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Pica
Pica is a compulsive eating disorder in which people eat nonfood items. Dirt, clay, and flaking paint are the most… of lead poisoning, ulcers, infections, or intestinal tears? Does my child need to see a specialist? Can behavior therapy retrain my child from eating nonfood…
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Teen Suicide
Teen suicide is when a teenager ends their own life. It can be impulsive or planned. However, not all suicide… know. Your teen could have ongoing, or chronic, depression. They also might have episodes, or a mix of both types. Co-Occurring Mental Health Conditions Depression…
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Somatic Symptom Disorder
Somatic symptom and related disorders represents the physical pain and symptoms a person feels from psychological factors… and symptoms may come and go People with somatic symptom disorder typically see their primary care physician rather than seek counseling or mental health care. This may be…
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Sexual Dysfunction in Men and Women
Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment of sexual dysfunction disorders… works. Also: Ask your doctor about the side effects of the medicines you take. Talk to him or her about surgeries and health conditions. Treating underlying health conditions, such as diabetes, may help. Talk…
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Depression in Children and Teens
Depression is a medical illness that can affect the mental and physical health of children and adolescents. They may have… who is depressed? Resources National Institutes of Health, MedlinePlus: Helping your teen with depression National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988 National Institute of Mental Health: Depression…
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Rape: What to do After Sexual Assault
Rape is any form of sexual activity that you don’t agree to. It can range from being touched to being… They will ask about the rape to get details. Their goal is to protect you and arrest the assaulter. Find Emotional and Mental Health Support…
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Alcohol Misuse
Alcohol abuse is a pattern of drinking too much alcohol too often. This can harm your work, school, and… Other ways to reduce your alcohol consumption: Limit yourself to one drink when by yourself or with friends. Seek treatment for underlying mental health conditions. Avoid…
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Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke
Heat exhaustion and heatstroke are serious conditions. Learn the warning signs of these heat-related illnesses, as well as how to… What are heat exhaustion and heatstroke? Heat exhaustion happens when your body gets too hot. If you don’t treat heat exhaustion, it can lead…
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Coping with a Family Member’s Opioid Addiction
Opioid addiction affects more than the person who is addicted. It ruins entire families… Opioid addiction, or opioid use disorder (OUD) as it is now known, is a national public health epidemic. Approximately 3 million people in the U.S. and 16 million individuals across the…
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Warning Signs of Mental Illness
If you are concerned that you or a loved one may be experiencing mental illness, here’s what to look… Mental illness is a common health problem and nothing to be embarrassed about. It happens because of a change in your brain. It includes a range…
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Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a method of stimulating the brain with electricity to treat some types of severe mental… Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a method of stimulating the brain with electricity to treat some types of severe mental illness and brain disorders. The procedure sends…
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Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
ADHD is a group of behaviors that can make it difficult to focus at school, work or home… What is attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)? Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a group of behaviors. It used to also be called attention deficit disorder (ADD). ADHD…
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Deciding When to See a Doctor
Knowing when to see a doctor is an important decision. While there are no set rules, some general guidelines can… Should I go to the doctor? Most of us have asked that question at one time or another. Whether it’s a bad cold, a funny-looking…
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Physical Activity: Creating a Family Plan
You can make physical activity easier for everyone by making it an event for the whole family at the gym,… If your physical activity is tough to schedule, why not make it a family affair? You’ll be setting lifelong examples for your children. And you’ll…
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Anger Management Issues in Children
Moments of anger in children are normal. But as parents, it’s important to teach your child how to deal with… Being a child can be hard. Situations and emotions can be confusing. Children can be affected by situations differently than adults. Moments of anger, or…
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Opioid Addiction
An opioid addiction is a powerful urge to use opioids. These are medicines that are prescribed to relieve pain, such… What is opioid addiction? An addiction is a strong craving to do something. In this case, it’s a strong craving to use opioids. Addiction…
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Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
PMDD is a severe form of premenstrual syndrome, or PMS… What is premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)? PMDD is a severe form of premenstrual syndrome, or PMS. PMS is a common problem for women who have menstrual periods. About 75% of women of childbearing age…
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Homosexuality: Facts for Teens
Sexuality and gender identity can be confusing for teens. There are a lot of terms to become familiar with to… Understanding your identity is an important part of growing up. This page provides clear and supportive homosexuality facts for teens to help you make…
