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Dissociative Fugue

A rare state involving an unplanned journey away from familiar surroundings, characterized by memory gaps related to past identity and life details.

Schizotypal Personality Disorder

Characterized by discomfort in social settings and odd beliefs or perceptual experiences. People may exhibit eccentric behavior and magical thinking, leading to difficulties in forming traditional interpersonal relationships.

Delusions

false beliefs despite clear evidence to the contrary

Bipolar Disorder

A condition with dramatic mood shifts; periods of elevated energy, rapid thoughts, and impulsiveness alternate with episodes of low energy, diminished motivation, and deep sadness

Borderline Personality Disorder

Borderline Personality Disorder

A condition characterized by unstable mood, fluctuating self-image, and intense interpersonal relationships, often leading to rapid shifts in emotions and difficulties managing anger and stress.

Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors

A class of drugs that boost specific neurotransmitter levels by hindering reabsorption in nerve cells. They are prescribed to help stabilize mood and offer a safer profile compared to older treatments.

Narcissistic Personality Disorder

Narcissistic Personality Disorder

A condition defined by grandiosity, an inflated sense of self-importance, and an unrelenting need for admiration. Affected persons often exaggerate achievements, feel entitled, and show little empathy toward others.

Anorexia Nervosa

A syndrome characterized by prolonged self-imposed food restriction, intense concern with body shape, and an overwhelming fear of weight gain that can lead to severe undernourishment.

Eating Disorder

A group of conditions involving irregular eating behaviors and an excessive preoccupation with body shape or weight, resulting in significant physical and emotional challenges

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

A mental health condition that can develop after exposure to a traumatic event, featuring intrusive recollections, hypervigilance, flashbacks, and avoidance of reminders linked to the incident.

Dialectical Behavioral therapy

therapy focused on emotional regulation and positive self talk as well as achieving realistic goals for changing behavior

Schizophrenia

A severe mental condition characterized by disorganized thoughts, impaired reality testing, and challenges in social interactions. It often involves unusual perceptions and difficulty processing information.

Anxiety Disorder

A condition marked by excessive worry and fear, accompanied by physical signs such as a rapid heartbeat, trembling, and avoidance of situations that are perceived as threatening.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

A treatment method that targets negative thought patterns and maladaptive behaviors, helping individuals adopt healthier habits and improve overall psychological well-being.

Exposure Therapy

Exposure therapy involves exposing the patient to the anxiety source or its context (without the intention to cause any danger). Doing so is thought to help them overcome their anxiety or distress.

Bulimia

an eating disorder characterized by binge eating (eating large quantities of food in a short period of time, often feeling out of control) followed by compensatory behaviors, such as vomiting, excessive exercise, or fasting to prevent weight gain.

SSRI

Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are a class of drugs that are typically used as antidepressants in the treatment of major depressive disorder, anxiety disorders, and other psychological conditions.

Dissociative Identity Disorder

A condition marked by multiple distinct identities or personality states, often accompanied by memory gaps not explained by ordinary forgetting.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

A condition featuring recurrent, unwanted intrusive thoughts paired with repetitive behaviors that are performed to reduce distress, even when the rituals are recognized as irrational.

Dissociative Amnesia

A condition manifesting as significant memory gaps that extend beyond normal forgetfulness, usually linked to distressing or traumatic events.

Dopamine Hypothesis

dopamine hypothesis of psychosis is a model that attributes the positive symptoms of schizophrenia to a disturbed and hyperactive dopamine pathways

Paranoid Personality Disorder

A condition marked by pervasive mistrust and suspicion of others. Individuals may misinterpret benign actions as malevolent, leading to social withdrawal and reluctance to form close bonds.

Schizoid Personality Disorder

Describes a pattern of detachment from social relationships accompanied by a restricted range of emotional expression, often resulting in a preference for solitary activities and minimal pursuit of intimacy.

Major Depressive Disorder

A chronic mood disturbance marked by an extended period of low self-worth, reduced interest in previously enjoyed activities, changes in sleep and appetite, and significant limitations in daily functioning.

Anorexia

an eating disorder characterized by food restriction, body image disturbance, fear of gaining weight, and an overpowering desire to be thin.

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

A neurodevelopmental condition defined by challenges with sustaining focus, controlling impulses, and regulating activity levels, often affecting academic, social, and occupational performance.

Antisocial Personality Disorder

A pervasive pattern of disregard for others' rights featuring deceit, impulsivity, and nonconformity to societal laws. It often begins in youth, leading to repeated legal troubles and an absence of remorse for harmful actions.

Autism Spectrum Disorder

A developmental condition that involves difficulties in social communication and interaction, alongside repetitive behaviors and a strong preference for structured routines, combined with unique strengths

Lithium

lithium salts, are used as psychiatric medication,[5] primarily for bipolar disorder and for major depressive disorder.

Histrionic Personality Disorder

A pattern marked by excessive emotional expressiveness and a constant need to be the center of attention. Individuals may display shallow, rapidly shifting emotions and adopt provocative behavior to gain approval.