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What is meant by the term borderline?
While the term 'borderline' can have differing connotations depending upon the field that is using it, the basic meaning is always the same. A line or area that defines the space between two things, whether the things are intellectual concepts or concrete forms.
What is a non spectrum disorder?
A "non-spectrum disorder" means a disorder that is not part of the spectrum being discussed. For example, it could refer to the disorders that are not part of the autism spectrum or disorders that are not part of the schizophrenia spectrum. (I have seen the term used in both these situations, so it depends on the context.) Non-spectrum disorders could refer to attention disorders, anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and other developmental disorders.
What is a metabolism disorder?
Metabolic disorders refers to diseases or disorders of the internal body chemistry that causes the body's metabolism. The term metabolic disorders usually does not include hormonal disorders or endocrine disorders which refer to the interactions between body glands and hormones.
What does somatic disorder mean?
Somatic disorders refer to conditions where individuals experience physical symptoms that cannot be fully explained by a medical condition. These symptoms are often linked to psychological distress or mental health issues. Treatment typically involves a combination of medical and psychological interventions.
What is the word when your brain thinks something is real but it isn't?
The word you're looking for might be "delusion." A delusion is a false belief or judgment that is firmly held despite evidence to the contrary, often associated with psychological disorders. In a broader sense, it can also refer to a misperception or misinterpretation of reality.
Why did your doctor refer you to a rheumatologist?
A rheumatologist has a better understandstanding of the disorders associated with and the treatment of rheumatism
What is the combining form for psychiatrist?
The combining form for psychiatrist is "psych/o," which derives from the Greek word "psyche," meaning soul or mind. This form is used in various medical and psychological terms related to the mind and mental health. For example, in "psychotherapy," it combines with "therapy" to refer to treatment of mental disorders.
What is mental illness and how are people suffering from this disorder identified?
A mental illness is illness within the bounds of mental health that is clinically recognisable by symptoms and behaviours. Mental illnesses disrupt normal functioning of the person either cognitively, emotionally, biologically, etc. This includes such illnesses as depression, eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, binge eating), obsessive compulsive disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, personality disorders (anti-social personality, borderline personality, etc.), psychotic disorders, trichotillomania (recurrent pulling of hair), psychological sexual disorders, etc. There are far too many to mention all of them. Diagnosis is usually made by guidelines set out by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, DSM-IV (IV because it is the 4th edition of the publication), published by the American Psychiatric Association in 1994. An updated version of the manual, DSM-IV-TR (TR for text revision), was published in 2000. Initial diagnosis of a mental illness may be made by a medical practioner who may recommend medication or refer the patient to a psychologist or psychiatrist, depending on the illness diagnosed.
What is the difference between Substance Use Disorders and Substance Induced Disorders?
Substance induced disorders are those symptoms/medical conditions that can be directly attributed to the use of a substance. For instance the presentation of condition occurs during intoxication/withdrawal. The symptoms have not occurred before use and they do not persist after use.Substance use disorders include substance abuse and substance dependence. You use the drugs/substance to deal with the symptoms that preceded substance use but then become dependent or abusive of that substance.
Can nurse practitoners diagnose personality disorders?
No, not ethically. Unless they specialize in mental health, they should refer you to a psychiatrist.
What might someone call a phychatrist?
A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing, treating, and preventing mental health disorders. They are trained in both the physical and psychological aspects of mental health and are able to prescribe medication to help manage symptoms. Patients may refer to a psychiatrist as a mental health doctor or a doctor specializing in psychiatry.
Are manic depression and borderline personality disorder and sociopathic disorder and autism and Asperger's Syndrome all the same illness in different parts of the spectrum?
No They are completely unrelated, however some can be comorbid; existing together. For example, schizaffective disorder is a combination of schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Comment on Comorbidity of Conditions with Autism and Asperger's SyndromeSeveral studies show that about 40% of people with autism or Asperger's Syndrome have one or more mental disorders, and others indicate 65%. Two studies indicate that almost 30% of people with autism or Asperger's Syndrome have a form of bipolar disorder. Some websites refer to a high correlation between autism and borderline personality disorder, but do not give a percent, whereas other websites claim that people with autism are misdiagnosed with borderline personality disorder because of similarity of symptoms, despite a difference in motives, feelings, and thoughts. For more information on conditions that are comorbid with autism spectrum disorders, use the link for The National Autistic Society (UK): Mental health and Asperger syndrome.
