Mental Health

Dissociative identity disorder, also known as multiple personality disorder or MPD, can create confusion and uncertainty in those who don’t understand it. But if left untreated, the symptoms of DID can be both physically and mentally devastating. Here are some facts about DID that may be surprising to you, along with some first-hand accounts that will help you understand this complex disorder better. What Is D.I.D? Dissociative identity disorder (D.I.D.) is a mental illness in which the person has two or more different personality states that control their behavior at different times. These states can be very different and may have nothing in common with each other, such as being male and female, old and young, animal or object, etc. It's important to know that these personality states are not a new set of personalities; they are just different aspects of one individual. Symptoms of DID Dissociative identity disorder can cause people to feel like they are in a trance or dre...

Separation anxiety disorder (SAD) is a serious condition that affects young children, teenagers, and adults alike. This disorder causes intense fear of being separated from one’s parents or loved ones and can severely disrupt one’s life, making it difficult to attend school or work, or keep up good relationships with friends and family. What is Separation Anxiety Disorder? Separation anxiety disorder (SAD) is the most common anxiety disorder among children, adolescents, and adults. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 3.5% of school-aged children experience it in any given year and 17% will experience SAD at some point during their lifetime. SAD can happen when your brain begins to associate places or events with being separated from someone or something you love or cherish. What Causes Separation Anxiety? It's normal to experience some anxiety when you're apart from the person you love. However, if it gets out of control and interferes wi...

How Can I Deal With My Dyslexia Skills? What Services Would Be Right For Me? One important thing to keep in mind is to pay close attention to your spoken language as it will help with your academic performance. It might seem counterintuitive at times, but try to understand what you’re saying and ask questions to clarify things. For example, you might have difficulty remembering dates. Try to remember all the events you can think of, and then think of how you arrived in their location. By doing this, you’re helping yourself to recall past events. Your teacher or other adults can make suggestions while you’re talking.  Then, repeat everything in order, such as how you arrived at the party, who you met, what foods you ate. Allowing yourself to talk makes sure you have the capacity to listen to other speakers. Try keeping busy and trying to plan ahead. Sometimes, you can read your favorite book to distract yourself during class. Also, look for activities or simple interactions in w...

Have you ever thought of yourself as a different person? People with disabilities tend to be unique in every way, including how they communicate. You may feel like your mind is constantly buzzing with ideas. Perhaps you can’t concentrate well or are experiencing difficulty completing tasks. As a result, you might struggle to complete even the most basic things, let alone anything more complex. This is called “communication problems” or “dyslexia,” which is described as either mild, moderate, or severe. It usually occurs before age six.  Dyslexia affects the ability to read and write and can cause significant difficulties at school. It makes students lag behind their peers and becomes disruptive. It often requires extra support and help from teachers, classmates, and parents. If left untreated, dyslexia can lead to low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, social isolation, trouble concentrating and reading, and poor hygiene or diet (for example, you become easily hungry, irritable, a...

Bipolar and psychotic patients, although similar to one another in terms of illness, may also have numerous differences. Those patients who have either bipolar I, II, or III tend to have more severe problems with aggression. Similarly, those with bipolar II and can have more complex issues with memory, impulsivity, aggression, and so forth. These two groups also have diverse treatment options. Patients with bipolar II and psychosis can benefit from anti-psychotics, while those with bipolar, as well as Bipolar I, can benefit from anti-depressants and antipsychotics. With more research, however, there is clear evidence that antipsychotics have very little effect on the development of psychotic symptoms and can contribute to their worsening. Hence, patients with schizophrenia that are using antipsychotics should consider seeking a mental health professional who can advise them on which medication best suits their needs. Psychiatrists are able to provide the necessary advice and support ...

What Is Bipolar Disorder Bipolar disorder is characterized by extreme episodes of mood swings, rapid shifts in mood, low self-esteem, and a distorted sense of reality. It has many subtypes, including bipolar I, bipolar II, and cyclothymia. If someone exhibits certain symptoms with each type of bipolar disorder during an episode, they can be diagnosed with any of the subtypes. Symptoms of bipolar disorder and its types In general, however, persons with bipolar I, which includes most common depressive symptoms, typically experience only moderate or few symptoms. A person with major depressive symptoms often experiences depression. In addition to having mild or few clinical features such as depression and anxiety, a person will also experience loss of interest, change of thought, trouble making decision, loss of energy, irritability, restlessness, sleep disturbance, and so on. People diagnosed with bipolar II, which includes most psychotic symptoms, usually experience intense mood...