Mental Health Disorders
What Are Mental Health Disorders?
Millions face mental health challenges daily, impacting their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), nearly 28.8% of American adults—about 57.8 million people—live with a mental health condition.
The good news? Effective care is within reach, and recovery is possible. The good news is that care is always within reach, and recovery is achievable. Specifically, early diagnosis and tailored intervention can significantly enhance outcomes, making timely treatment and care crucial to your healing and well-being.
At the NuView Treatment Center, many of our clients diagnosed with mental health disorders find strength and recovery by participating in our treatment programs. We believe in using a diverse range of treatment options to craft personalized care plans specifically meant to meet your needs and goals for this uniquely empowering healing journey.

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At NuView, we provide personalized, comprehensive care for individuals facing mental health challenges. Our evidence-based programs help you regain stability, build coping skills, and enhance your quality of life.
Types of Mental Health Disorders
Mental health disorders take many forms, each with distinct symptoms and challenges. Some of the common types of these conditions are as follows:
Anxiety Disorders
The most common mental health conditions, affecting over 40 million American adults (NAMI). Common anxiety disorders are generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), social anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and specific phobias.
Major Depressive Disorder
More than just sadness, depression is a serious mood disorder affecting nearly 21 million American adults annually (NIMH).
Bipolar Disorder
A mood disorder affecting 2.8% of American adults annually (NIMH). Bipolar disorder is characterized by extreme mood shifts, from highs (mania or hypomania) to lows (depression).
Eating Disorders
Eating disorders are characterized by abnormal eating behaviors and an unhealthy relationship with food. Common types of eating disorders are anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge-eating disorder. Nearly 28.8 million American adults suffer from an eating disorder once in their lifetime, as per the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA).
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder OCD
OCD is a disorder characterized by unwarranted, repetitive thoughts and repetitive behaviors called compulsions, which are aimed at reducing the distress arising from obsession. These compulsions further aim at lowering the increase in anxiety related to obsession. Treatment usually combines cognitive-behavioral therapy with, sometimes, medication.
Paranoia
Paranoia is a kind of delusion wherein a person develops feelings of suspicion or distrust over other persons or events without a solid reason. Paranoia can be prevalent in conditions like paranoid personality disorder, psychosis, schizophrenia, and even substance use disorders.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
PTSD occurs when a person is unable to recover from either witnessing or experiencing a traumatic event. Nearly 5 out of 100 American adults struggle with PTSD every year, as per the National Center for PTSD.
Psychosis
Psychosis is a condition that is characterized by a break with reality. Psychosis is common in conditions like schizophrenia. Around 1.5% - 3.5% of persons meet the criteria for a psychotic disorder, as per the NIMH.
Common Symptoms of Mental Health Disorders
Symptoms vary by condition, but common signs and symptoms of mental health disorder include:
- Disorganized or irrational thinking
- Lowered focus
- Feelings of sadness, emptiness, and worthlessness
- Extreme mood swings
- Feelings of anxiety and overwhelming worry
- Feelings of anger and aggressive behaviors
- Lethargy and fatigue
- Sleep troubles
- Changes in eating habits
- Difficulty distinguishing reality from delusions
- Social withdrawal
- Changes in the sex drive
- Substance use
- Difficulty managing everyday tasks and responsibilities
- Suicidal thoughts or behaviors.

Common Risk Factors and Causes of Mental Health Disorders
Mental health disorders can stem from a combination of physiological, psychological, and social factors, such as:
Genetics:
A family history of psychological or psychiatric disorders can be a risk factor.
Brain Chemistry:
Neurotransmitter imbalance can lead to alteration in mood and behavior patterns.
Trauma:
Physical, emotional, or sexual abuse, and other traumatic events can lead to the development mental health conditions.
Environmental Stressors:
Continuous strain, like financial hardships, relationship conflicts, job instability, and others.
Substance Use:
Alcohol, recreational drugs, and prescription medication abuse.
Chronic Illness:
Cancers; or chronic pain diseases
Social Isolation:
Feelings of loneliness, few friends, isolation, and other related factors.

Who Is Likely To Get A Mental Health Disorder?
Mental health disorders impact millions. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), one in eight people worldwide experiences a mental health condition. That is, nearly 970 million are living with such conditions on this planet. These disorders can affect anybody, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, or socio-economic condition.
However, factors such as genetics, brain chemistry, trauma, stress, poverty, and chronic illness can increase the risk of developing a mental health condition. Some conditions, like anxiety disorders and mood disorders, are common, while others are rarer. While some conditions affect certain genders more than others, other conditions affect all genders equally.
Regardless of the condition, what is crucial to know is that with the advancements in the fields of psychology and psychiatry, a diverse range of effective treatment options exist. In fact, early diagnosis and intervention have been known to significantly improve the outcomes.

What Are The Treatments and Therapies For Mental Health Disorders?
Psychotherapy (Talk Therapy)
Psychotherapy is a cornerstone of treatment, including individual, group, and family therapy. Commonly used psychotherapies are cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and other evidence-based therapies.

Medications
In some cases, medication is prescribed, monitored, and adjusted for the effective management of symptoms. Commonly used medications are anxiolytics, antidepressants, mood stabilizers, and antipsychotics.

Lifestyle Changes
A nutritious diet, regular physical exercise, and proper sleep habits are developed to encourage self-care and for your basic healthcare needs.

Support Groups
Peer support groups provide a space for you to share experiences and gain encouragement from others facing similar challenges. They instill a feeling of belonging and community.

Holistic Therapy
We integrate traditional therapy with complementary practices like meditation, mindfulness, yoga, and more to strengthen your body, mind, and spirit.


How Does Mental Health Affect A Person?
Mental health can profoundly affect every aspect of your life:

Daily Functioning
Can make everyday tasks, relationships, and work performance more challenging.
Physical Health
Linked to conditions like heart disease, obesity, diabetes, and weakened immunity.
Relationships
Changes in mood and behavior strain family, friends, and colleagues relationships.
Quality of Life
Factors like isolation, decreased productivity, and reduced life satisfaction lead to poor quality of life.
Emotional Well-being
Experiencing intense negative feelings like anxiety, depression, or suicidal thoughts.
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- Meghan DI have learned to love myself and to be myself here, something I never thought was possible.
- Camille WDoes My Health Insurance Cover Mental Health Treatment?
Yes, your health insurance will cover mental health treatment. However, we recognize that determining your insurance coverage can be confusing. Fill out the insurance verification form, and we can do the heavy lifting for you. We will reach out to you to discuss your options.
At NuView Treatment Center, we believe that finances should never be an impediment to getting the help you need. The NuView treatment facility has active relationships with most major health insurance companies. We accept most PPO insurance policies, and we work with many healthcare policies that are not even listed here.
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