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New Guidelines on How to Accurately Convey ADHD Information

Mad in America

W hen it comes to information on ADHD, there are no rules on what are considered good and bad practices. Unbalanced, for instance, in the sense that much emphasis is placed on brain and genetic studies that to this day have cost billions of dollars, while showing only very small associations—not providing any basis for biological screening.

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Exploring the Connection Between Bipolar Disorder and Anxiety Disorders

Dr. Sagnik Mukherjee Blog

Exploring the Connection Between Bipolar Disorder and Anxiety Disorders As a parent, caregiver, or even a concerned family member, have you ever wondered whether the mood swings you witness in your loved one could be more than just emotional highs and lows? However, it’s not just about mood swings.

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How to Explain Top Psychiatrists’ “Dr. Strangelove Exuberance” Unchecked by Reality

Mad in America

E xuberant individuals who disregard societal consensus reality are routinely diagnosed by psychiatrists with bipolar disorder; however, among psychiatrists themselves, exuberance about psychiatry regardless of the reality of psychiatry’s repeated scientific failures makes one a leading psychiatrist. Thomas Insel, quoted in 2017. “To

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What is Psychosis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

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Psychosis is a mental health condition that affects an individual’s perception of reality. It is characterized by symptoms such as delusions, hallucinations, and disordered thinking. Psychosis can occur as a result of various underlying conditions, including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and severe depression.

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Iatrogenic Practices in Psychiatry: Kindling

Mad in America

Premise In our information we always emphasize that psychotropic drugs do not have a specific action on mental problems or psychopathology, but only on their symptoms. Essentially, the development of this hypersensitivity can cause abnormal reactions when the same drug or a different drug is reintroduced.

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Schizoaffective Disorder: Understanding the Incidence, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment

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This is an informational summary and not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. How Common is Schizoaffective Disorder? per cent of the population have schizoaffective disorder: its a lot less common than either major depression or bipolar disorder. How is it Diagnosed?

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What’s the Story with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)? Part II

Solara Mental Health

This article will discuss some causes of the disorder, diagnoses, and treatment. For more information regarding the three types of ADHD, and the primary symptoms of each one, please refer to the previous article in this series. Causes of ADHD The exact cause of Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder is not yet known.