by Dr. Sam P J | Apr 8, 2022 | Articles in English
Panic Disorder is a condition where a person experiences recurrent unexpected panic attacks. Panic attacks consist of episodes of intense fear or discomfort that peaks within minutes and are associated with bodily changes that occur during a fearful or anxiety...
by Dr. Sam P J | Apr 8, 2022 | Articles in English
Social anxiety disorder [also known as social phobia] is a mental health condition in which a person has excessive fear or symptoms of anxiety [palpitations, breathlessness, dizziness, tremors, nausea, mind going blank etc.] while in a social situation. They’re afraid...
by Dr. Sam P J | Apr 8, 2022 | Articles in English
Obsessive compulsive disorder [OCD] is a mental illness characterized by repetitive, unwanted, and intrusive thoughts [obsessions], that cause distress and anxiety. In attempts to reduce this anxiety, they may indulge in compulsive behaviours and rituals which cause...
by Dr. Sam P J | Apr 8, 2022 | Articles in English
Bipolar disorder, previously known as manic depression, is a mental disorder in which the person experiences distinct periods of depression and elevated mood. The period of elevated mood is known as mania or hypomania, depending on its severity. During mania, the...
by Dr. Sam P J | Apr 8, 2022 | Articles in English
Depression is a psychiatric disorder that primarily affects the mood state of a person. Unlike sadness which is a normal phenomenon, Depression is a constant state that involves all aspects of the person’s life, causing significant dysfunction. It is a common...
