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Mental Health Conditions
15 mental health conditions with prevalence rates, key symptoms, treatment approaches, and public awareness levels.
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Condition↕ | Category↕ | Prevalence (%)↕ | Symptoms↕ | Treatment Approach↕ | Awareness Level↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Depression | Mood Disorder | 4.4 | Persistent sadness, loss of interest, fatigue, sleep changes, feelings of worthlessness | CBT, antidepressants (SSRIs/SNRIs), lifestyle changes, therapy | high |
| Anxiety Disorder | Anxiety Disorder | 3.6 | Excessive worry, restlessness, muscle tension, difficulty concentrating, irritability | CBT, exposure therapy, SSRIs, benzodiazepines (short-term), mindfulness | high |
| PTSD | Trauma-Related Disorder | 3.9 | Flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, emotional numbness, avoidance of triggers | EMDR, trauma-focused CBT, SSRIs, prolonged exposure therapy | high |
| Bipolar Disorder | Mood Disorder | 2.4 | Alternating episodes of mania (high energy, impulsivity) and depression | Mood stabilizers (lithium), anticonvulsants, psychotherapy, routine management | medium |
| OCD | Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder | 2.3 | Intrusive thoughts (obsessions), repetitive behaviors (compulsions), extreme anxiety | ERP (exposure and response prevention), SSRIs, CBT | medium |
| ADHD | Neurodevelopmental Disorder | 5 | Inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, difficulty organizing tasks, forgetfulness | Stimulant medications (methylphenidate, amphetamines), behavioral therapy, coaching | high |
| Schizophrenia | Psychotic Disorder | 0.3 | Hallucinations, delusions, disorganized thinking, social withdrawal, flat affect | Antipsychotics, psychosocial therapy, supported employment, family education | medium |
| Eating Disorders (Anorexia) | Eating Disorder | 0.4 | Severe food restriction, distorted body image, extreme weight loss, fear of gaining weight | Nutritional rehabilitation, CBT, family-based therapy, hospitalization if severe | medium |
| Eating Disorders (Bulimia) | Eating Disorder | 1 | Binge eating followed by purging, guilt/shame cycles, dental erosion, electrolyte imbalance | CBT, nutritional counseling, SSRIs (fluoxetine), group therapy | medium |
| Social Anxiety | Anxiety Disorder | 7.1 | Intense fear of social situations, fear of judgment, avoidance, physical symptoms (blushing, sweating) | CBT, exposure therapy, SSRIs, social skills training | medium |
| Panic Disorder | Anxiety Disorder | 2.7 | Sudden panic attacks, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, derealization, fear of dying | CBT, SSRIs/SNRIs, breathing techniques, graded exposure | medium |
| Autism Spectrum | Neurodevelopmental Disorder | 1 | Difficulty with social communication, restricted interests, sensory sensitivities, routine preference | Behavioral therapy (ABA), speech therapy, occupational therapy, social skills groups | high |
| Borderline Personality | Personality Disorder | 1.6 | Unstable relationships, identity disturbance, impulsivity, fear of abandonment, emotional volatility | DBT (dialectical behavior therapy), mentalization-based therapy, mood stabilizers | low |
| Insomnia Disorder | Sleep Disorder | 10 | Difficulty falling or staying asleep, daytime fatigue, irritability, impaired concentration | CBT-I (insomnia-specific CBT), sleep hygiene, melatonin, short-term medications | high |
| Seasonal Affective Disorder | Mood Disorder | 5 | Winter depression, low energy, oversleeping, carbohydrate cravings, social withdrawal | Light therapy (10,000 lux), SSRIs, vitamin D supplementation, exercise | medium |
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