Signs And Symptoms Of A Nervous Breakdown Signs or symptoms that indicate a person is possibly facing a nervous breakdown can vary from person to person. The terms "nervous breakdown" and "mental breakdown" have not been formally defined through a diagnostic system such as the DSM-IV or ICD-10, and are nearly absent from current scientific literature regarding mental illness. Although "nervous breakdown" does not necessarily have a rigorous or static definition, surveys of laypersons suggest … [Read more...]
WOMEN in RECOVERY — Emotional Health
November 25, 2011 by
Diagnosing a Nervous Breakdown Your doctor will perform a physical examination to rule out any other medical conditions, and also ask you what symptoms you are experiencing. A course of medication may be prescribed as well as a referral to a psychologist or psychotherapist. Symptoms of a Nervous Breakdown & Early Warning Signs There are physical, emotional and behavioral warning signs and symptoms of a nervous breakdown. They include: Physical symptoms of a nervous … [Read more...]