Welcome back to The Flight Shrink, your trusted source for mental health education.

After the last post about anxiety, I realized I should probably do an overview of all the different types of mental health disorders.  So, in this post, that’s exactly what we’ll do. By gaining insights into these disorders, we can enhance our understanding, reduce stigma, and promote empathy and support for those who may be experiencing them.

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