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As daylight hours dwindle with the changing seasons, many individuals notice shifts in their mood and energy levels. For some, this seasonal change transcends the common “winter blues,”...
Introduction Fever is a temporary increase in body temperature, often due to an illness. It is a natural response of the body’s immune system to fight off infections. While a fever can be...
Introduction The senses of smell (olfaction) and taste (gustation) are essential for daily life, influencing appetite, nutrition, safety, and overall well-being. A reduction or loss in these senses...
Introduction Influenza, commonly known as the flu, is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. It affects the nose, throat, and sometimes the lungs. Influenza can range from mild...
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What they are Substance Use Disorders are patterns of problematic use of drugs (e.g., opioids, stimulants, cannabis, sedatives, cocaine, methamphetamine) leading to impairment or distress across...
What it is Alcohol Use Disorder is a medical condition where drinking leads to impaired control, social or work problems, risky use, and/or physical dependence. Severity ranges from mild to severe...
What they are Tic disorders involve sudden, rapid, recurrent, nonrhythmic movements or vocalizations: Provisional Tic Disorder: tics < 1 year Persistent (Chronic) Motor or Vocal Tic Disorder: motor...
What it is ARFID involves persistent avoidance or restriction of food intake leading to weight loss, nutritional deficiency, dependence on supplements/enteral feeding, or significant psychosocial...
What it is Binge Eating Disorder is recurrent binge episodes (loss of control while eating unusually large amounts) without regular compensatory behaviors. People often eat rapidly, until...
What it is Schizotypal Personality Disorder features pervasive social/interpersonal deficits with acute discomfort in close relationships, cognitive/perceptual distortions, and eccentric behaviors...