Mental Health Types
Some of the most common Mental Health issues are
Depression
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD): Persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest or pleasure in activities.
Anxiety Disorders
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD): Excessive and persistent worry about various aspects of life.
Panic Disorder: Recurrent, unexpected panic attacks accompanied by intense fear and physical symptoms.
Social Anxiety Disorder: Fear of being judged or embarrassed in social situations.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Results from exposure to traumatic events, leading to intrusive memories and flashbacks.
Bipolar Disorder
Involves episodes of depression and mania, characterized by elevated mood, increased energy, and impulsive behaviour.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Involves intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviour (compulsions) to alleviate anxiety.
Schizophrenia
Distorted thinking, hallucinations, delusions, and impaired emotional responses.
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Impulsivity, hyperactivity, and difficulty sustaining attention, often diagnosed in childhood.
Eating Disorders
Anorexia Nervosa: Extreme restrictions in food intake due to an intense fear of gaining weight.
Bulimia Nervosa: Episodes of binge eating followed by compensatory behaviours (e.g., vomiting).
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
Instability in mood, self-image, and relationships, often accompanied by impulsive behaviours.
Substance Use Disorders
Dependence on or abuse of substances such as drugs or alcohol.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Challenges in social communication and repetitive behaviours, typically diagnosed in childhood.
Dissociative Disorders
Depersonalization-Derealization Disorder: Feelings of detachment from oneself or the surrounding environment.
Insomnia Disorder
Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.
Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Intellectual Disabilities: Significant limitations in intellectual functioning and adaptive behaviours.
Specific Phobias
Excessive and irrational fears of specific objects or situations.