Mental illnesses and disorders: awareness and understanding
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6) Depression
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Mason Crest
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[2016]
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English
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Explains what depression is, how it is typically diagnosed, and how it is treated.
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Drugs and alcohol seem to be everywhere in our society. Some people feel that they need to drink or take drugs to have fun or just to feel "normal." An addiction to drugs or alcohol can become a serious problem not only for individuals, but also for the people who love them. Fortunately, there are ways to treat the disorder and get better. The lives of millions of kids are affected by mental illness. And yet it's all too common for kids to feel like...
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Terrible things happen sometimes. Unfortunately, the traumas in our past don't always stay in the past. Traumatic experiences can cause anxiety, nightmares, and flashbacks that can last for months or years. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental condition that is difficult for any person to deal with. But PTSD can be treated, lessening the symptoms associated with this frightening disorder. The lives of millions of kids are affected by...
12) Schizophrenia
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The disorder known as schizophrenia, which roughly means "split mind," is one of the most misunderstood mental disorders. People with the condition experience hallucinations and delusions as their brains struggle to interpret various mixed-up signals. Understanding the causes, symptoms, and treatments of schizophrenia will help reduce the stigma surrounding this rare but frightening disorder. The lives of millions of kids are affected by mental...
13) Sleep disorders
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Mason Crest
Pub. Date
[2016]
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English
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Explains the importance of getting enough sleep, discussing common sleeping disorders and how they are treated.