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Dementia is the loss of cognitive functioning—thinking, remembering, and reasoning—and behavioural abilities to such an extent that it interferes with a person’s daily life and activities. How is Dementia Diagnosed? With a physical exaination Neurological Tests CT or MRI – These scans can check for evidence of stroke or bleeding or tumor or hydrocephalus. Psychiatric… Continue reading Dementia

A disorder associated with episodes of mood swings ranging from depressive lows to manic highs. How is Bipolar Disorder diagnosed? With a physical Examinatiom Lab Test Psychiatric assessment – The doctor may refer you to a psychiatrist, who will talk to you about your thoughts, feelings and behaviour patterns. Mood charting –  You may be asked… Continue reading Bipolar Disorder

Anxiety Disorder is a form of mental disturbance that is associated with a wide range of physical illness, medication side effects and other psychiartric disorders. How is Anxiety Disorder Diagnosed? With a Physical Examination. Blood or urine test, if a medical condition is suspected Use psychological questionnaires to help determine a diagnosis. Symptoms Excessive Worrying… Continue reading Anxiety Disorder

Wilson’s disease is a disorder that is caused by copper accumulation in the liver, brain and other vital organs. Copper plays a key role in the development of healthy nerves, bones, collagen and the skin pigment melanin. Wilson disease often gets misdiagnosed as paralysis. How is Wilson’s disease diagnosed? With a Physical Examination. Lab Test Urine Test… Continue reading Wilson’s Disease

Depression is a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest. It also affects how one feels, think and behave and can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems. How is Depression Diagnosed? No laboratory tests to diagnose depression. To be diagnosed with depression, someone must display five of… Continue reading Depression

Dyslexia is a learning disorder that involves difficulty reading due to problems identifying speech sounds and learning how they relate to letters and words (decoding). It is the most common learning disability in children and persists throughout life. How is Dyslexia Diagnosed? Home life – The doctor may ask for a description of the family… Continue reading Dyslexia

Schizophrenia is a serious mental disorder in which people interpret reality abnormally. A disorder that affects a person’s ability to think, feel and behave clearly. How Schizophrenia is diagnosed? Physical exam Tests and screenings – MRI or CT scans Psychiatric evaluation Symptoms Hallucinations Delusions Thought disorder Social withdrawal Lack of motivation ‘Blunted’ emotions Inappropriate responses Impaired… Continue reading Schizophrenia

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental illness that causes repeated unwanted thoughts or sensations (obsessions) or the urge to do something over and over again (compulsions). According to Naturopathy, over intelligence in the brain leads to this disease. It usually happens to brainy people. How is OCD Diagnosed? Psychological evaluation – This includes discussing thoughts, feelings, symptoms… Continue reading Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Migraine is a neurological condition that can cause multiple symptoms. It’s frequently characterized by intense, debilitating headaches. How is Migraine Diagnosed? A doctor trained in treating headaches (neurologist) will diagnose migraines based on: Medical history. With a physical examination. With a neurological examination. MRI. CT scan Types Common migraine has no “aura.” About 80% of… Continue reading Migraine

Mental retardation is now called “intellectual disability”. It is a developmental disability characterized by subaverage intelligence and impairments in adaptive daily life skills. The disorder occurs before the age of 18 years, and is associated with numerous biological, environmental, and sociocultural causes. How is Mental Retardation Diagnosed? With a Physical Examination. A medical history should be done immediately to discover any organic cause of symptoms.… Continue reading Mental Retardation