Eating Disorders in Men: An Overlooked and Rising IssueIntroduction
Eating disorders have traditionally been portrayed as illnesses mainly impacting adolescent girls and young women. However, an increasing body of research shows that men of all ages also experience a range of disordered eating behaviors—from obses...
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Bipolar Disorder: A Serious Mental Illness Often Misrepresented
Introduction Bipolar disorder is a complex mental illness involving shifts in mood, energy, and activity levels. Although it affects millions of people worldwide, it remains widely misunderstood. Many believe that bipolar disorder merely equals â...
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Suicide in Men: Why Male Suicide Rates Are Higher and Largely Unspoken
Introduction Men die by suicide at higher rates worldwide compared to women—a sobering statistic that often goes unnoticed or is minimized. Cultural norms encouraging stoicism, reluctance to seek help, and limited outlets for emotional expressi...
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Schizophrenia in the Spotlight: Fighting Stigma and Misconceptions
Introduction Schizophrenia stands as one of the most perplexing and often misunderstood mental illnesses. Characterized by distorted thinking, sensory misperceptions, and difficulties with emotional expression, it can deeply impact daily function...
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Epilepsy Stigma: Breaking Myths About Seizure Disorders
Introduction Epilepsy is one of the most common neurological disorders worldwide, affecting millions of individuals from all walks of life. It is defined by recurrent, unprovoked seizures resulting from abnormal brain activity. Although research ...
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