Mental Health

What is Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Generalized anxiety disorder is a mental health disorder. People with this condition constantly worry about everyday events. Unlike normal anxiety, worry related to GAD is not triggered by a specific event. These worries also do not fade or get better with time. Generalized Anxiety Disorder interferes with life functions, […]

Generalized Anxiety Disorder in Children Generalized anxiety disorder is a mental health disorder. Children with this condition constantly worry about everyday events. Unlike normal anxiety, worry related to GAD is not triggered by a specific event. These worries also do not fade or get better with time. The condition can affect the child’s school performance

What is Gambling Addiction What is pathologic gambling? People who are pathologic gamblers can’t control their impulses to gamble. They end up losing a lot of money and get into financial trouble. Gambling usually causes problems with their work, school or relationships. However, in spite of these problems, a pathologic gambler will continue to gamble.

Treatment for Addiction What is addiction? Addiction is a complex disease of the brain. It causes an uncontrollable (compulsive) need for a substance. You can be addicted to alcohol, illegal drugs, or prescription medicines such as painkillers. Addiction can also be a behavior, like gambling or shopping. The need for the drug or activity can

Good Emotional Health: Keeping Your Emotional Health What is good emotional health? People who are emotionally healthy are in control of their thoughts, feelings and behaviors. They feel good about themselves and have good relationships. They can keep problems in perspective. Even people who have good emotional health can sometimes have emotional problems or mental

What is Mild Neurocognitive Disorder (mild cognitive impairment) Mild neurocognitive disorder is a disorder in which memory does not work as well as it should. This disorder may also affect other mental functions, including thought, communication, behavior, and completion of tasks. These impairments are noticeable and measurable, but for the most part they do not

What is Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Mindfulness based stress reduction is a program that helps people learn to practice mindfulness. Mindfulness is the practice of intentionally paying attention to the present moment. It can be learned and practiced through techniques such as education, breathing exercises, meditation, and yoga. MBSR includes several mindfulness techniques in