Anxiety
What are 3 symptoms of anxiety?
Feeling restless, trouble concentrating, feeling irritable, difficulty controlling feelings, trouble sleeping, shaking, feeling shy or tired, and increased heart rate.
Is there a way to prevent you from having Bipolar disorder?
No, there is no way to prevent this. All you can do is watch out for the warning signs, but that does not mean you should grow up not living your life because your worried.
When is ADHD usually diagnosed?
It is usually diagnosed in childhood but adults suffer from ADHD to.
Are certain personality traits more common in individuals with eating disorders?
people that have eating disorders tend to be perfectionists, eager to please others, sensitive to criticism, self doubting, and difficulty adapting to change.
Will every person with a mental illness have the same symptoms or all the symptoms of that mental illness?
No every person is different so therefor everyone has different symptoms, some are easier to diagnose than others.
What are some factors that can cause you to develop anxiety?
Trauma, stress, personality (some personalities are more prone to anxiety), other mental health disorders, genetics, and drugs and alcohol
Can Bipolar disorder cause more serious problems, if so what are a couple?
Problems related to drug and alcohol use, Suicide or suicide attempts, Legal or financial problems, Damaged relationships, Poor work or school performance
What is ADHD?
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is what it stands for.
What are some symptoms of eating disorders?
Fasting or binge-eating, excessive exercise, self-induced vomiting, and diet pill abuse.
What should you do if you feel as though you, a friend or a family member has a mental illness?
You should let someone know like a family member, a friend, trusted adult, or a teacher. You can also seek help from a doctor.
How common is anxiety?
Anxiety affects about 1 in 13 people globally.
Fun fact, anxiety is the most common mental illness in the U.S.
What percentage of the U.S. is affected by bipolar disorder?
2.6% of the U.S. population
How is ADHD diagnosed?
A child must have at least 6 symptoms of ADHD such as, difficulty maintaining focus, constantly moving, difficulty organizing, avoids dislikes, forgetfulness and easily distracted
what are some different types of eating disorders?
Anorexia, bulimia, binge-eating, and atypical eating disorders
What forms of treatment are effective for mental illness?
Hospitalization, support group, medication, psychotherapy, and case management.