DEFINITION Depression is a mental illness characterized by an extremely low mood, low self-esteem, and loss of interest or pleasure in normally enjoyable activities. CAUSES There are a number [...]

DEFINITION Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a mental disorder with two characteristics. The two characteristics can either occur individually or co-exist. One characteristic is significant problems in the area [...]

DEFINITION Bipolar Disorder is a mental disorder which is characterized by disruptive mood swings with episodes of mania or depression. Normally, people with Bipolar Disorder have problems with elevated [...]

DEFNINITION Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a type of anxiety disorder that is characterized by an excessive number of intrusive thoughts that disturb the emotions of the patients. The compensating [...]

DEFINITION Post - traumatic stress disorder is a very serious anxiety disorder which is a result of psychologically traumatizing experiences. CAUSES The major causes of PTSD are traumatizing psychological [...]

DEFINITION Psychosis is an abnormal condition of the mind which is a mental state often described as involving a loss of contact with reality. CAUSES Psychosis is a serious [...]

Definition Schizophrenia is a kind of —psychotic disorder characterized by a variety of psychotic symptoms including major disturbances in thought, emotion, and behaviour. Causes Genetics is a very important factor in [...]

DEFINITION Panic disorder is a type of anxiety disorder. Its main characteristic is recurring severe panic attacks. Other symptoms may include significant behavioral change and ongoing worry about the [...]