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Is Weed a Depressant? Understanding Marijuana’s Effects.

My Psychiatry

For some, cannabis induces relaxation, but others, particularly those using high-THC strains, may experience heightened anxiety or even panic attacks. Evidence points to a moderate association between marijuana use and social anxiety disorder (SAD).

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Day # 153: Insomnia - Assessment

Bullet Psych

The most common symptom of insomnia is difficulty maintaining sleep, followed by difficulty falling asleep, with a combination of these symptoms being the most common presentation overall. Although insomnia can be a symptom of an independent disorder, it is most frequently observed as a comorbid condition.

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Oppositional Defiant Disorder

Kids Mental Health Info

In children with Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), there is an ongoing pattern of uncooperative, defiant, and hostile behavior toward authority figures that seriously interferes with the child’s day-to-day functioning. It may be difficult to improve the symptoms of ODD without treating the coexisting disorder.

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Autism Facts

Kids Mental Health Info

Boys are four times more likely to be diagnosed with autism than girls, although some researchers believe this may be partly attributed to gender differences in how autism presents and socialization impacting external behaviors.

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Women’s Mental Health Care: A Historical Perspective & Progress

Lightwork

Healthcare providers developed targeted approaches for conditions like premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) and anxiety disorders specific to women. Research shows that women often wait longer for accurate diagnoses of serious conditions like ADHD, autism, and bipolar disorder compared to men presenting identical symptoms.