Many medical terms have evolved or changed over the years to reflect advancements in medical knowledge or to reduce stigma. For example, what was once called consumption is now known to be ...

"There is nothing about my journey that I invite shame into anymore." "Nip/Tuck" alum AnnaLynne McCord is opening up about her mental health struggles. In an interview with “Good Morning America,” ...

I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner licensed in Ohio. I have 20 years of experience in the medical field and 9 years of experience in mental health. Working in ...

Where mood disorders can cause temporary or fluctuating changes in mood, personality disorders cause symptoms that remain consistent over time and across a range of situations. For example, bipolar ...

DID’s explosion on social media during the pandemic Like other diagnoses of mental illness, including narcissistic personality disorder, DID exploded on TikTok during the pandemic. Videos and posts ...

Diagnosing personality disorders in children is controversial due to natural developmental shifts in mood and behavior. When maladaptive traits remain pervasive and persistent, however, a personality ...

Medically reviewed by Michael MacIntyre, MD Cluster C personality disorders include conditions with anxious and fearful thoughts and behaviors. These are avoidant personality disorder (AVPD), ...

The exact cause of personality disorders is unclear. However, genetics, neurological differences, and environmental factors may contribute to the development of these complex mental health conditions.

Suchandrima Bhowmik has written over 300 articles on various health conditions, medical news, and recent breakthroughs. Her work appears in several publications, including Medical News Today, ...

Symptoms of ASPD can start in childhood and may include manipulative and reckless behaviors. ASPD often co-occurs with other mental health conditions, which makes it harder to treat. Up to 31% of ...