Common Psychological Disorders and Where to Seek Help for Them

By Adam Cash

Part of the Psychology For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Psychology involves not just mental health but physical behavior, and many of the most common psychological disorders are recognizable by the way people act under their influence. The following table lists the most common psychological disorders and recommends places and Web sites to visit for help.

Disorder	Where to Go for Help	Web Sites
Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder	A visit to any local psychologist, psychiatrist, pediatrician, or family doctor is a good place to start.	American Psychological Association American Medical Association CHADD
Major depression	A visit to any local psychologist, psychiatrist, pediatrician, or family doctor is a good place to start.	American Psychological Association American Medical Association Internet Mental Health
Generalized anxiety disorder	A visit to any local psychologist, psychiatrist, pediatrician, or family doctor is a good place to start.	American Psychological Association American Medical Association Internet Mental Health