Common behavioral health conditions

Resources for common conditions.

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Your mental health can affect the ways you act, feel and think. If it’s difficult to live life the way you’d like to, connecting with a behavioral health provider may help. While you prepare for your first appointment, you can learn more about the symptoms you may be experiencing.

Anxiety

Learn about the symptoms of anxiety and get access to helpful tools.

  • Trembling or twitching
  • Lightheadedness
  • Sleep problems
  • Inability to concentrate
  • Restlessness
  • Worrying too much

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Depression

Learn about the causes and symptoms of depression like sadness and feelings of helplessness. This topic covers related illnesses like bipolar disorder, as well as treatment options, like medication, counseling, and lifestyle choices. It also talks about suicidal thoughts and how to find the right care.

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Trauma

Trauma is a response to a deeply stressful event that can leave lasting effects or lead to PTSD, but healing is possible.

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Perinatal depression

Learn the causes, symptoms and treatments for perinatal depression, which can happen during and after pregnancy.

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Autism

People of any age can have autism with different support needs. Learn about autism's characteristics, causes and treatments.

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Bipolar disorder

There are three main types of bipolar disorder: bipolar I, bipolar II and cyclothymia. Learn more about the symptoms, treatments and ways to find support.

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Post-traumatic stress disorder

Learn more about the causes and symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This topic looks at how treatment can help, the steps you can take, and discusses effective treatments.

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Suicidal thoughts or threats

Suicide occurs almost twice as often as murder. Each year, about 36,000 people in the United States die by suicide. In the U.S.: Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death. Suicide is the third leading cause of death for people ages 15 to 24 and the second leading cause for people ages 25 to 34.

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ADHD

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a mental health condition with three types: combined, impulsive/hyperactive, and inattentive/distractable. While the exact cause is unknown, genetics play a significant role, and it is often diagnosed in childhood. Treatment typically includes medication and behavioral counseling to improve outcomes and quality of life.

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Behavioral health resources

Sharp HealthCare classes and events

Sign up for a variety of support groups, classes and seminars to help you take care of your mental health and well-being.

Sharp Health News

Browse articles written by Sharp experts on behavioral health — from extraordinary stories to unparalleled guidance and peer support.

 

Questions?

Contact our Customer Care team

We’re here to ensure that you have the best health care experience possible. If you have questions or a complaint related to coverage for behavioral health conditions, give us a chance to help. Call Customer Care using the phone number on the back of your Sharp Health Plan member ID card. Or you can file a formal complaint with a grievance form online at any time.


To learn more about the federal and state mental health parity laws, we recommend checking out these handouts from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration and the Department of Managed Health Care.