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Posts tagged with ‘Psychiatric and Psychologic’
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Opioid Addiction
Opioids are a type of medicine often used to help relieve pain. They work by lowering the number of pain…
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Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders
Somatic symptom and related disorders is the name for a group of conditions in which physical pain and symptoms are…
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Warning Signs of Mental Illness
Learn the warning signs of mental illness, so that you or someone you know can get help.
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How to Safely Take Antidepressants
There are many types of antidepressants. It is important to work with your doctor to find the one that is…
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Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is ongoing anxiety that can disrupt your day-to-day life. With treatment, people with GAD can get…
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Intellectual Disabilities: Learn How to Get More Information to Help Your Child
There are plenty of resources to help parents of children with special needs learn more and connect in the…
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Naltrexone for Alcoholism
Naltrexone is a medicine that can help people with alcoholism to stop drinking alcohol. It also helps people addicted to…
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LGBTQ Mental Health Issues
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ) teens are at greater risk for poor mental health.
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Female Athlete Triad
The female athlete triad is a disorder that can affect women’s eating habits, menstrual cycles, and bone mass.
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Empty Nest Syndrome
Empty nest syndrome is a stage in life marked by sadness when adult children move out on their own.
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Persistent Depressive Disorder (PDD)
Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment of dysthymic disorder, a type of depression that lasts for at least 2…
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Autism
Autism is a brain disorder that affects social, behavioral, and communication skills. Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of…
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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 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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Depression and Alzheimer’s Disease
Depression is very common among people who have Alzheimer’s disease. 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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Caregiving: Care for Yourself While Caring for Others
Caregivers provide care for people with chronic medical conditions. It’s a challenging job, so caregivers also need to take care…
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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,…
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Caregiver Stress
Caregivers provide care for people with chronic medical conditions. It can be challenging, and they often experience stress and get…
