What Is Fear? When someone feels afraid, their body responds in ways that help them escape danger quickly. The five senses, seeing, hearing, tasting, smelling, and touching, automatically process information from the immediate environment. For instance, if someone...
Somatic Symptom Disorder Somatic symptom disorder (SSD) is a type of mental disorder that is characterized by excessive preoccupation and worry about one or more somatic/physical symptoms, such as pain, fatigue, or gastrointestinal issues, that may not be explained...
Disruptive, impulse control, and conduct disorders (DICD) are a group of mental disorders characterized by consistent actions that violate the rights of others or societal norms. These disorders typically develop during childhood or adolescence and can have a great...
Substance Use Disorder A Substance Use Disorder (SUD) is a psychological health condition in which an individual’s use of a substance (such as alcohol, drugs, or medication) leads to clinically significant impairment or distress. It results in negative consequences...
Dementia Dementia refers to the deterioration of cognitive function to the extent that it hinders a person’s capacity to carry out everyday tasks. It is not a specific disease but a collection of symptoms that can arise from different underlying conditions. The... 