What are the Common Mental Health Conditions Nurses Encounter?
Nurses frequently encounter a variety of mental health conditions, including: - [Depression]: A mood disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest. - [Anxiety Disorders]: Conditions involving excessive fear or worry, including generalized anxiety disorder and panic disorder. - [Bipolar Disorder]: A condition marked by extreme mood swings, including emotional highs (mania) and lows (depression). - [Schizophrenia]: A severe mental disorder affecting how a person thinks, feels, and behaves, often leading to hallucinations and delusions. - [Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)]: A condition triggered by experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event.
