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    This document provides an overview of mental disorders, including some common types like depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. It discusses causes and risk factors such as genetic and biological factors. The conclusion emphasizes that mental disorders require treatment and understanding rather than stigma, and promoting mental health awareness can help support recovery.

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    This document provides an overview of mental disorders, including some common types like depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. It discusses causes and risk factors such as genetic and biological factors. The conclusion emphasizes that mental disorders require treatment and understanding rather than stigma, and promoting mental health awareness can help support recovery.

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    This document provides an overview of mental disorders, including some common types like depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. It discusses causes and risk factors such as genetic and biological factors. The conclusion emphasizes that mental disorders require treatment and understanding rather than stigma, and promoting mental health awareness can help support recovery.

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    Mental Disorders

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    Kawtar Hachimy
    This document provides an overview of mental disorders, including some common types like depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. It discusses causes and risk factors such as genetic and biological factors. The conclusion emphasizes that mental disorders require treatment and understanding rather than stigma, and promoting mental health awareness can help support recovery.

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    Mental

    Disorders
    Presented by : Oussaid mariam
    Elhachemy
    kaoutar
    SUMMARY

    ● INTRODUCTION
    ● SOME COMMON TYPES OF MENTAL DISORDER
    ● CAUSES AND RISK FACTORS
    ● CONCLUSION
    Introduction
    ● Mental disorders, also known as mental illnesses or psychiatric disorders, encompass a
    wide range of conditions that affect a person's thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and overall
    mental well-being. These disorders can cause significant distress and impairment in
    various areas of life, including personal relationships, work or school performance, and
    daily functioning.
    ● Mental disorders are characterized by abnormal patterns of thinking, feeling, and
    behaving that deviate from what is considered typical or socially acceptable. They can
    manifest in various forms, ranging from relatively common conditions like anxiety and
    depression to more severe disorders such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder.
    Some common
    types of mental
    disorder
    Depression
    Anxiety Disorders
    Bipolar Disorder
    Schizophrenia
    Depression

    is a mood disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a loss of


    interest or pleasure in activities. It can impact a person's energy levels, sleep, appetite, and
    overall functioning. Major depressive disorder, postpartum depression, and seasonal affective
    disorder are some examples.
    Anxiety disorder

    involve excessive and persistent worry, fear, or unease. They can manifest as generalized
    anxiety disorder (GAD), panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, specific phobias, or
    obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Anxiety disorders can significantly interfere with
    daily life and lead to avoidance behaviors.
    Bipolar disorder

    ● is characterized by extreme mood swings, including episodes of mania (elevated


    mood, increased energy) and depression. These mood shifts can be intense and
    disruptive, affecting the person's ability to function and maintain stable relationships.
    Schizophrenia

    ● is a chronic and severe mental disorder that affects a person's perception of reality,
    thoughts, emotions, and behavior. It is often associated with symptoms such as
    hallucinations, delusions, disorganized thinking, and social withdrawal. Treatment
    usually involves a combination of medication and therapy.
    Causes and risk factors

    Genetic factors Biological factors Psychological factors

    Certain mental disorders tend to run Imbalances in brain chemistry and Individual personality traits,
    in families, suggesting a genetic structure can contribute to the coping mechanisms, and thought
    component. Having a close family development of mental disorders. patterns can influence mental
    member with a mental disorder health.
    increases the risk of developing that
    disorder
    Conclusion
    It's important to recognize that mental disorders are not a result of personal weakness or
    character flaws. They are legitimate medical conditions that require understanding,
    support, and appropriate treatment. Mental health professionals employ a range of
    interventions, including therapy, medication, and lifestyle changes, to help individuals
    manage and recover from mental disorders.
    Increasing awareness and reducing stigma around mental health is crucial for promoting
    early detection, intervention, and effective treatment. By addressing mental health as a
    societal priority, we can support individuals in their journey towards mental well-
    being and work towards a more compassionate and inclusive society for everyone.

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