Mental Health
Explore our mental health resources to get a deeper understanding of mental health conditions and practical strategies for maintaining a healthy mind.
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Causes
Mental health issues can stem from a complex interplay of genetic, biological, environmental, and psychological factors.
Definition
Mental health conditions encompass a wide range of disorders that affect thoughts, emotions, behavior, and overall well being.
Diagnosis
Diagnosing mental health conditions involves a comprehensive assessment of symptoms, personal history, and clinical evaluation.
Management
Managing mental health often involves a combination of therapy, medication, self-care practices, and help from a support system.
Prevention
For many, knowing what exacerbates mental health issues is the first step in understanding how to prevent them.
Recovery
Recovery from mental health issues often involves a combination of therapy, support systems, and, in some cases, medication.
Related Conditions
Various health conditions can impact mental health, exacerbating existing conditions like anxiety, depression, and more.
Symptoms
The signs of mental health issues can vary widely but may include changes in mood, thoughts, and behavior. Read more on symptoms.
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Management
Mental Health: Finding the Help You Need
When your life spins out of control, asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Treatment
Knowing When to Seek Treatment for Mental Health Disorders
Families, spouses, or friends are often the first to suspect that their loved one is challenged by feelings, behaviors, or environmental conditions that cause them to act disruptive, rebellious, or sad.
Common mental health conditions
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Types
Major Depression
Depression is a serious mood disorder. It touches every part of your life and is caused by a chemical imbalance in your brain. Treatment involves medicine and counseling.
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Definition
Overview of Mood Disorders
A mood disorder is a mental health class. The term is used to broadly describe all types of depression and bipolar disorders.
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Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
If you tend to worry a lot, even when there’s no reason, you may have generalized anxiety disorder or GAD. Medicine and lifestyle changes can help.
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Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Posttraumatic stress disorder is a debilitating anxiety that can affect people who have been through or seen a traumatic event. Counseling and medicine can help.
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a common anxiety disorder. It causes unreasonable thoughts, fears, or worries. A person with OCD tries to manage these thoughts through rituals.
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Substance Abuse or Chemical Dependence
Learn about substance abuse and dependence, including causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.
See what your symptoms may be saying
These quick assessments are a great way to gain insights into these mental health conditions.
Depression Risk Assessment
This questionnaire can help you find out how likely you are to have depression.
Do You Have a Substance Abuse Problem?
Sometimes, people who abuse drugs aren't aware they have a problem. This assessment is for people who regularly use drugs and wonder if they have issues with abuse or addiction.
Understanding Your Response to Stress
Recognizing the symptoms of stress in your life is one step toward managing it. This assessment will help you learn your particular stress symptoms.
Spotlight on stress
Treatment
The Power of Meditation
Meditation allows you to become more aware and more deliberate about your actions. It teaches you how to respond rather than react to situations in your life.
