Mental Health

Schizophrenia is among the most serious mental illnesses. Although a person may not display any symptoms of having schizophrenia as a child, it typically starts to manifest in adulthood. Their gradual change in behavior often takes family and friends by surprise. What is Schizophrenia? Like so many other mental illnesses, schizophrenia impacts an individual’s sense […]

In the last few years, ADHD (Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder) has become the most frequently diagnosed mental health issue affecting children. But ADHD doesn’t simply affect children; 30 to 50 percent of those who are diagnosed with ADHD as children continue to be affected by the disorder as adults. [1] Despite how common ADHD […]

For most people experiencing odd medical symptoms that don’t seem to go together, getting a diagnosis is a relief. Finally, the puzzle pieces create a whole that looks familiar, at least to a doctor. But a diagnosis containing the word “atypical” might leave you a little uneasy. You finally have an answer — and the […]