A new parent may primarily concern herself with her baby's physical health. The need to be fed, clothed, cleaned, bathed and comfortable keeps one or both parents busy for months. Although many parents don't actively think about their infant's...
Much of the work of international adoption occurs before you even meet your child. However, in some cases, your child will come home to you with issues that need to be treated. In addition to issues related directly to the adoption, such as...
Many great people have suffered from mental illness. According to the Center for Reintegration, Abraham Lincoln and Winston Churchill are just a couple of the great leaders who have been known to suffer from mental illness. The stigma of mental...
Mental health issues are more common in children than adults. According to the National Mental Health Information Center, one in five children and teens has a mental health disorder whereas one in 10 people have a mental health disorder. Mental...
People who are diagnosed with mental health disorders and substance abuse disorders have a dual diagnosis. For example, someone with a diagnosis of major depression and alcohol abuse has a dual diagnosis.
Aggressive behavior in children can result from many different psychosocial and psychological issues, but can also be a normal stage for many children as they navigate social norms. Parents can help their child develop socially acceptable ways to...
Prescription drug abuse is on the rise with teens. Some teens abuse prescription medication at parties to feel high, some take them to deal with untreated mental health issues, such as anxiety or depression and some teens pop pills to concentrate...
Out of all mental health disorders and behavioral problems, anxiety disorders are the most common in children and teens, reports the National Mental Health Information Center. Children who suffer from overwhelming anxiety often have issues making...
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), still known as ADD by many people, develops during childhood. Most parents will notice symptoms before their children turn six years old. The term ADD was changed to ADHD after mental health...
The quest for psychological wellness brings many people to the world of holistic medicine when pharmaceuticals and conventional doctors fall short in providing results that satisfy clients. Natural methods for improving mental well-being are...
Your mental health is very important, and if you neglect it, a number of issues can spring up that affect your physical health and ability to function each day. Stress, anxiety, depression and panic are all serious mental health issues that need...
According to the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, even well-behaved children can be defiant or uncooperative at times. Children who have a serious and pervasive pattern of hostility, defiance, and physical or verbal aggression...
Every person experiences stress differently. For instance, someone might become stressed when he has to give a presentation at work in front of his coworkers; another person may enjoy public speaking and not experience stress. When a person faces...
Family doctors are trained to deal with a wide range of illnesses, including psychological illnesses. If you or one of your family members has symptoms of bulimia, schedule an appointment with your doctor. He should at least have a passing...
Memory is the ability to store and recall information while memory loss is the inability or difficulty in doing so. Brain fog is different than memory loss. Brain fog is described as confusion or lack of mental clarity, according to DrWilson.com....
In Hashimoto's disease, also called chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis, the thyroid comes under attack from the immune system. Hashimoto's disease can interfere with digestion, metabolism and reproduction. Strength trainers and athletes must adapt to...
According to Mental Health America, as many as 1 in 5 children has a diagnosable mental health condition, but these children often do not receive treatment because it can be difficult for parents and other adults to recognize the symptoms. Parents...
Parenting a child with special needs sometimes requires learning new health care skills or new forms of communication, such as sign language, or understanding mental health issues. No matter what type of special needs a child has, parents must...
Nearly one-fourth of hospitalizations in 2005 and 2006 involved mental health or substance abuse disorders, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Yet, 80 percent of people who did not receive needed treatment for mental health...
The effects of long-term drug use are never limited to the addict and can have substantial and devastating effects on the user's families. These include eventually dissolving the family or physical, emotional and mental injury to family members....
Maintaining a healthy diet is linked to physical and mental wellness. Individuals often consume "diet" products to lose weight or because they think these products are healthier. However, many diet products include an ingredient called aspartame....
Teenagers start using drugs and alcohol for many reasons. They might be pressured into it, try to cope with feelings of depression or make an impulsive decision to use at a party. Some develop drug problems and need treatment.
It can be difficult to determine if you're depressed or experiencing stress. The main signs of stress and depression are issues with all major areas of your life including school or work, socially, your health and with family.
Children experience many of the same mental health issues as adults. Because children often cannot articulate that something is wrong, these problems may manifest as behavioral issues. According to Mental Health America, childhood mental health...
People can suffer from anxiety, depression or a combination of the two. A licensed mental health professional can help you diagnosis your mental health issues and get the treatment that you need.
Some mental health issues appear similar---so related, in fact, that mental health professionals have to have intensive intake sessions to determine someone's diagnosis. Bipolar disorder and attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are two...
Most adults with autism have likely possessed their personality traits since early childhood, but were either overlooked or misdiagnosed. Autistic traits from childhood can persist into adulthood, but with a wide range of outcomes depending on...
People begin to use drugs for different reasons. One person might start drinking because she feels pressure from her friends and another might try taking prescription drugs to deal with stress. Drug use turns into abuse when the person uses too...
"The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders" identifies bipolar disorder, or manic-depressive illness, as a mental illness that causes extreme mood and energy shifts along with swings in activity levels affecting the ability to...
