Mental disorders encompass a wide range of issues including. Anxiety disorders, including panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder and phobias
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Mood disorders
Personality disorders
Psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia
There are many causes of mental illness. Genes and family history may play a role. Your life experiences, such as stress or a history of abuse, can also influence. Biological factors may also be part of the cause. A traumatic brain injury can lead to a mental disorder. Exposure of the mother during pregnancy to viruses, or toxic chemicals, may play a role.