Diagnoses 101
Acronyms
Brain & Body
Coping Skills
Signs & Symptoms
100

This diagnosis is characterized by flashbacks and triggers of a negative event(s).

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

100

This disorder is often associated with nervousness and overthinking (GAD)

General Anxiety Disorder

100

Chemical responsible for panic, anxiety, and fight or flight response.

Adrenaline

100

This skill involves writing down your thoughts and feelings.

Journaling

100

What disorder has symptoms such as difficulty concentrating, focusing, and staying still?

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

200

The most common mental health diagnosis amongst adolescents.

Anxiety

200

This disorder is often associated with specific overwhelming thoughts or repeated behaviors. (OCD)

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

200

Chemical responsible for mood and emotional regulation.

Seratonin

200

This skill involves engaging in physical activity to create a healthier mind and body.

Exercising 

200

What disorder has symptoms such as isolation, sadness, and low energy?

Depression

300

This diagnosis is characterized by having hallucinations and/ or delusions, and paranoia.

Schizophrenia

300

This disorder is often associated with prolonged periods of sadness, low energy, and overall negative mood. (MDD)

Major Depressive Disorder

300

Chemical responsible for motivation, pleasure, and feeling rewarded.

Dopamine

300

Talking to a mental health professional about your emotions in a private, confidential setting.

Therapy

300

What disorder has symptoms such as mood swings, impulsive behavior, and mania?

Bipolar Disorder

400

This diagnosis is characterized by unhealthy eating habits like overeating and throwing up food.

Bulimia

400

This disorder is often associated with extreme emotions, self- harm, and unstable relationships. (BPD)

Borderline Personality Disorder

400

Chemical responsible for sleeping and waking. Can be purchased as a supplement.

Melatonin

400

This skill involves focusing your attention to promote relaxation, usually involves deep breathing.

Meditating

400

What is the diagnosis or term for not being able to sleep or difficulty staying asleep.

Insomnia

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