mental disorders

somatogenic hypothesis

a theory that proposes that mental disorders are caused by physical or physiological factors

syphilis

infection caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum

psychogenic hypothesis

posits that a condition, often a disease or disorder, is primarily or solely caused by psychological or emotional factors, rather than by physical or biological causes

mental disorder

Dysfunctional patterns of thoughts, feelings, or behaviours that interfere with daily life.

agoraphobia

a type of anxiety disorder characterized by intense fear and anxiety of places or situations where escape might be difficult or help might not be available

social anxiety disorder

a mental health condition characterized by an intense fear of being scrutinized, judged, or humiliated in social situations

obsessive compulsive disorder

a mental disorder characterized by intrusive, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions) that individuals feel driven to perform to reduce the anxiety caused by the obsessions

post traumatic stress disorder

a mental health condition that can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event

Depression

a serious mood disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness and a loss of interest in activities that were once enjoyable

Dissociative identity disorder

a mental health condition characterized by the presence of two or more distinct personality states or identities that control a person's behavior at different times