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What are some characteristics of autism spectrum disorder?
social problems, repetitive behaviors, limited interests, difficulty functioning socially at school or work
What are some characteristics of insomnia disorder?
What are some signs of binge-eating?
Eating unusually large amounts of food, eating alone or in secret, eating fast, eating until uncomfortable.
What are some common behaviors associated with Autism spectrum disorder?
Becoming upset with change in routine
not responding when someone says their name
Difficulty having conversations
Repeating words or phrases
What is autism spectrum disorder
Name for a group of developmental disorders on a wide range of symptoms, skills and levels of disability.
What are signs of Bulimia?
Inflamed and sore throat, swollen gland's in the neck and jaw area, worn tooth enamel, acid reflux, increased distress and irritation, electrolyte imbalance.
What mental disorder causes an extreme fear of abandonment?
Borderline personality disorder
A student often has a difficult time working with other people. She may fail her history class since she is unable to work in her group. What type of mental disorder is this?
Autism Spectrum Disorder
What is an eating disorder?
A disturbance to a person's eating behavior.
What are some characteristics of Narcissistic personality disorder?
When a person has an inflated sense of self-importance.
What are some characteristics of Borderline personality disorder?
Instability in mood and behavior, impulsive actions, unstable relationships, anger, depression and anxiety.
A person does not like to hang out with his friends from November until March. What type of mental disorder is this?
Seasonal affective disorder
What are some examples of eating disorders?
Anorexia, bulimia, binge-eating
What are the treatments for an eating disorder?
Group or individual therapy, nutrition counseling, medical care and medications.
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A person is afraid to throw away any type of glass in fear that it could hurt someone in the future. What type of mental disorder is this?
What are risk factors of Borderline personality disorder?
Genetics, environment, history of abuse, trauma, chemical imbalance in the brain.
What are some signs of anorexia?
Restricted eating, brittle hair and nails, dry and yellow skin, constipation, low blood pressure, anemia, extreme thinness, intense fear of gaining weight
Is there ever a one-size fit all solution when it comes to mental health?
no
A person has delusions and hallucinations that often tell him that the government is after him. What type of mental disorder is this?
Schizophrenia