Binge Eating Disorder
Overview Binge eating disorder is characterised by periods of excessive eating in a short duration of time. People with this disorder often feel out of
Overview Binge eating disorder is characterised by periods of excessive eating in a short duration of time. People with this disorder often feel out of
Overview Voyeurism is when a person derives sexual pleasure and gets aroused by watching someone else naked, or by watching unsuspecting people having sex. Voyeurism
Overview Trichotillomania, or Hair-Pulling Disorder, involves the compulsive pulling of the hair, often resulting in noticeable hair loss. Hair pulling may be followed by ritualistic
Overview Transvestic Disorder comprises sexual arousal by wearing the other gender clothing and cross dressing. The thoughts are often accompanied by sexual excitement. Some people
Overview Stereotypic Movement Disorder is a disorder seen among children. The child may engage in motor behaviours which are driven, constant and purposeless. They may
Overview Speech Sound Disorder is a common developmental disorder characterized by deficits in sound production due to motor-based problems, or articulation of speech, as well
Overview Specific Phobia is a type of anxiety disorder which is characterized by the irrational fear of and anxiety in relation to certain objects or
Overview Specific Learning Disorder is considered to be a neurodevelopmental disorder that hinders academic skill-learning and development. On the basis of symptomatology and the academic
Overview The Diagnostic Statistical Manual characterises Somatic Symptoms and Related Disorders emerging out of medically unexplained symptoms and causing extreme distress and impairment in functioning.
Overview Social (Pragmatic) Communication Disorder is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by the inadequate ability to engage in pragmatic communication, or conversation that makes use of
Overview Sexual Sadism Disorder comprises sexual urges, fantasies or behaviours that cause intense sexual arousal from other people’s physical or psychological suffering. These acts may
Overview Sexual Masochism Disorder comprises recurrent sexual urges, fantasies or behaviours that cause intense sexual arousal from the act of being humiliated, beaten, bound or
Overview Separation Anxiety Disorder, a common childhood anxiety disorder, is characterized by non-normative distress associated with the anticipation of being away from an attachment figure.
Overview Sedative-, Hypnotic-, or Anxiolytic Use Disorder is a type of substance-related disorder characterized by the problematic use of sedative, hypnotic, or anxiolytic substances. These
Overview Sedative, Hypnotic, or Anxiolytic medication may be prescribed for a range of conditions including insomnia and anxiety disorders, and include substances such as benzodiazepines
Overview Schizotypal Personality Disorder is characterized by problems with interpersonal relationships, perceptual distortions, odd beliefs and erratic behavior, leading to dysfunction in various areas of
Overview Schizophreniform Disorder affects the individual’s perception of reality, cognitive or thought processes, expression of emotions and actions. This disorder is on the schizophrenia spectrum.
Overview Schizophrenia affects the way a person perceives reality, cognitive or thought processes, expression of emotions and actions. The main symptoms may include hallucinations, delusions,
Overview Prion Disease is a neuropsychological disorder characterised by neurocognitive impairments. These impairments usually start around 67 years of age and get progressively worse over
Overview Premature ejaculation, a disorder only found in men, is characterised by the ejaculation within a minute of stimulation. It happens without the person’s desire
Overview Posttraumatic Stress Disorder is an anxiety disorder, symptoms of which may be experienced after an individual undergoes, witnesses, or learns about the occurrence of
Overview Persistent or Chronic Motor or Vocal Tic Disorder is a type of tic disorder characterized by the presence of either: Motor Tics: sudden, rapid
Overview Pedophilic disorder comprises sexual attraction to prepubescent children below the age of 13 years. The person may be expressive of their desires, act on
Overview Parkinson’s Disease is a neuropsychological disorder characterised by neurocognitive impairments. These impairments usually start around 60 years of age and get progressively worse over
Overview Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is brought about by intrusive thoughts and images known as obsessions, contributing to increasing anxiety and distress caused to the individual,
Overview Non-Rapid Eye Movement Sleep Arousal Disorders are types of parasomnias characterized by a partial arousal from a sleep state in the first third of
Overview Major or Mild Vascular Neurocognitive Disorder is a neuropsychological disorder characterised by neurocognitive impairments due to cerebrovascular diseases. There is no specific age limit
Overview Major or Mild Neurocognitive Disorder due to Traumatic Brain Injury is a neuropsychological disorder characterised by neurocognitive impairments. These impairments are caused due to
Overview Major or Mild Neurocognitive Disorder due to Lewy Bodies (NCDLB) is a neuropsychological disorder characterised by neurocognitive impairments. These impairments are caused due to
Overview Major or Mild Neurocognitive Disorder Due to HIV Infection is a neuropsychological disorder characterised by neurocognitive impairments. These impairments may not have a particular
Overview Kleptomania is a disorder characterised by the inability to resist the impulse to steal objects. These objects may be stolen even if they aren’t
Overview Markers of intellect include problem solving, reasoning, logical and abstract reasoning, planning, learning from experience, etc. Intellectual Disability(ID) is deficits in these markers of
Overview Inhalants include volatile chemical substances that produce fumes which may be inhaled. This can include glues, aerosols, paint thinners, solvents, lighter fluid, gasoline, and
Overview Inhalant use may be observed through the breathing in of fumes produced by volatile hydrocarbons, or inhalants. A problematic pattern of usage may develop,
Overview Frotteuristic Disorder is one of the eight sexual paraphilias noted in DSM-5. It involves sexual fantasies, urges and behaviours to rubbing oneself or one’s
Overview This disorder is characterised by the lack of sexual desire as well as lack of interest in sexual activities. Female Sexual/Interest Arousal Disorder can
Overview Conversion Disorder comprises various motor or sensory functions without a neurological or a physical basis for the symptoms. The symptoms include loss of vision
Overview Circadian Rhythm Sleep Wake Disorders refer to a cluster of disorders characterized by abnormal sleeping patterns. Various subtypes in Circadian Rhythm Sleep-Wake Disorders include:
Overview Cannabis withdrawal is commonly experienced after the cessation of cannabis use following a period of regular or frequent use of the substance. Certain psychological
Overview Cannabis is considered to be the most common illicitly used drug in the world. However, sustained and heavy use of the drug can be
Overview Cannabis is considered to be the most widely consumed illicit drug, the use of which is often associated with states of intoxication. Following the
Overview Dependent Personality Disorder is characterized by a disproportionate reliance on others, marked by difficulties in making basic decisions, submissiveness, and a constant need to
Overview Male sexuality is often regarded as natural and simple. However, it is multicausal and complex including numerous variables such as individual differences, cultural context,