Paranoia is the irrational and constant feeling that people are out to get you in some way or another. There are various types of paranoia, we will discuss the three main types here today. Types of Paranoia Disorder: Paranoid Personality Disorder This is considered to be the mildest form of paranoia. Most people with this…
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There is a difference between Hoarding and Collecting, yet we often hear the word Hoarding being used out of context… This post aims to give information regarding hoarding disorders, helping individuals seek help and understand their disorder, or to help others gain knowledge about the mental health condition. What Is The Difference Between Hoarding and…
Dissociative disorders are a range of conditions that can cause physical and psychological problems. Some are very short-lived and can last for a couple of weeks or months following a traumatic or stressful event. However, others can last much longer. There are three main types of dissociative disorders: Dissociative disorders of movement or sensation Dissociative…
Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) or Body Dysmorphia, is a mental health condition that affects an individuals mindset in regards to how they look. The person will worry excessively about their appearance and their flaws; flaws that are often unnoticeable to others. People of any age can develop body dysmorphia although it is most common in…
1 in 3 people are addicted to something. Addiction is when you have no control over doing, taking or using something to the point where it could be harmful to you. The DEA describes psychological dependence as a ‘compulsion that keeps drawing you back to something.’ Positive feelings such as happiness, euphoria and sexual stimulation…
Post-traumatic stress disorder has affected approximately 3.9% of the world’s population in the last year, this is around 250 million people. It can affect people of any age, gender or background, although a lot of people think of soldiers when it comes to PTSD. Yes, it is more common for war veterans to experience PTSD, but…
There is a fair amount of stigma surrounding psychosis as there is a lot of misunderstanding about what it means to experience the condition. There are many negative connotations that have stemmed from the word ‘psychosis’, with a lot of people believing that individuals who experience psychotic episodes are dangerous to themselves and those around…
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can affect men, women and children of all ages. The condition may develop early in childhood but typically develops during early adulthood. OCD can interfere with day to day life on a significant level, though there are treatments available that can help to keep symptoms under control. Causes of Obsessive Compulsive…
Aspergers is a form of Autism. As many of you will be aware, Autism is a spectrum condition and each case can be very different in the way that it is presented. It can be severe or mild, but still important nonetheless! People with Aspergers see, hear and feel the world differently in comparison to…