Psychological Symptoms

Definition

Psychological symptoms refer to the emotional and cognitive effects experienced by an individual, often related to mental disorders or conditions. These symptoms can include changes in mood, thoughts, feelings, and behavior.

Related terms

Depression:

A mood disorder characterized by persistent sadness, low self-esteem, loss of interest in activities, and other negative psychological symptoms.

Anxiety:

An excessive or irrational fear or worry that can manifest as panic attacks, social phobia, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), or specific phobias.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD):

A mental disorder characterized by intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions) performed to alleviate distress.