Psychiatry is the branch of science that deals with the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of mental health disorders. Psychiatry involves dealing with mood disorders, social and behavioural disorders.
Common conditions treated under psychiatry include:
Different types of psychiatry include:
The signs and symptoms of a mental illness are based on its type, patient’s age and overall health. However, there are certain common signs and symptoms which include:
Common causes include inherited traits, exposure to environmental stressors and trauma.
Risk factors include a family history of mental illness, stressful life situations, chronic medical condition, brain damage, traumatic experiences and a previous mental illness.
