PANIC ATTACKS AND DISORDER

Someone who experiences a panic attack undergoes an instant episode of strong fear which causes chronic physical reactions in the presence of no real danger.

Panic attacks can be a very frightening process, and when it takes place, you would think that all is beyond your hands, and it could look like you are dying.

Most times, people who experience panic attacks have just one or two all through their lifetime. However, there are some people who experience panic attacks more regularly, especially after the end of a stressful situation.

If someone experiences panic attacks frequently, it is referred to as panic disorder. Panic attacks cannot take the life of an individual, but it gives the person an impression that their lives is about to be taken from them.

Panic attacks and disorder can happen instantly without any prior notice. It could happen when you are driving to work, when you are sleeping, eating and a host of other activities.

There are variations of panic attacks, and the symptoms become intense almost immediately. You would feel so tired when the panic attack fades off.

People who have experienced panic attacks usually fear of having another one. So, they would try to avoid some situations that could induce it, based on the last one they experienced.

If you have been experiencing symptoms of panic attacks and disorders, it is important to seek help promptly. This is not a mental disorder that you should keep to yourself. They are very unpleasant and uncomfortable situations but they are not dangerous.

It is impossible to manage a panic attack all by yourself, so it is necessary to have yourself checked by a healthcare provider.

When panic attacks kick off, they do not come with any warning. However, overtime, they are induced by some situations. So, for the meantime before seeing a healthcare provider, it is necessary to be watchful of those situations and see if they can be avoided.

For now, there is no proven method of preventing panic attacks, but it is best to seek treatment promptly.

EATING DISORDERS

Eating disorder is a chronic condition that is connected to a tenacious eating behavior that adversely affect your emotions, health and your ability to perform optimally in all aspects of life.

A good number of eating disorders are usually hinged on placing too much focus on your body shape, weight and food, and this affect the prospects of your body receiving enough nutrition.

Someone who has eating disorders might have heart problems, digestive system problems and a host of other diseases. Most times, eating disorders kicks off in the teenage are pre-adult years.

This does not however understate the fact that, it can develop at other ages too. When there is proficient treatment, someone can regain his or her healthy eating habits.

Also, if the treatment is in place, there is a tendency for chronic health complications caused by the eating disorder to be reversed. The type of eating disorder is responsible for how symptoms vary.

There is Anorexia nervosa which is characterized by an individual having a low body weight and he or she harbors the fear of gaining weight. Their perception of shape or weight is distorted.

People who have anorexia nervosa try all within their means to ensure that their shape and weight is controlled effectively, and this affects their life and health activities.

Another eating disorder is Bulimia nervosa. This is a chronic and life-threatening eating disorder. People who have this type of eating disorder experience purging alongside with feelings that suggests that you cannot control the way you eat.

In addition to this, they eat much food and they try to eliminate the additional calories in a way that is not healthy.

In addition to this, there is Rumination disorder which is the continuous regurgitation of food after eating. This is not caused by a medical condition, and this eating disorder is not an intentional one.

This disorder causes malnutrition if the person refuses to eat much because they want to avert the behavior.

It is very difficult to manage an eating disorder on your own, so it is best to reach out to a healthcare professional.

THE CONCEPT OF MENTAL DISORDERS

Mental disorders are also referred to as mental illness and they refer to a broad range of mental health problems. These are health conditions that adversely affect your behavior, mood and thinking.

Mental disorders can take different forms like depression, schizophrenia, eating disorders, anxiety and a host of others.

People can have mental health concerns at intervals. However, a mental health concern becomes a mental health problem when the signs and symptoms induce regular stress and your ability to perform optimally.

A mental health problem has the capacity to make you miserable and you could face problems in your relationship, work and school.

Symptoms associated with mental disorders are best managed with psychotherapy which is known as talk therapy, and medications.

