AD Anxiety Disorder

Anxiety disorders are a group of mental disorders characterized by significant feelings
of anxiety and fear. Anxiety is a worry about future events, while fear is a reaction to current
events. These feelings may cause physical symptoms, such as increased heart rate and shakiness.

DSM-5 Criteria for Diagnosing Generalized Anxiety Disorder

AD Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar disorder is a mental disorder that causes people to experience noticeable, sometimes
extreme, changes in mood and behavior. Sometimes children with bipolar disorder feel very happy or
“up” and are much more energetic and active than usual. This is called a manic episode. Sometimes
children with bipolar disorder feel very sad or “down” and are much less active than usual. This is
called a depressive episode.

Bipolar disorder, which used to be called manic-depressive illness or manic depression, is not the
same as the normal ups and downs every child goes through. The mood changes in bipolar disorder are
more extreme, often unprovoked, and accompanied by changes in sleep, energy level, and the ability
to think clearly. Bipolar symptoms can make it hard for young people to perform well in school or
to get along with friends and family members. Some children and teens with bipolar disorder may try
to hurt themselves or attempt suicide.