Dissociative amnesia is a type of amnesia in which you don’t remember essential details from your life, such as your name, family and friends and personal history. It can arise as a result of severe trauma or stress. Continue reading to learn more about this condition, its causes and treatment options. Types of dissociative amnesia…
General adaptation syndrome (GAS) describes how the body automatically adapts to stress by changing its physiological state. Hans Selye developed GAS in 1936, and it is considered a modern biological formulation of stress. Stress is quite frequent. While you may not be able to eliminate all sources of stress from your life but you can…
Delusions of grandeur is an incorrect or irrational belief in one’s own greatness. For example, a person may believe that they are renowned, that they can stop global conflicts, or that they are immortal. Grandiose delusions, often known as delusions of grandeur, may involve other mental health problems, such as other delusions. The symptoms might…
Factitious disorder is a mental condition in which an individual behaves as if they have a medical or psychological disorder when the symptoms are the result of their own creation. People who suffer from this condition are prepared to go through unpleasant or dangerous examinations in exchange for compassion and special treatment. What is factitious…
What is diogenes syndrome? Diogenes syndrome is a mental illness that affects older people. It can affect both males and women. The main symptoms are dirty homes, excessive hoarding and poor personal hygiene. Diogenes syndrome causes people to retreat from life and society. They frequently live alone and are unaware that there is anything wrong…