Science Common Sense
854 - What are some common brain disorders or diseases?
There are many brain disorders or diseases. Here are some common ones:
- Alzheimer's Disease: A condition where memory and thinking get worse over time. It's more common in older people.
- Parkinson's Disease: A disorder that affects movement, causing shaking, stiffness, and trouble walking.
- Epilepsy: A condition that causes seizures, which can make a person shake or lose control.
- Autism Spectrum Disorder: A condition that affects how people communicate and interact with others.
- Schizophrenia: A condition that affects how people think and feel, causing them to see or hear things that aren't there.
- Multiple Sclerosis: A condition that affects the nerves, causing trouble walking, seeing, and thinking.
- Migraines: A type of headache that can be severe and affect vision, hearing, and balance.
- Depression: A condition that affects mood, causing people to feel sad or unhappy.
- Anxiety Disorders: Conditions that cause excessive worry or fear.
- Stroke and Brain Injury: Damage to the brain that can happen suddenly, affecting thinking, movement, and other functions.
These are just a few examples, and there are many other brain disorders and diseases that can affect people in different ways.