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Major Depressive Disorder Symptoms Causes & Legal Protections

Is Major Depressive Disorder a disability? Everything you need to know Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is a type of mental illness that affects millions of people around the world. While it is known to cause severe emotional distress, what is often overlooked is the fact that it can also be a disability. In this comprehensive …

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Don’t be confused: Know the right difference between ocd and ocpd

Understanding the Difference between OCD and OCPD Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Obsessive Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD) are often confused for one another due to their names and symptom similarities. However, these two conditions are actually quite distinct.  In this article, we’ll explore the differences between OCD and OCPD, and how to identify which one …

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Is bipolar disorder a disability? Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment 

Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition that is typically characterized by extreme changes in mood. People with bipolar disorder experience episodes of mania, where they may feel extremely elated or irritable and have a decreased need for sleep, and episodes of depression, where they may feel hopeless and lack energy.   Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder …

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