Mental Health Conditions We Commonly Treat
1. Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
GAD is more than everyday worry. It involves persistent, excessive anxiety that’s hard to control and affects sleep, focus, and relationships.
Symptoms: Restlessness, irritability, fatigue, muscle tension, racing thoughts.
Treatment: Medication, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and lifestyle changes.
2. Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
Depression is more than feeling sad. It’s a medical condition that impacts motivation, sleep, appetite, concentration, and enjoyment of life.
Symptoms: Low mood, loss of interest, hopelessness, changes in sleep or appetite, thoughts of worthlessness.
Treatment: Antidepressants, therapy, and structured support.
3. ADHD (Adult)
ADHD in adults often shows up as disorganization, impulsivity, trouble focusing, or feeling overwhelmed by daily tasks.
Symptoms: Inattention, forgetfulness, time blindness, restlessness.
Treatment: Medication, executive function coaching, behavioral strategies.
4. Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder involves cycles of depression and elevated mood (mania or hypomania). It’s treatable, but early and accurate diagnosis is key.
Symptoms: Mood swings, impulsivity, high energy episodes, periods of low motivation.
Treatment: Mood stabilizers, lifestyle regularity, therapy.
5. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
OCD involves intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors or rituals (compulsions) done to reduce distress.
Symptoms: Repetitive checking, cleaning, intrusive thoughts, mental rituals.
Treatment: SSRIs, exposure and response prevention (ERP), supportive care.
6. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
PTSD can develop after trauma. It affects how your brain processes memories, threats, and emotions.
Symptoms: Flashbacks, nightmares, avoidance, hypervigilance, emotional numbness.
Treatment: Trauma-focused therapy (like EMDR), medication, grounding techniques.
7. Insomnia
Chronic difficulty falling or staying asleep can worsen anxiety, depression, and concentration. Insomnia is both a symptom and a treatable condition.
Symptoms: Trouble falling asleep, waking up early, racing mind at night, fatigue.
Treatment: CBT for insomnia (CBT-I), medication, sleep hygiene changes.
8. Adjustment Disorder
When life hits hard—a loss, breakup, move, or major transition—it can lead to emotional symptoms that interfere with functioning.
Symptoms: Anxiety, sadness, irritability, difficulty coping after a major life change.
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