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"Everybody feels anxious sometimes; it's just part of being human. But for some people, those nervous feelings never go away. When anxiety gets so bad that it stops people from doing the things they want to do, it could be an anxiety disorder. Fortunately, there are lots of things people can do to feel better. The lives of millions of kids are affected by mental illness. And yet it's all too common for kids to feel like they are alone with their problems....

"We all have 'down' days as well as happier days. For people with a bipolar disorder, feelings of sadness and happiness can be more extreme. There is an alternation between feeling very 'up' and very 'down.' It can feel like their moods are in control of them. Fortunately, there are ways to treat this disorder and feel more balanced. The lives of millions of kids are affected by mental illness. And yet it's all too common for kids to feel like they...

"We all have moments when we want to lash out in anger. As we grow up, we learn how to control such feelings and avoid hurting others. But sometimes people can't get these feelings under control. Disruptive behavior disorders can be very difficult to live with, and the disorders also present huge challenges to friends and family members. With help, however, people can learn to get along in the world more easily. The lives of millions of kids are affected...

"The disorder known as schizophrenia, which roughly means 'split mind, ' is one of the most misunderstood mental disorders. People with the condition experience hallucinations and delusions as their brains struggle to interpret various mixed-up signals. Understanding the causes, symptoms, and treatments of schizophrenia will help reduce the stigma surrounding this rare but frightening disorder. The lives of millions of kids are affected by mental...

"Feeling anxious is part of being human. For some people, however, those nervous feelings never fade. The feelings of anxiety can be so strong that they stop people from doing what they want to do. Fortunately, there are many things people can do to get help with anxiety disorders, and several options for treating anxiety."--cover "Everybody feels anxious sometimes; it's just part of being human. But for some people, those nervous feelings never...

"Feeling sad sometimes is a normal part of life. Having depression, however, is different from being sad. People with depression may feel empty or hopeless, leaving them uninterested in activities that used to be enjoyable. Depression is a very common and very serious mental disorder. Fortunately, there are ways to treat depression and strategies to help people feel better."-- "Feeling sad sometimes is a normal part of being human. But for some people,...