OCD is a serious anxiety disorder characterized by intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors that, if left unchecked, can severely affect your quality of life. It is one of the most seriously misunderstood mental health conditions today.| ADDitude
Social anxiety is not shyness. Social anxiety is not a personality trait. Social Anxiety Disorder is not uncommon in adults with ADHD — but it is commonly misunderstood. Learn the myths and facts here.| ADDitude
Do I have anxiety? No two people experience anxiety in the same way, however common symptoms do exist. In this anxiety quiz, learn how generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) symptoms often manifest in the daily life of an adult.| ADDitude
ADHD cannot "cause" PTSD, but childhood trauma may trigger ADHD. Due to overlapping symptoms and tangled roots, distinguishing between the two can be difficult and nuanced. Learn the similarities and differences here.| ADDitude
Individuals with ADHD are three times more likely to suffer from depression than are people without the condition. This is a documented fact. Yet, accurate diagnoses are difficult to come by, and the risks associated with an incomplete or inaccurate diagnosis can be grave. Here is what you need to know about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment for depression.| ADDitude