Among the many tools used by healthcare professionals in the assessment of depression in older adults is the Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS). The GDS is used to measure mental illness in older adults. Unlike other depression assessment tools, the GDS does not serve as a diagnostic instrument. Instead, it helps nurses quantify their concerns about […]
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Would Neuropsychiatric Disorders Treatment Succeed with Behavioral Therapy? Neuropsychiatry is a branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders. It is a relatively new field, and as such, there are still many unanswered questions about it. In this article, we will attempt to answer some of the most common questions
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Did you know that as many as 1 in 10 children are affected by ADHD? If you have recently learned that your child has this condition or you suspect they may, you are far from alone. Millions of parents across the globe are experiencing the same. Whilst you may initially experience shock and worry at
All about Psychotherapy and Things You Must Know Before Your First Psychotherapy Session. Introduction Should I consider therapy?Is my problem that big?Maybe it’s just a phase!But what if it isn’t?Am I gone crazy? Of course not!Then what’s wrong with me?Who should I talk to?Should I really get an appointment?What if the therapy doesn’t work?What will
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Introduction to Mental Wellness As a matter of fact, your mental wellbeing is as important as your physical health. Mental health disorders, if left untreated, can cause major distress in your life. Thus, it’s a severe issue that needs to be treated. In this article today, we’ll talk about tips and tricks to achieve top-notch
All about A Guide to Improving Mental Health During COVID-19 Pandemic. By Deepak Chheepa The covid 19 pandemic is undoubtedly one of the biggest threats that humanity has ever faced. Not only does it have an indelible impact on our physical health but our mental health has also deteriorated during this period. People have to
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What is Insomnia? Insomnia is a common condition in which you experience difficulty with sleep. The average amount of nightly sleep that an adult needs is between 7 and 8 hours, with some people needing less sleep and others needing more. The person with insomnia may experience difficulty falling asleep, frequent awakenings, waking too early,
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Anxiety Disorders Anxiety or anxiety disorders? Anxiety is a natural emotional response to a threatening situation. Feelings of worry, nervousness, or unease about an upcoming speaking engagement, exams, or workplace pressures are common to all of us. Usually, these feelings are reasonable and we adapt to the situation, despite how uncomfortable our initial response might
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What is depression? Depression is a treatable medical illness that causes a person to have a very low mood for an extended period of time. It interferes with one’s ability to function in the home, work, and social environment. Depression lasts longer and is more severe than a person’s normal response to disappointment or failure.
What is postpartum depression? Having a baby is a life-changing event. It affects a woman’s home life, job, relationships, and even everyday skills like doing dishes or folding laundry. While many women handle this transition fairly well, not everyone has a positive experience with it. In fact, 10-20% of new moms become overwhelmed and depressed. They are
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