THE SYMPTOMS OF PSYCHOLOGICAL DISORDERS :
Symptoms of psychological disorders vary based on the specific disorder, but mood and behavioural symptoms are common. Symptoms can be chronic and relapsing.
# alcohol or drug abuse
# anxiety
# agitation, hostility or aggression
# alterations in energy levels
# confusion or disconnectedness
# erratic behavior
# irritability and mood changes
# perception or thought process disturbances, such as hallucinations and delusions
# problem denial
# persistent or adrupt mood changes
# social withdrawal
Physical Symptoms including :-
# Inexplicable physical problems
# Lethargy or malaise
# Sleep disturbances
# Weight and appetite changes
Serious Symptoms that might indicate a life-threatening condition :- (seek immediately medical care)
# being a danger to oneself or others, including threatening, irrational or suicidal behavior
# inability to care for one's basic needs
# trauma, such as bone deformity, burns, eye injuries and other injuries.
Common Treatments For Psychological Disorders :
# Antianxiety medications
# Anti depressant medications to improve moods
# Antipsychotic medication to treat disordered thought patterns and altered perceptions
# Cognitive behaviour therapy to work on thought patterns & behaviour
# Family therapy to help develop support and understanding
# Group threapy
# Hospitalization for coexisting medical problems
# Individual therapy
# Mood stabilizing medications
# Support group
# Psychodynamic therapy to work on discovering and understanding past issues and their relationsing to current thoughts and behaviours
# Talk therapy
What you can do to improve your psychological disorders and decrease your risk of recurrences by :
# Avoiding alcohol or illicit drug use
# Avoiding caffeine or other stimulants
# Eating on a regular schedule
# Exercising regularly
# Getting enough sleep
# Keeping appaintments and taking medications as directed.
