What are the symptoms of a mental disorder and how does it affect a person's mental and physical health – practicing Psychotherapist Dr. Anuka Jorbenadze spoke to TMA students about these topics.

Dr. Anuka spoke about the importance of timely referral and diagnosis. Also, about various therapeutic techniques and the importance of having a psychosocial, supportive environment.

Timely treatment in cases of mental disorders is critically important and the degree of restoration of an individual's psychosocial functioning, quality of life, and long-term prognosis depend on it.

A mental disorder is a health condition that affects an individual's cognitive, emotional, and behavioral functioning, as a result of which his personal, social, or professional adaptation is disrupted. These disorders can be temporary or chronic and vary in intensity and depth of symptoms.