Mental disorders are conditions that affect a person’s thinking, feeling, mood, or behavior. They can vary widely in severity and impact, ranging from mild to severe.It’s important to seek professional help if you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms of a mental disorder, as treatment options are available to help manage and alleviate symptoms.
Here is a dropdown of every type of mental disorder and each disorder that is classified under that category.
Anxiety Disorders: Specific Phobia (7.4%), Social Anxiety Disorder (7.1%), Generalized Anxiety Disorder (3.1%), Panic Disorder (2.7%), Separation Anxiety Disorder (1.9%), Agoraphobia (1.3%).
Mood Disorders: Major Depressive Disorder (7.1%), Bipolar Disorder (2.8%), Dysthymia (1.3%), Cyclothymic Disorder (0.7%).
Neurodevelopmental Disorders: Dyslexia (15%), Autism (1.7%), Aspergers (0.5%).
Personality Disorders: Narcissistic Personality Disorder (6.2%), Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder (5.5%), Schizoid Personality Disorder (4.9%), Paranoid Personality Disorder (4.4%), Schizotypal Personality Disorder (3.9%), Anti-Social Personality Disorder (3.3%), Avoidant Personality Disorder (2.4%), Histrionic Personality Disorder (2.1%), Borderline Personality Disorder (1.6%), and Dependent Personality Disorder (0.5%).
Disruptive Behavior Disorders: Conduct Disorder (6.1%), Intermittent Explosive Disorder (5.3%), Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (4.4%), Oppositional Defiant Disorder (2.8%).
Trauma Disorders: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (5%), Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder (1.4%), Reactive Attachment Disorder (1.4%), Adjustment Disorder (0.9%).
Obsessive Compulsive Related Disorders: Hoarding Disorder (4.25%), Body Dysmorphic Disorder (2.3%), Trichotillomania (1.7%), Excoriation Disorder (1.4%),
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (1.2%)
Somatic Symptom Disorders: Somatic Symptom Disorder (6%), Factitious Disorder (0.6%), Conversion Disorder (0.5%), Illness Anxiety Disorder (0.1%).
Eating Disorders: Binge Eating
Disorder (2.8%), Anorexia Nervosa (1.5%), Avoidant/Restrictive Food
Intake Disorder (1.3%), Bulimia Nervosa (0.3%)
Dissociative Disorders:
Derealization Disorder (1.8%), Dissociative Amnesia Disorder (1.8%), Dissociative Identity Disorder (1.5%)
Psychotic Disorders: Schizophrenia (0.34%), Delusional Disorder (.02%)
Mental disorder impact:
The impact of mental disorders can be profound and can affect various aspects of a person’s life:
Emotional Impact: Mental disorders often cause intense emotions such as sadness, anxiety, or irritability. These emotions can be persistent and overwhelming, affecting the person’s ability to cope with daily life.
Cognitive Impact: Many mental disorders can affect cognitive functions such as concentration, memory, and decision-making. This can impair a person’s ability to work, study, or perform daily tasks effectively.
Behavioral Impact: Mental disorders can lead to changes in behavior, such as social withdrawal, impulsiveness, or changes in eating and sleeping patterns. These behaviors can strain relationships and disrupt daily routines.
Physical Impact: Some mental disorders can also manifest physical symptoms, such as headaches, digestive problems, or fatigue. These physical symptoms can further impact overall well-being and quality of life.
Social Impact: Mental disorders often affect social interactions and relationships. Stigma and misunderstanding surrounding mental health issues can lead to isolation, discrimination, and difficulties in seeking or receiving support from others.
Occupational and Educational Impact: Mental disorders can impair performance at work or school, leading to absenteeism, reduced productivity, or difficulties in meeting responsibilities. Etc.