Basic Understanding Mental Illness

Individuals that are plagued by a mental illness are subjected to unfair social stigmas. These individuals cannot control the fact that they now suffer from a mental illness. Many of these individuals seek professional treatment, but a large portion of the affected population live without treatment or diagnosis. It is important to understand mental illness so that the negative social stigmas can begin to fade into the background. With the help of a psychiatrist in Gaithersburg, MD those that have a misunderstanding about mental illness can now learn the facts.

To begin, 1:20 adults live their everyday lives affected by a severe mental illness. This statistic comes straight from the National Alliance on Mental Illness. This statistic shows that mental illness touches the lives of more people than the general population realizes. No one is alone in their journey through treatment and management of mental illness. There is a whole list of mental illnesses that can affect anyone at anytime in their lives:

  • Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • Depression
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Schizophrenia
  • Personality Disorders
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

The stigma that comes along with mental illness should be lifted. There are a variety of reasons that an individual may suffer from a mental disorder, and none of them are due to a personal decision. While researchers are still trying to find the exact cause, right now there is no simple answer. Genetics, brain chemistry imbalances, brain injury, toxic exposure, infections, and prenatal damage are all likely culprits of mental illness. To learn more, or to speak to a psychiatrist in Gaithersburg, MD contact Kentlands Psychotherapy

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