National Institutes of Health
- The primary NIH organization for research on Mental Disorders is the National Institute of Mental Health
Mental disorders include a wide range of problems, including
There are many causes of mental disorders. Your genes and family history may play a role. Your life experiences, such as stress or a history of abuse, may also matter. Biological factors can also be part of the cause. A traumatic brain injury can lead to a mental disorder. A mother's exposure to viruses or toxic chemicals while pregnant may play a part. Other factors may increase your risk, such as use of illegal drugs or having a serious medical condition like cancer.
Medications and counseling can help many mental disorders.
References and abstracts from MEDLINE/PubMed (National Library of Medicine)