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What are the warning signs to identify mental illness?
There are many forms of mental illness. General principles: falling off of role responsibilities, loss of interest in things, not showing up, suicidal thoughts, drunken stupor, READ MORE
There are many forms of mental illness. General principles: falling off of role responsibilities, loss of interest in things, not showing up, suicidal thoughts, drunken stupor, stopping breathing and turning blue -- like I said, there are many illnesses.
What can I do for my fears?
Seek help, meditate, yoga, make a worry appointment with yourself, so that's the time of day you write down your worries.
Can bipolar disorder affect anyone at any age?
It usually starts in young adulthood, rarely childhood. It's very unlikely to start after 35.
Is thinking about diseases a mental disorder?
Hypochondria is treated with SSRI medication and psychotherapy.
I am taking medication for my OCD, but I don’t feel very good. What should I do?
Behavior therapy, and change medication. It is usually best with both exposure therapy, response prevention therapy, and medication.
When is it the right time to see a doctor for depression?
Try reaching out to local hospitals.
I have a fear of heights. What can I do about it?
Gradually increase your exposure to heights.
Why am I not happy as all other moms around me are?
You could have postpartum depression. See a doctor as well as a cognitive behavioral therapist. Get out of the mindset of comparing.
How does psychotherapy work in treating OCD?
OCD is treated with behavior therapy: exposure and response prevention. NOT CBT, just BT. Best outcomes are behavior therapy plus medication.
At night, thinking prevents me from sleeping. Can I do anything about it?
Don't lie in bed more than 20 minutes. Avoid screens for an hour before bed. Listen to music podcasts, or color. Learn meditation. Journal and make appointments so it's not at READ MORE
Don't lie in bed more than 20 minutes. Avoid screens for an hour before bed. Listen to music podcasts, or color. Learn meditation. Journal and make appointments so it's not at bed time.
My son watches the same movie over and over
Good to get away from so much screen time. Find out what else he might like to do or have him exercise while watching. If you can, keep food away. He might need an evaluation. READ MORE
Good to get away from so much screen time. Find out what else he might like to do or have him exercise while watching. If you can, keep food away. He might need an evaluation.
Is memory loss a side effect of schizoaffective disorder treatment?
Depends on the statement. He should get a thorough neurological evaluation.
I am a new mother and I don’t feel too much love for my child. What is wrong with me?
Not everyone bonds right away. It can be post partum depression that might need to be looked into, or it could be that babies don't give back until they are a few months old and READ MORE
Not everyone bonds right away. It can be post partum depression that might need to be looked into, or it could be that babies don't give back until they are a few months old and can smile and become endearing.
Can high TSH levels cause depression?
Yes, hypothyroidism can lead to depressive symptoms.
My husband’s death has left my son shattered. How can I help him cope with the loss?
Let him know you are there and if he wants any more of his father's things or memories, he can let you know.
Vivid daydreams
Set a timer to buzz ten minutes into the daydream. Perhaps psychotherapy may be useful.
Is depression a sign of madness?
I don't know if he's drinking. Ask if he'd like to talk with someone.
Is yoga helpful in treating sleep disorder?
Yes, but there are other causes of sleep problems. There is CBT for insomnia and other reasons for fatigue. Make sure you get a general check-up.
Does a schizophrenia patient also suffer from memory loss?
Can be either or both
Is stress a medical condition or an emotional term?
It is a disruption of the body or mind, it is not a diagnosis.
