Autism

A broad range of complex neurodevelopmental disabilities marked by such symptoms as severe deficits in social interaction and communication, restricted and strong interests and inflexibility (love of routine).
Most people think Rainman when they think autism.
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Psychiatrist

A medical doctor who diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Informally referred to as a "shrink".
She was referred to a psychiatrist on account of her long-standing battle with depression.
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Mental health

A general state of emotional and psychological well-being, as manifest by the ability to cope with and meet the demands of everyday life.
Many people suffering from mental health problems are reluctant to get the help they need.
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Mania

A state of mental and physical overactivity characterised by pressured speech, racing thoughts, decreased need for sleep, extreme irritability or elation and, not infrequently, delusions and hallucinations (i.e., psychosis). It is most commonly associated with bipolar disorder, a serious mental condition in which sufferers alternate between mania and depression.
True mania is a terrifying thing to witness and rarely forgotten.
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Tourette's Syndrome

A neurological characterised by involuntary motor and phonic tics. This severe form of tic disorder affects males at approximately thrice the rate of females and is usually chronic.
Person A: why does that guy keep swearing and shaking his head?
Person B: he has Tourette's Syndrome.
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Hypomanic

Relating to hypomania, a mild form of the manic phase characteristic of bipolar illness.
Hypomanic states are often associated with enhanced productivity and creativity.
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Insomnia

A common health problem characterised by difficulty in either falling or staying asleep. It can occur on its own (primary) or as a result of another medical disorder, such as depression (secondary).
Insomnia can be debilitating.
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