Trichotillomania

Trichotillomania Trichotillomania, also known as hair-pulling disorder, is a mental health condition characterized by a recurring urge to pull out one’s hair, leading to hair loss and distress. It is classified under Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5). The act of pulling hair can provide […]

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Pathological Stealing [Kleptomania]

Pathological Stealing [Kleptomania] Kleptomania, often referred to as pathological stealing, is a rare psychiatric disorder characterized by an irresistible urge to steal items that are not needed for personal use or for their monetary value. This impulse control disorder is included in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5), and differs […]

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Understanding Mania

Understanding Mania Mania is a psychological condition characterized by an abnormally elevated mood, often one element of bipolar disorder. It involves intense levels of energy and euphoria or irritability. This heightened emotional state is distinct from the normal happiness everyone experiences occasionally; it’s more intense and can impair one’s judgment, creating a disconnect from reality. […]

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