Dyscalculia (info sheet)

Dyscalculia basically means difficulty performing mathematical calculations, specifically, it means a learning disability which affects math. Like dyslexia, dyscalculia can be caused by a visual perceptual deficit and also along with dyslexia, its effects varies tremendously in each individual. Also like dyslexia were there is no single set of signs that characterizes all dyslexics, there […]

Sibling Rivalry Disorder

Sibling Rivalry Disorder may occur in families where there is conflict between brothers and sisters which is so severe that it leads to marital problems, creates a real danger of physical harm to one or more family members, is damaging to the self-esteem or psychological well-being of one or more family members and requires the […]

Separation Anxiety Disorder (info)

Developmentally inappropriate and excessive anxiety concerning separation from home or from those to whom the individual is attached, as evidenced by three (or more) of the following Recurrent excessive distress when separation from home or major attachment figures occurs or is anticipated. Persistent and excessive worry about losing, or possible harm befalling, major attachment figures. […]

Social Phobia (info)

A persistent irrational fear of situations in which the person may be closely watched and judged by others, as in public speaking, eating, or using public facilities. The patient strongly, repeatedly fears at least one social or performance situation that involves facing strangers or being watched by others. The patient specifically fears showing anxiety symptoms […]

Panic Disorder (info)

People with panic disorder have feelings of terror that strike suddenly and repeatedly with no warning. They cannot predict when an attack will occur, and many develop intense anxiety between episodes, worrying when and where the next attack will strike. Panic disorder is often accompanied by other conditions such as depression or alcoholism, and may […]

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (info)

A person with obsessive-compulsive disorder have either obsessions, or compulsions, or both. The obsessions and/or compulsions are strong enough to cause significant distress in their employment, schoolwork, or personal and social relationships. This includes: anankastic neurosis, obsessional neurosis and obsessive-compulsive neurosis The person has obsessions or compulsions, or both. Obsessions. The patient must have all […]

Generalized Anxiety Disorder (info)

Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is a relatively common anxiety problem, affecting 3 – 4% of the population, Generalized anxiety disorder is much more than the normal anxiety people experience day to day. It’s chronic and exaggerated worry and tension, even though nothing seems to provoke it. Having this disorder means always anticipating disaster, often worrying […]