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a phobia is not as much a phobia as much as it is more of a mental disorder
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 7y agoA phobia taken to the extreme can be classed as a mental disorder. Most people have a phobia of some sort, which doesn't become extreme, just an inconvenience sometimes.
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How is a phobia diagnosed?
A mental health professional can diagnose phobias after a detailed interview and discussion of both mental and physical symptoms
Are you born with Mental health?
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Which specialty is often overlooked when considering our health care team?
Mental health, because mental health issues are often "invisible" and difficult to diagnose
Can mental health issues be the blame for credit card fraud?
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How are mental health issues portrayed in the media?
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How was Vincent Van Goth's health?
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You have mental health issues can you still be a social worker?
Unfortunately, social workers often struggle with mental illness, addiction, and coping in general. In recent years, studies have demonstrated some significant implications associated with social work as a career field. The most common psychiatric diagnoses associated with social work include depression and anxiety. Now dealing with mental health issues is not a big thing. There are professional in our society who offer their services for the betterment of those who are suffering from mental health issues.
