Author Archives: Jeslin Reddy

Identifying Mental Illness in Children

Posted on February 25, 2013 by Jeslin Reddy

What may surprise you is that one in five children suffers from mental illnesses interfering with their daily life. According to American Psychological Association this often this goes unrecognized by professionals and parents because they expect them to “grow out” … Continue reading →

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Misdiagnosis of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder

Posted on February 13, 2013 by Jeslin Reddy

A recent addition to the DSM-5 clarifies Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) as a disorder affecting five to seven percent of women of reproductive age. It shares several characteristics with different mood disorders and is most commonly misdiagnosed as Major Depression. … Continue reading →

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Lack of Effective Therapy for Suicidal Teenagers

Posted on February 5, 2013 by Jeslin Reddy

As you read this article take a moment to contemplate that every 40 seconds somebody in the world has committed suicide. On average the world suicide rate makes up 10.07 per 100,000 people (CASP Blueprint for a Canadian National Suicide … Continue reading →

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