Did You Know... MENTAL HEALTH DISORDERS

* ATTENTION-DEFICIT/HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER or (ADHD)
* CONDUCT DISORDER & OPPOSITIONAL DEFIANT DISORDER or (ODD)
* BIPOLAR DISORDER
* ANXIETY DISORDERS
* AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS or (ASD)
* BORDERLINE PERSONALITY DISORDER or (BPD)
* SCHIZOPHRENIA
* DEPRESSION
* DEPRESSIVE DISORDER
* POSTNATAL DEPRESSION
* STRESS
* ANOREXIA NERVOSA
* BULIMIA NERVOSA
* AGORAPHOBIA
* ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE
* BODY DYSMORPHIA DISORDER or (BDD)
* DEMENTIA
* MUNCHAUSEN’S SYNDROME
* SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER or (SAD)
*SHOCK
* HEALTH BULLETINS
* NYC YOUTH VITAL SIGNS

POSTNATAL DEPRESSION - is a common problem that usually begins in the six weeks after leaving hospital but it can occur months or even a year later.

What are the symptoms?
Symptoms of postnatal depression include: low mood, difficulty coping with looking after yourself and caring for the baby, loss of interest in yourself or your baby, crying, difficulty concentrating, irritability, sleep and appetite difficulties, anxiety and panic attacks, despondency, feelings of guilt and inadequacy.

Who's affected?
Postnatal depression is believed to affect at least one in ten women. There are reports of men being affected too. Those affected should get as much rest and support as possible after their baby is born. You can help prevent more severe postnatal depression developing by being aware of the symptoms and seeking help earlier rather than later. Support, counseling, and antidepressant medication may be recommended and can successfully treat postnatal depression.

*Antenatal depression

While many women feel depressed after they've had their baby, some experience similar feelings before they give birth. Health visitors can provide support for women who suffer from both post and antenatal depression. Many trusts offer 'listening visits' and some areas run therapeutic groups.