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Many are caused by chemical imbalances in the brain. Some by traumatic life experiences. Some by a combination of the two.

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Serious mental illness usually is caused by what?

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What is an illness caused by drug abuse?

mental illness


Is schizophrenia is a mental illness?

yes, quite a serious one


Is bulimia a diseases?

Yes. It is an illness, albeit a mental illness, and a very serious one that can have very dangerous consequences.


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What is Hippocrates explanation of mental illness?

Hippocrates viewed mental illness to be caused by the humors. Mania was understood to be caused by an excess of hot yellow bile, melancholy (or depression) was understood to be caused by an excess of sticky thick black bile, and schizophrenia was understood to be caused by an excess of cold mucous. Unlike earlier tribal or agrarian societies, Hippocrates believed that mental illness had physiological causes. People with mental illness were understood by Hippocrates to be suffering from an illness, rather than having exhibiting symptoms because they were being punished for something they had done or would do.


What serious conditions can develop from substance abuse?

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Mental illnesses caused by paint fumes?

Yes, drug use can damage the brain and cause mental illness.


Can i get charged with gbh if i have a mental illness?

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What are the legal consequences in Iowa for assault causing bodily injury or mental illness?

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What has the author David O Sullivan written?

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