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Here's a guide to various mental illnesses and psychological disorders, such as obsessive compulsion, schizophrenia, phobias, anxiety disorders, and depression.
Psychological disorders range from post traumatic stress syndrome to common phobias. This guide to various psychological disorders is a good introduction to mental illnesses, both mild and severe. SchizophreniaDepression
Post Traumatic Stress DisorderObsessive Compulsive DisordersAnxiety & Panic Disorders
Body Dysmorphic DisorderUnusual Psychological DisordersMiscellaneous
Getting Help With Psychological DisordersDiagnosing and treating psychological disorders is an objective procedure involving past research and experience. That knowledge of psychologcial disorders has been combined into a large, comprensive manual called the DSM-IV. Diagnosing and Treating Psychological Disorders: DSM-IVThe Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition (DSM-IV) is published by the American Psychiatric Association. It's a comprehensive tome of all mental health and psychological disorders in adults and children. Not only does it list the names and symptoms of psychological disorders, it also includes possible causes, treatments, statistics, and research. The DSM-IV has been called the psychiatrist's Bible because it increases understanding of patients, treatments, and even 3rd party insurance payers. Psychological disorders are classified and explained. There are 5 Axes in the DSM-IV that cover psychological disorders:Axis 1. Clinical Syndromes, also known as the diagnosis of the psychological disorder. Axis 2. Developmental Disorders & Personality Disorders. Developmental disorders typically occur in childhood, and can affect physical, intellectual, and emotional development (eg, autism, Down's Syndrom). Personality disorders have long lasting symptoms that affect one's interaction in the world. Axis 3. Physical Conditions (such as brain injuries or physical impairments). Some psychological disorders spring from physical aspects, others have unknown causes. Axis 4. Severity of Psychosocial Stressors, including events in the patient's life: deaths, divorces, traumas, celebrations, new beginnings, etc. Lifestyle affects most psychological disorders. Axis 5. Highest Level of Functioning describes how well the person functions at present and within the last year, with the psychological disorder. The DSM-IV is not necessarily involved in the diagnosis and treatment of all psychological disorders - it depends on the psychiatrist, psychologist, or counselor. Whether or not an official DSM-IV diagnosis is made, it may be important to obtain objective support on any psychological condition or psychological disorder. Psychological Disorders & Psychological CounselingUnfortunately, there's a great deal of stigma attached to counseling for psychological disorders -- or psychological disorders in general! Mental illnesses are often embarrassing -- few people are thrilled to tell their friends and family they're seeing a "shrink"! It's also painful to delve into the depths of your soul or apply cognitive behavioral theories to your life, even if the psychological disorder can be overcome this way. Finally, counseling for psychological disorders can be expensive; not many insurance providers cover the cost easily. Overcoming the hurdles of seeing a psychologist or psychiatrist can be extremely valuable to your whole self - not just your mind and emotions, or the psychological disorder. Your physical health is intricately connected to your mind and soul, so dealing with one aspect of your self invariably boosts other parts. Just like a physical disease like cancer, a psychological disorder can hit anyone at any time in their life, regardless of how wealthy, happy, or well-adjusted they are. It's the luck of the draw - just like many things in life. If you found Psychological Disorders helpful, you might try:
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