Researchers have discovered that eight different psychiatric conditions share a common genetic basis. A study published in ...

I described personality disorders here. In this post, I will discuss their origins. From the psychoanalytic-attachment perspective, personality disorders are not so much created as they are a ...

A personality disorder is a longstanding and inflexible personality pattern. Personality, in turn, is whatever enables us to predict how a particular person will respond to a given situation. It ...

A massive study with over 6 million participants reveals genetic clusters behind 14 psychiatric disorders, opening the door to better diagnoses and treatments.

Other than the telltale signs of weight changes, shifts in gut functions or the immune system may also indicate underlying ...

Eyelids protect the eyes, spread tears, and maintain eye health. Unfortunately, they are prone to several disorders, collectively called eyelid diseases. These conditions can cause discomfort, affect ...

One eating disorder is becoming increasingly prevalent. Though it didn’t even have a name as early as 10 years ago, ARFID—which stands for Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder—has seen a 200 ...

Thyroid disorders during pregnancy can affect mother and baby. Know risks, symptoms, autoimmune causes, and ...

"I felt like I was being sucked into a black hole of depression and hopelessness,” said Clare Knox. “My emotions were uncontrollable, with intense mood swings, rage, and irritability that often ...