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Neurodevelopmental Disorders

A group of psychological conditions that affect brain development, influencing thinking, learning, social behavior, and self-regulation.

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

A neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

A neurodevelopmental disorder marked by social communication deficits and repetitive behaviors, characterized as a spectrum.

Schizophrenic Spectrum Disorders

Chronic or acute psychological disorders impacting thinking, perception, emotions, and behavior.

Positive Symptoms of Schizophrenia

Symptoms that represent something abnormal added, such as delusions and hallucinations.

Negative Symptoms of Schizophrenia

Symptoms indicating the absence of normal emotions or behaviors, such as flat affect or catatonia.

Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)

A mood disorder characterized by persistent sadness and loss of interest, impacting daily function for at least two weeks.

Persistent Depressive Disorder (PDD)

Chronic low-grade depression lasting for at least two years.

Bipolar I Disorder

Characterized by at least one manic episode and often depressive episodes.

Bipolar II Disorder

Characterized by one or more major depressive episodes and at least one hypomanic episode.

Anxiety Disorders

Characterized by excessive fear or anxiety, which can disrupt daily functioning.

Specific Phobia

An intense irrational fear of a specific object or situation.

Agoraphobia

Fear of being in situations where escape might be difficult or help unavailable.

Panic Disorder

Characterized by recurrent panic attacks of intense fear or discomfort.

Social Anxiety Disorder

Intense fear of social situations where one may feel judged or scrutinized.

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

Prolonged and excessive worry about a wide range of topics, lasting at least six months.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

A disorder involving unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions).

Hoarding Disorder

Characterized by extreme difficulty discarding possessions, leading to clutter.

Dissociative Disorders

Disorders marked by a disconnection from consciousness, memory, or identity.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

A disorder that can develop after exposure to trauma, characterized by intrusive memories and heightened arousal.

Anorexia Nervosa

A feeding disorder characterized by significant restriction of food intake and an intense fear of weight gain.

Bulimia Nervosa

An eating disorder involving episodes of binge eating followed by compensatory behaviors like purging.

Personality Disorders

Enduring and inflexible patterns of behavior and inner experience that deviate from cultural norms.

Cluster A Personality Disorders

Characterized by odd or eccentric behaviors, includes Paranoid, Schizoid, and Schizotypal PDs.

Cluster B Personality Disorders

Characterized by dramatic, emotional, or erratic behavior, includes Antisocial, Borderline, Histrionic, and Narcissistic PDs.

Cluster C Personality Disorders

Characterized by anxious or fearful behavior, includes Avoidant, Dependent, and Obsessive-Compulsive PDs.