Psychiatric assessment of people usually begins with a case history and mental status examination, which are then usually followed by physical examinations and psychological tests. In some cases, neuroimaging or neurophysiological techniques might be used.
Various mental illnesses and disorders are being treated in psychiatry. Here are some of them.
Luckily, depression is treatable.
Furthermore, anxiety disorders are the most common psychiatric illnesses that also affect children. But the good news is that the disorders are highly treatable.
Furthermore, anxiety disorders are the most common psychiatric illnesses that also affect children. But the good news is that the disorders are highly treatable.
All types of manic-depressive illness have strong effects on a person’s day-to-day activities and changes in mood.
The usual age of onset for bipolar disorder is generally considered late teens to early twenties. Moreover, the disorder is often misdiagnosed: for women as depression and for men as schizophrenia.
Bipolar disorder can’t be controlled by mood stabilizing medication. However, even though it’s a lifelong illness, the disorder is still very manageable: there are many effective bipolar treatments available.
All types of manic-depressive illness have strong effects on a person’s day-to-day activities and changes in mood.
The usual age of onset for bipolar disorder is generally considered late teens to early twenties. Moreover, the disorder is often misdiagnosed: for women as depression and for men as schizophrenia.
Bipolar disorder can’t be controlled by mood stabilizing medication. However, even though it’s a lifelong illness, the disorder is still very manageable: there are many effective bipolar treatments available.
Fortunately, addiction can be 100% prevented, treated and managed, of course, with the help of healthcare professionals and family/peer support.
Regarding how chronic pain arises; there may be different causes. For example, an injury, such as a back sprain, or an ongoing illness might be a source for a chronic pain. Of course, there may also be no clear cause.
At times, chronic pain does not come alone: other health problems like sleep disturbance, mood changes, decreased appetite and more may accompany the pain. In fact, chronic pain can limit a person’s movements. The latter may reduce flexibility, strength and even stamina on its turn.
As there is no test that can actually measure and locate pain with precision, pain is a very personal experience. Therefore, health professionals strongly rely on the description of the type of pain by the patient. Moreover, health professionals work with their patients to categorize the causes and symptoms of the pain and later on, identify how it can be relieved.
Here are some of the most common of these disorders.
Any type of mental illness or disorder can be treated if consulted with a doctor before severe complications arise. If you suffer from any of the above listed mental illnesses it’s advised to see a psychiatrist.