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02.05.2010
Hoarding: The Basics
One of the challenges of diagnosing Hoarding Disorder is that it’s rarely an independent, self-motivated decision to seek treatment. There is often encouragement or even intervention from loved ones concerned about the safety, wellbeing, and functioning of the individual. With Hoarding Disorder, there is a higher likelihood than OCD for a person to have poor insight, and that can also be a contributing challenge to proper diagnosis.
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12.23.2009
Physical Activity Reduces Stress
Stress is an inevitable part of life. Seven out of ten adults in the United States say they experience stress or anxiety daily, and most say it interferes at least moderately with their lives, according to the most recent ADAA survey on stress and anxiety disorders.
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11.13.2009
Chronic Pain
Muscle tension, body soreness, headaches. For people with anxiety disorders, pain like this may be all too familiar. Many chronic pain disorders are common in people with anxiety disorders.
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11.13.2009
Body Dysmorphic Disorder
Understanding Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD). People who have body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) think about their real or perceived flaws for hours each day. They can't control their negative thoughts and don't believe people who tell them that they look fine.
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11.13.2009
ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)
What is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder?
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADH
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11.12.2009
Board of Directors
ADAA's Board of Directors oversee the long-term strategic plan for ADAA, enabling the organization to advance its mission, vision and strategic objectives.
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11.11.2009
Teens & College Students and Anxiety and Depression
Most mental health disorders have their peak onset during young adulthood. Anxiety disorders are the most prevalent psychiatric problems among college students, with approximately 11.9 % of college students suffering from an anxiety disorder.
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11.04.2009
Facts & Statistics
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11.04.2009
Depression Facts & Statistics
Depression is one of the most prevalent mental health conditions in the US.
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10.28.2009
Personal Stories
Find inspiration from people like you who have struggled and found help with an anxiety disorder, PTSD, OCD or depression. Share Your Voice and Your Story!
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10.27.2009
Spouse or Partner
Almost all couples have their share of challenges. However, when half of a couple has an anxiety disorder, both partners face a new set of challenges, and other challenges may be exacerbated.
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10.27.2009
Children and Anxiety and Depression
Anxiety disorders in children are treatable, and they can be treated by a wide range of mental health professionals who have training in scientifically proven treatments.
