Asthenophobia, also known as fear of weakness or fear of fainting, is an anxiety disorder characterized by an irrational and excessive fear of feeling weak, powerless, or losing control. It is classified as a specific phobia, which is an intense fear of a particular situation, object, or activity. Symptoms –The symptoms of asthenophobia can vary […]
Self-care strategies during pandemic are good for your mental and physical health and can help you take charge of your life. Take care of your body and your mind and connect with others to benefit your mental health. ▪︎ Take care of your bodyBe mindful about your physical health as first step of self-care strategies […]
An introvert is a person with qualities of a personality type known as introversion, which means that they feel more comfortable focusing on their inner thoughts and ideas, rather than what’s happening externally. They enjoy spending time with just one or two people, rather than large groups or crowds. Signs –Though it looks different in […]
Hot flashes are the sudden feeling of warmth in the upper body, which is usually most intense over the face, neck and chest. Your skin might redden, as if you’re blushing. A hot flash can also cause sweating. If you lose too much body heat, you might feel chilled afterward. Night sweats are hot flashes […]
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that’s related to changes in seasons — SAD begins and ends at about the same times every year. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is another term for major depressive disorder (MDD) with seasonal pattern. If you’re like most people with SAD, your symptoms start in the fall and continue into the winter […]
Couvade syndrome, also called Sympathetic pregnancy, is a proposed condition in which an expectant father experiences some of the same symptoms and behavior as his pregnant partner.Couvade as we know it today could be connected to the shifting perspectives on fatherhood and the more participatory role expectant dads may play during pregnancy and childbirthThis condition has […]
Vulvodynia is chronic pain in the vulva, the area on the outside of a woman’s genitals. Vulvodynia is defined as pain that lasts more than three months and doesn’t have a clear identifiable cause, such as an infection or a skin disorder. This pain may cause sexual dysfunction and it can negatively impact a woman’s quality of life. Types […]
Conduct disorder refers to a group of behavioral and emotional problems characterized by a disregard for others. Children with this disorder have a difficult time following rules and behaving in a socially acceptable way. Their behavior can be hostile and sometimes physically violent. In their earlier years, they may show early signs of aggression, including […]
Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is an extreme behavior disorder defined by chronic aggression, frequent outbursts, defiance, and a tendency to irritate others. Children with ODD are frequently irritable, argumentative, and disobedient. This behavior often disrupts your child’s normal daily functioning, including relationships and activities within their family and at school. It’s common for children — especially […]
Kleptomania is a condition characterized by an irresistible urge to steal. People will steal items that they do not need, that they could afford to buy, or that have little to no monetary value. Kleptomania often emerges sometime during adolescence and appears more commonly in women than in men. Symptoms –The main symptom of kleptomania […]