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Anxiety

a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome.

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Bipolar Disorder

A disorder associated with episodes of mood swings ranging from depressive lows to manic highs.

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Coping

to deal with and attempt to overcome problems and difficulties. usually used with.

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Delusion

a false belief or judgment about external reality, held despite incontrovertible evidence to the contrary, occurring especially in mental conditions.

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Depression

Depression (major depressive disorder) is a common and serious mental disorder that negatively affects how you feel, think, act, and perceive the world.

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Dopamine

a compound present in the body as a neurotransmitter and a precursor of other substances including epinephrine.

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Endorphins

any of a group of hormones secreted within the brain and nervous system and having a number of physiological functions. They are peptides that activate the body's opiate receptors, causing an analgesic effect.

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Mania

mental illness marked by periods of great excitement or euphoria, delusions, and overactivity.

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Mood

a temporary state of mind or feeling.

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OCD

Excessive thoughts (obsessions) that lead to repetitive behaviors (compulsions).

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Phobia

an extreme or irrational fear of or aversion to something.

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Psychology

the scientific study of the human mind and its functions, especially those affecting behavior in a given context.

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PTSD

short for post-traumatic stress disorder.

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Self-Care

the practice of taking action to preserve or improve one's own health.

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Serotonin

a compound present in blood platelets and serum, which constricts the blood vessels and acts as a neurotransmitter.

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Stigma

a mark of disgrace associated with a particular circumstance, quality, or person.

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Stress

pressure or tension exerted on a material object.

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Therapy

treatment intended to relieve or heal a disorder.