Category: Disorders

Mental illness and substance use disorder (SUD) have common symptoms and may appear alongside each other. These conditions result in what is commonly known as co-occurring disorder (COD). According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), COD is referred to as a condition in an individual manifesting two or more disorders such as a…

Table of Contents Introduction Objectives The Relationship Between Mental and Physical Disorders Trauma-Informed Care Conclusion References Introduction Mental health refers to a good performance of necessary cognitive functions. Desirable cognitive function results in productivity alongside good interaction with the environment. The wellbeing of a person is an essential determinant of ones daily interaction and ability…

Currently, the biological concept is based on the following aspects of natural science: genetics, neuroanatomy, neurochemistry, and neuroendocrinology. Various disorders according to the biological approach are associated with genetic influence, damage to the nervous system, a violation of the exchange of neurotransmitters, and neuroendocrine changes. Therefore, treatment should also be aimed at the pharmacological correction…

Bipolar and Related Disorders Overview Unless otherwise noted, all of the following information was taken from the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual 5th Edition (American Psychiatric Association, 2013). In general, bipolar disorders are characterized by manic, depressive, and hypomanic episodes. Hypomanic and manic episodes can be characterized by inflated self-esteem, increased motivation, and excessive involvement in…

It should be noted that agoraphobia is a highly impactful and impairing form of anxiety disorder, which can imprison affected individuals both mentally and physically. The diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders or DSM-5 code for agoraphobia is 300.22 (F40.00) (American Psychiatric Association, 2013). It is listed under the category of anxiety disorders, where…

Many people have different eating behaviors that are influenced by culture, emotional cues, physical prompts, families, habits, and friends. As peoples association with food increases, individuals tend to lose track of when to take a meal and thus start consuming to satisfy their desires other than the need to fuel body activity (Bland et al.,…

Introduction The treatment of severe mental disorders in modern medicine is a feasible task due to the fact that advanced drugs are used not only to block symptoms but also eliminate the root causes of diseases. In psychiatry, long-acting injectable antipsychotics (LAIs) have become widespread, which have the properties of blocking specific receptors or, conversely,…

Table of Contents Introduction PTSD Treatment Pharmacokinetics of Citalopram Conclusion References Introduction Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a psychiatric illness caused by undergoing or witnessing a distressing event and difficulty healing from experience. PTSD changes the cognitive and psychosocial habits of an individual. Symptoms include episodes of depressive mood, increased sensory and motor activity, insomnia,…

Almost every day medical professionals face obstacles and challenges in their job. They should take a responsible approach to the treatment of patients and competently solve any issues. The life and prospects of the client depend on them, so each step should be considered and acknowledged. It is especially difficult to solve the problems of…

Introduction PTSD is a mental illness that can occur as a result of extreme trauma, such as physical, psychological, or sexual experiences. Traumatized people are more likely to acquire (PTSD), a condition in which the victims consciousness is dominated by the recollection of the traumatic incident, affecting their lives, mental health, and well-being. The Biopsychosocial…