Mental Health

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Mental health

Mental health is a topic of great relevance worldwide. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately 1 in 4 people will experience a mental disorder at some point in their lives. It is estimated that 264 million people suffer from depression, while 284 million suffer from anxiety disorders.

According to the Ministry of Health, in Spain, it is estimated that around 10-15% of the population has some type of mental disorder at some point in their lives. In addition, it is estimated that half of mental disorders appear before the age of 14.

Depression

Depression is a mental condition characterized by a deep and persistent feeling of sadness, lack of energy, and loss of interest in activities that were previously pleasurable. Depression can affect all areas of a person’s life, including their ability to work, study, and enjoy social relationships.

It is estimated that 5% of the population suffers from major depression and 10% from minor depression.

The symptoms of depression can vary, but some of the most common symptoms include:

  • Persistent feeling of sadness or emptiness
  • Lack of energy and fatigue
  • Loss of interest in activities that were previously pleasurable
  • Difficulty concentrating and making decisions
  • Changes in sleep patterns and appetite
  • Feelings of worthlessness and guilt
  • Thoughts of death or suicide

Depression can be caused by different factors, such as genetic factors, traumatic events, changes in the chemical balance of the brain, and stressful situations.

At FIVAN, we review pharmacological treatment and apply the most advanced neuromodulation techniques, such as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS).

Anxiety

Anxiety is a normal response of the body to stressful or dangerous situations. It is a feeling of worry, fear, or tension that can be helpful in certain situations. However, anxiety becomes a problem when it is excessive, persistent, and interferes with a person’s daily life.

Anxiety is an emotional disorder characterized by a feeling of restlessness, tension, or excessive fear, which can affect the daily life of the affected person. In Spain, according to data from the Ministry of Health, it is estimated that around 12% of the population suffers from anxiety disorders.

Anxiety can affect people of all ages, although it is more common in women than in men. In addition, there are different types of anxiety disorders, such as generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder, among others.

Worldwide, it is estimated that anxiety disorders are the most common mental disorders, affecting around 10% of the population.

The symptoms of anxiety can vary, but some of the most common symptoms include:

  • Feeling of nervousness or constant tension
  • Excessive worry about future events
  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Trouble falling asleep or staying asleep
  • Excessive sweating
  • Palpitations or tachycardia
  • Tremors or muscle twitches
  • Feeling of shortness of breath or suffocation

Anxiety can be caused by different factors, such as genetic factors, traumatic events, physical or chemical health problems, and stressful situations.

Bipolar disorder

Bipolar disorder is a mental condition characterized by extreme changes in mood, energy, and activity. People with bipolar disorder experience episodes of deep depression and episodes of mania or hypomania, which can last weeks or months. During episodes of mania or hypomania, people may feel euphoric, have excessive energy, have rapid speech, and make impulsive decisions. In episodes of depression, people may feel sad, hopeless, and helpless.

In Spain, according to data from the Spanish Society of Psychiatry, it is estimated that around 1-2% of the population suffers from bipolar disorder.

The symptoms of bipolar disorder can vary, but some of the most common symptoms include:

  • Episodes of mania or hypomania, such as feeling euphoric, having excessive energy, and having rapid speech.
  • Episodes of depression, such as feeling sad, hopeless, and helpless.
  • Changes in appetite and sleep.
  • Difficulty concentrating and making decisions.
  • Thoughts of death or suicide.

Bipolar disorder can be caused by different factors, such as genetic factors, traumatic events, changes in the chemical balance of the brain, and stressful situations.

Obsessive-compulsive disorder

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental condition characterized by the presence of obsessions and/or compulsions that cause distress and affect the individual’s daily functioning.

In Spain, according to data from the Spanish Society of Psychiatry, it is estimated that around 2% of the population suffers from OCD at some point in their lives.

Obsessions are repetitive and intrusive thoughts or images that produce anxiety or discomfort, while compulsions are repetitive behaviors that are performed in response to obsessions with the aim of reducing anxiety or preventing a negative event.

The symptoms of OCD can vary, but some of the most common symptoms include:

  • Recurrent and persistent obsessions, such as fear of contamination, violent or religious thoughts, among others.
  • Repetitive compulsions, such as excessive hand washing, constant checking, counting and recounting, among others.
  • Feeling of intense discomfort if compulsions are not performed.
  • Feelings of shame and guilt for obsessions and/or compulsions.

OCD can be caused by different factors, such as genetic factors, traumatic events, changes in the chemical balance of the brain, and stressful situations.