Traumatic, stressful or shocking events can have a major impact on your mental health. These events are relatively common: According to the National Center for PTSD, about 60% of men and 50% of women experience at least one traumatic event in their lifetime. By the...
Auditory hallucinations can include hearing voices or sounds that aren’t really there. While this can be a form of psychosis, there are plenty of other potential causes. Some are treatable medical or behavioral conditions, and some are problems with simple remedies...
While borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a relatively common mental health condition, some see it as controversial. BPD has been considered controversial due to historical misunderstandings, stigma, and challenges in diagnosis and treatment. Misconceptions about...
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), a type of depression medication, aren’t habit forming. They have a short half-life, which means they are more likely to cause withdrawal symptoms upon abrupt discontinuation. “Brain zaps” are one of several common...
Antipsychotic medications are used to treat a wide variety of symptoms. Prescribers use them to treat typical symptoms of psychosis like hallucinations and delusions. They also help with closely related symptoms like agitation and mania. Psychiatrists may prescribe...
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