Miriam Calleja

Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD) Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder, or OCPD, is a mental health disorder in which individuals show a preoccupation with orderliness, perfectionism, and control that ultimately hinders the…

Hallucinogen use disorder is the persistent and strong urge to use drugs that cause sensory perception distortion despite experiencing damaging disruptions in daily life. This can negatively impact many areas of the person’s life. Treatment is…

Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is a behavioral disorder occurring in children or preteens who demonstrate defiant, angry, and argumentative behavior. Causes may be a combination of genetic and environmental factors. ODD is often treated with…

Nicotine use disorder is the urge to continue taking nicotine through the lungs, usually through smoking tobacco products. Any amount of nicotine can lead to dependence. Signs of addiction are withdrawal symptoms and the urge to smoke despite…

Alcohol use disorder (AUD) occurs when an individual drinks often and in large enough quantities for their body to become dependent and addicted to alcohol. Those with this disorder will continue to drink even when this causes negative physical,…

Dementia is an umbrella term used to describe a decline in mental function. It can affect memory, language, problem-solving, judgment, social interactions, and other mental abilities, interfering with daily life. Dementia is not a specific disease,…

A specific phobia is an irrational fear of a particular object or situation that poses little or no actual danger. People suffering from a specific phobia feel the need to avoid the trigger in a way that may affect the person’s everyday actions.…

Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder, or OCPD, is a mental health disorder in which individuals show a preoccupation with orderliness, perfectionism, and control that ultimately hinders the completion of tasks. It is associated with genetics and…

Alcohol use disorder (AUD) occurs when an individual drinks often and in large enough quantities for their body to become dependent and addicted to alcohol. Those with this disorder will continue to drink even when this causes negative physical,…

What is generalized anxiety disorder? Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is a common mental health condition, affecting about 3% of the population within a one year period. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, GAD is “excessive…

Dextroamphetamine is a stimulant used to treat Attention-deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. Always consult your doctor or healthcare provider before using dextroamphetamine, as it can have serious side effects and is classified as…

Diphenhydramine is a first-generation antihistamine used for symptoms of allergies and colds, such as sneezing, runny nose, or skin rash. It is also used to induce sleep, motion sickness, and some symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. It should be used…

A specific phobia is an irrational fear of a particular object or situation that poses little or no actual danger. People suffering from a specific phobia feel the need to avoid the trigger in a way that may affect the person’s everyday actions.…

Agoraphobia is an anxiety disorder often triggered by an intense fear of open spaces, crowds, or enclosed spaces. People with agoraphobia may also have a fear of having a panic attack in a situation where they cannot escape or get help. As a result,…

People with agoraphobia live in fear of having panic attacks. These episodes can be unpredictable and may cause significant disability. In addition, the individual may be unable to leave home to go to work or school. For those living with…

Hallucinogen use disorder is the persistent and strong urge to use drugs that cause sensory perception distortion despite experiencing damaging disruptions in daily life. This can negatively impact many areas of the person’s life. Treatment is…

Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is a behavioral disorder occurring in children or preteens who demonstrate defiant, angry, and argumentative behavior. Causes may be a combination of genetic and environmental factors. ODD is often treated with…

Dementia is an umbrella term used to describe a decline in mental function. It can affect memory, language, problem-solving, judgment, social interactions, and other mental abilities, interfering with daily life. Dementia is not a specific disease,…

Nicotine use disorder is the urge to continue taking nicotine through the lungs, usually through smoking tobacco products. Any amount of nicotine can lead to dependence. Signs of addiction are withdrawal symptoms and the urge to smoke despite…

Mild or major neurocognitive disorder (NCD) due to Alzheimer’s disease is a neurological disorder where a person experiences slow and progressive mental dysfunction. Medicines can help slow the progression of the disease, but there is currently no…