Have you ever heard of Dee Dee Blanchard and her daughter Gypsy Rose Story and wondered why a mother like DeeDee would fake her daughter’s condition? Once upon a time, there was Dee Dee Blanchard and her daughter Gypsy Rose. They were an unforgettable duo..
Are you curious about elimination disorders and how they are diagnosed and treated? This informative blog post will delve into the world of elimination disorders, providing you with a comprehensive understanding of these conditions. Whether you’re a concerned parent or simply interested in psychiatric diagnoses,..
Bulimia Nervosa is a severe and complex mental health disorder affecting millions worldwide. As a psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 20 years of clinical experience, I have seen firsthand the devastating impact of bulimia nervosa on individuals and their families. In this series called “Demystifying..
Grief is a complex and multifaceted emotion that affects individuals in many ways. Dr. Cristi Bundukamara, aka Dr. B, a psychiatric nurse practitioner and a grief expert, has shared her experience of going through the 45 Days of Grief series and highlighted the importance of..
Are you familiar with the term “Binge Eating Disorder”? It’s a condition that affects millions of people around the world. Despite its prevalence, there is still a lot of confusion surrounding this disorder, which is why it’s important to demystify the DSM, the diagnostic manual..
Dr. Cristi Bundukamara, Ed., PMHNP (aka, Dr. B.), founder and creator of the Mentally STRONG Method, continues her series, “Demystifying the DSM,” with an explanation of dysthymia or persistent depressive disorder. What is Dysthymia or Persistent Depressive Disorder? It is not common to see patients..
PMDD, or premenstrual dysphoric disorder, is a real disorder in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, fifth edition (DSM-V). Dr. Cristi Bundukamara, Ed., PMHNP (aka, Dr. B.), founder and creator of the Mentally STRONG Method, explains this disorder, related disorders that it may..
For many people, the term “multiple personality disorder” conjures up images of Hollywood movies and TV shows in which someone with the condition leads a secret life or commits crimes without being aware of it. But what is dissociative identity disorder (DID) really, and how..
You might be surprised to learn that over 70% of adults in the United States have experienced a traumatic event at least once in their lives. Unfortunately, many of these people go on to develop a trauma or stress-related disorder, such as post-traumatic stress disorder..
You may have heard of adjustment disorder, but what exactly is it? According to the DSM-5, adjustment disorder is “a disturbance in the ability to function in response to an identifiable stressor(s) occurring within 3 months of the onset of the stressor(s).” In other words,..