What is mental illness?
Mental illness is a general term used to
describe all conditions affecting a patient's
mood, emotion, and cognition. Click the
following links to learn more about mental
illness.
Causes of Mental Illness
Types of Mental Illness
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What
clinical findings (signs, symptoms, and test
results) indicate mental illness?
Signs and symptoms vary depending on the
type of mental illness. Click here
for general information on the warning signs
associated with mental illness.
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Treatment Options
Treatment options also vary depending on the type of mental illness. Treatment may include medication and various types of therapy. Click here for a link to help you research treatment options.
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Science Links
How does my brain work?
This article includes lots of detail, great
explanations, and easy to understand language.
How your brain works
A slide show, explaining how the brain controls the nervous system.
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