear that individuals experience, according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV-TR).
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Unfortunately, mental abuse receives far less attention than physical abuse. Mental abuse can be just as devastating as physical abuse, however, particularly in the context of an intimate relationship that relies on trust and respect to function properly.
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Depakote is the brand name for the medication divalproex sodium (or valproate semisodium). Depakote is a medication that affects the brain and is prescribed to manage many neurological diseases and conditions, including mania episodes of bipolar disorder, seizures and epilepsy and the prevention of migraine headaches.
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Panic disorder and obsessive compulsive disorder, or OCD, are types of anxiety disorders. These conditions may cause panic attacks, compulsive behaviors and obsessive thoughts, sometimes resulting in a disabling impact on one's life. These disorders may be treatable with a combination of medication and psychotherapy.
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In herbal medicine, passionflower refers to Passiflora incarnate, one of several hundred species of flowering plants and vines that make up the Passiflora genus.
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