What is Hallucinogen Use Disorder Hallucinogens are a group of drugs that cause people to see and hear things that are not there (hallucinations). These drugs may be made from chemicals (synthetic) or may occur naturally. Examples of hallucinogens include: MDMA (Ecstasy). PCP. LSD. Psilocybin mushrooms (shrooms or magic mushrooms). Peyote. In addition to hallucinations, …
What is Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Disruptive mood dysregulation disorder is a mental health disorder that affects children and adolescents who are 6–18 years of age. A child with this disorder regularly has severe temper outbursts that affect daily life. These outbursts are much more severe than what might be expected for the situation …
What is Dissociative Identity Disorder Dissociative identity disorder is a long-term (chronic) mental illness. This disorder used to be called multiple personality disorder. This disorder may start in childhood as an involuntary escape from reality. It can be a defensive coping response to a very stressful or abusive situation. It may become a pattern that …
What is Dementia Dementia is a term used to describe a number of symptoms that affect memory and thinking. The most common symptoms include: Memory loss. Trouble with language and communication. Trouble concentrating. Poor judgment. Problems with reasoning. Child-like behavior and language. Extreme anxiety. Angry outbursts. Wandering from home or public places. Dementia is the …
What is Delirium Tremens (DT) Delirium tremens, also known as DTs, is the most severe form of alcohol withdrawal. Alcohol withdrawal is a group of mental and physical symptoms that can develop when a person who drinks heavily and regularly stops drinking or drinks less than usual. Delirium tremens is a serious condition and can …
Borderline Personality Disorder in Children Borderline personality disorder is a mental health disorder. Children with this condition: Have unstable moods and relationships. Have trouble controlling emotions. Often engage in impulsive or reckless behavior. Often fear being abandoned by friends or family. Children with BPD may need treatment for other mental health issues, such as depression, …
What is Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Borderline personality disorder is a mental health disorder. People with this condition: Have unstable moods and relationships. Have trouble controlling emotions. Often engage in impulsive or reckless behavior. Often fear being abandoned by friends or family. People with BPD often have other mental health issues, such as depression, an …