The following are signs and symptoms of mental disorders

  • Sadness
  • Confused thoughts
  • Unnecessary fears and worries
  • Feelings of guilt
  • Frequent mood swings
  • Withdrawal from loved ones
  • Unnecessary tiredness
  • Drastic increase or reduction in sex drive
  • Suicidal thoughts
  • Substance abuse

A good number of times, people who have mental disorders usually experience physical problems. This could be in form of pain at any part of the body. If they persists for a very long time, then it is likely that help is needed and a mental disorder is in play.

If you experience signs or symptoms of a mental disorder, it is important to see a healthcare provider or a professional who is versed in mental health.

A good number of times, people who have mental health problems are not good at spotting that they have a disorder. Even though the symptoms are staring them in the face, they do not like considering the reality.

So, they would rather pretend like all is normal, and they would go about with their normal lives, affecting those who are around them without knowing.

There is a likely chance for suicidal thoughts to set in, so it is important to seek help from professionals before you hurt yourself without knowing.

SCHIZOPHRENIA

Schizophrenia is one of the most chronic mental health condition. This is a health disorder whereby an individual is unable to process reality normally. This is the reason why a good number of them experience delusions, hallucinations and a host of others.

They exhibit behaviors that have the capacity to affect their regular functioning.

People who experience schizophrenia need treatment on a long-term basis. It is best to receive treatment during the early stages of schizophrenia so that it can be properly managed.

If not, there are tendencies for chronic complications to set in, and this could inhibit the long-term progress.

Schizophrenia comes with a host of problems which are centered on behaviors, emotions and thinking. The signs and symptoms would definitely not be totally the same across all individuals. However, delusions and hallucinations are bound to happen.

Basically, delusions are untrue beliefs that do not exist in reality. A good number of people who have schizophrenia usually experience delusions.

For hallucinations, they involve hearing and seeing things that are not in reality. One of the common features of hallucinations is people hearing voices that are definitely inaudible to other people around.

Also, people who have schizophrenia also experience disorganized thinking. Communication would not be effective as it used to be. The person might mutter words that do not make sense to people who are devoid of the mental health problem.

The symptoms of schizophrenia are quite a number and they vary in both severity and type. Sometimes, these symptoms might get better, and other times, they could be very unpleasant.

For men, schizophrenia occurs in their early ages to their mid-20s. For women, schizophrenia begin when they are in their late 20s.

People who have schizophrenia do not usually know when their problem is as a result of their mental health disorder. So, the best set of people who would give them the needed help are family and friends.

You cannot force someone to seek treatment for schizophrenia, but you can talk to a professional who would advise them.  

BIPOLAR DISORDER

In times past, Bipolar disorder was referred to as maniac depression. It is a mental health disorder whereby an individual shows mood swings at extreme lengths.

So, the person might either be depressed or hyper-active. Someone who is depressed loses feelings and interests in activities that previously attracted the individual.

While someone who is hyper-active is always full of energy and boisterous, and sometimes the individual might be irritable. Someone who has mood swings would be unable to think properly, sleep well, and carry out other needed activities.

These bouts of mood swings will rarely occur or they could happen several times a year. It depends on the make-up of the person. In children and teenagers, bipolar disorder is quite difficult to identify. It would be hard to tell of they are conventional mood switches or aftermaths of stress and the likes.

Bipolar disorder occurs differently in adults than it does in children, it is an entirely different pattern. One of the most notable signs observable in children is terrible mood swings than it is different from their conventional mood swings.

Irrespective of the mood extremes, people who have bipolar disorder fail to notice how their condition affects the lives of those around them. So, if they do not get the treatment, they would continue to live their lives unaware of the damage they are causing.

Some people who have bipolar disorder might revel in euphoria and this can make them to be more productive. Often times, they experience an emotional downturn that can make them depressed. Other times, they find themselves in all sorts of trouble.

If you are experiencing any symptom of mental health disorder, it is essential to see your healthcare provider in order to receive help. It is a rare sight for you to see bipolar disorder get better all by itself. You need to seek help from trusted professionals.

Some people who have bipolar disorders are likely to have suicidal thoughts, so they can harbor thoughts of harming themselves.