Disease, Condition & Injury
Health Library disease & condition fact sheets provide comprehensive, yet concise evidence-based information on a variety of health conditions, diseases and injuries.
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Bipolar disorder
(Manic-Depressive Illness; Manic Depression; Manic Disorder; Manic Affective Disorder) Bipolar disorder – Definition Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition…
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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and Attention deficit disorder
(ADHD and ADD; Hyperkinetic Syndrome; Hyperkinetic Impulse Disorder) Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and Attention deficit disorder – Definition Attention deficit…
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Anxiety disorders
(Chronic Free-Floating Anxiety) Anxiety disorders – Definition Anxiety is a state of dread, tension, and unease. It is considered a…
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Anorexia
Anorexia – Definition Anorexia is an eating disorder. It occurs when a person’s obsession with diet and exercise leads to…
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Alcohol abuse and alcoholism
(Alcohol Dependence; Alcohol Use Disorder) Alcohol abuse – Definition Alcohol abuse is problem drinking that negatively impacts your life. For…
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