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¿Qué son los trastornos del sueño?
Los trastornos del sueño (o los trastornos del sueño y la vigilia) implican problemas con la calidad, el tiempo y la cantidad de sueño, que resulta en angustia y dificultades para funcionar durante el día. Los trastornos del sueño y la vigilia suelen ocurrir junto con enfermedades u otros trastornos mentales, como la depresión, la ansiedad o los trastornos cognitivos. Existen varios tipos diferentes de trastornos del sueño y la vigilia, de los cuales el insomnio es el más común. Otros trastornos
Stigma, Prejudice and Discrimination Against People with Mental Illness
Learn about Stigma, Prejudice and Discrimination Against People with Mental Illness
Alcohol Use Disorder
Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is when frequent or heavy alcohol drinking becomes difficult to control and leads to problems such as in relationships, work, school, family, or other areas. AUD is common and often goes untreated. There are treatments that work, including medication, therapies, and support/self-help groups.
Opioid Use Disorder
In 2017, more than 72,000 Americans died from drug overdoses, including illicit drugs and prescription opioids, a 2-fold increase in a decade.
Mental Health Equity Looking Beyond Series
Continuation of the APA Fireside Chats discussions where strategies and opportunities to improve the mental health of historically marginalized and minoritized communities were examined. The APA Looking Beyond Series will bring an interdisciplinary lens to the discussion, leveraging innovative frameworks to address mental health inequities.
What Is are Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders?
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a disorder in which people have recurring, unwanted thoughts, ideas or sensations (obsessions) that make them feel driven to do something repetitively (compulsions). The repetitive behaviors, such as hand washing, checking on things or cleaning, can significantly interfere with a person’s daily activities and social interactions.
Member Obituaries
American Psychiatric Association honors the lives and legacies of its member psychiatrists and their contributions to mental health and psychiatry. APA hosts member obituaries, submitted by contributors.