A stigma is defined as a mark of disgrace associated by a particular circumstance. Many people can be affected by the stigma associated with mental health. Being told you have a mental illness often comes at a difficult time, after a struggle with symptoms and the problems they cause. Giving […]
Any of us can go through an overwhelming traumatic event, and most get over it without help. But about one in three go on with symptoms for many months or years – this is called post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Symptoms of PTSD Symptoms of PTSD usually start within six months, […]
Body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) is a preoccupation with the appearance of a certain part of the body. What causes it? The cause of BDD is unclear, but it may be genetic or caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain. What are the symptoms? People with BDD are excessively worried […]
