Psychiatric disorders are common illnesses around the world. People with mental disorders unintentionally affect millions of people. Many people know someone who has a mental disorder while others just hear about it. The daily routine of these people is not easy to face. Just because a person behaves and thinks backwards or more slowly does not mean they are less capable of success, as society says. Children, adolescents and adults with intellectual disabilities have a huge impact on society, as well as their families and friends. The process of understanding and behaving differently with mental illness is indescribable. There are different types of diagnosed mental disorders, some more common than others. Some common disorders are: anxiety disorders, mood disorders, psychotic disorders, impulse control disorders, etc. These disorders are usually diagnosed by frequent behaviors and then tested for. For example; Anxiety disorders are seen when patients “react to certain objects or situations with fear and dread” (Mental Health: Types of Mental Illnesses). The answer becomes clear if the patient's response is not appropriate to the circumstances. Most mental disorders are observed first, and a person's behavior will show if the disorder applies. The lifestyle of people with mental illness presents a greater risk of reducing their quality of life. Statistics show that “of the 450 million people worldwide living with mental or behavioral disorders, 90 million were addicted to drugs, 25 million had schizophrenia, and 150 million had depression” (Introduction to Global Mental Health: effects of mental health on individuals and individuals). Populations – Unite for the Sight). This is their life... middle of paper... capable of immense achievements if given the support and opportunity to prove themselves. No one should be underestimated because this is what causes mental stress and fear of not being good enough. Mental illnesses can be treated in different ways if society takes a stand. Works Cited How mental illness affects family members. 2008-2010. April 7, 2014. Introduction to Global Mental Health: Effects of Mental Health on Individuals and Populations - Unite for Sight. April 7, 2014Health/module1>.Mental health: types of mental illnesses. April 7, 2014Types of Health-Diseases>.Steingard, Ron J. “Mood Disorders and Adolescent Girls.” Child Mind Institute January 22 2013: 1-3.