Depression is a term with many definitions. In everyday usage, we might use it if we feel down or blue. Clinically, the word “depression” is shorthand for many types of major depressive disorder (MDD). This is much worse than being sad. It’s a diagnosable disorder with potentially serious consequences and outcomes. A sub-form of MDD is psychotic depression…
5 Distinct Sources of Anxiety For People With Autism
Anxiety is a necessary part of everyone’s day. In its healthy form, anxiety can guide and protect us. Then, of course, there are instances when something truly frightening occurs. It can shape our mindset for a while, but ideally, we recover once the threat has passed. For someone with autistic spectrum disorder (ASD), things are trickier…
How Does Bipolar Depression Differ From Traditional Depression?
In the age of search engines, the average person knows more about medical conditions than ever before. But things are not that simple. Even professionals can misdiagnose. A big reason for this is that some conditions are very similar. For example, the depressive episodes of bipolar disorder can easily be confused with traditional depression…
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Social Anxiety: Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment
Think back on a time when you felt nervous or shy. It might have been your first day at a new school or job. Perhaps, a first date or having to give a presentation of some kind came to mind. In situations like this, feeling some apprehension is normal and inevitable. You might get butterflies in your stomach or find that your hands are shaking a little. None of this is fun, but none of it is alarming, either.
What would be alarming is if such fear and anxiousness became chronic and disrupted your daily life. This could mean you are struggling with Social Anxiety Disorder…