American Academy of Family Physicians.
American Academy of Family Physicians.
Posts tagged with ‘Psychiatric and Psychologic’
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Self Harm — Cutting
Cutting (sometimes called self harm) is the act of purposely cutting yourself with a sharp object, such as a knife…
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Managing Daily Stress
If your stress isn’t kept under control, it can lead to serious health issues such as high blood pressure, heart…
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Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders
Somatic symptom and related disorders is a group of conditions in which the physical pain and symptoms a person feels…
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Mental Health: Keeping Your Emotional Health
Emotional health is an important part of overall health. People who are emotionally healthy are in control of their thoughts,…
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Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder is a mental illness that causes extreme mood swings between happy and sad. People of all ages and…
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Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is ongoing anxiety not related to a particular situation. It also can be anxiety that isn’t…
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Warning Signs of Mental Illness
Mental illness is a common health problem. It happens because of a change in your brain. Learn its signs so…
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How to Safely Take Antidepressants
If you have depression, your doctor may prescribe medicine to treat it, called an antidepressant. There are many types of…
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LGBTQ Mental Health Issues
LGBTQ teens and young adults are at a greater risk for poor mental health than other youth. As a parent,…
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Female Athlete Triad
The female athlete triad is a disorder that women can develop that affects energy levels, menstrual cycles, and bone…
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Persistent Depressive Disorder (PDD)
Persistent depressive disorder is a chronic depression that lasts at least 2 years.
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Naltrexone for Alcoholism
Naltrexone is a medicine prescribed to treat alcoholism that reduces your desire for alcohol.
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Autism
Autism is a developmental brain disorder that affects social, behavioral, and communication skills. Degrees of autism can vary, as can…
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Grieving: Facing Illness, Death, and Other Losses
Grief is a person’s normal, healthy response to a loss. It is different for everyone and includes both emotional and…
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Depression and Alzheimer’s Disease
Depression is very common among people who have Alzheimer dementia. They may become depressed when their memory and ability to…
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Post-traumatic Stress After a Traffic Accident
Learn about post-traumatic stress after a car accident and how your doctor can help you deal with it
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Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can occur following a traumatic event. It affects your mood and physical behavior. Learn how to…
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Depression in Older Adults
Depression is a common problem in older adults, but it is not part of the aging process. Learn how to…
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Depression in Children and Teens
It is common for children and teens to be depressed. Learn how to recognize and help your young one who…
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Balancing Work and Caregiving
Caring for a loved one while working outside the home can be a challenging balancing act. Talk to your employer,…
