Everyone experiences conflicting emotions or volatile mood swings they can’t rationally explain. They may be caused by major life changes, hormones in the body or difficulties at school or work. Human emotions are complex, it can be hard to tell whether these feelings are temporary or a sign of a larger mental health problem. If […]
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Dec
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Suffering from a mental health issue isn’t just tough on the person suffering from it — it’s a challenge for those closest to them as well. In particular, growing up with a depressed parent can be incredibly detrimental to the well-being and development of a child. In this post, we explore how clinical depression affects […]
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Army suicide is one of the leading causes of death among veterans in the United States, claiming the lives of over 65,000 since 2010. In comparison, the 20-year Vietnam War took 58,220 lives while the Iraqi War, which lasted 8 years, claimed the lives of 4,431 U.S. soldiers. Veterans need robust emergency and long-term mental […]
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Dec
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Bipolar and addiction often go hand in hand, so if you want to commit to rehab, it can be helpful to know if you should be treated for bipolar disorder at the same time. However, the most well-known symptom of bipolar is mood swings, which everyone experiences from time to time. This is one reason […]
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Dec
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Schizophrenia affects around one in 300 people or about 24 million people globally. Unfortunately, the term is too often used casually, and the mass media has skewed the public’s understanding of what schizophrenia truly is. The stigma and misunderstanding of schizophrenics can make it challenging for them to find and accept the help they desperately […]
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Dec
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Stress is a prevalent element in most people’s lives, and learning how to cope with it is in everyone’s interest. According to statistics from the American Institute of Stress, 33% of people suffer from extreme stress, 77% experience stress to levels that affects their physical health and 73% suffer from stress-related mental health issues. Stress […]
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Growing up in a safe and stable home is important for a child’s development. If a parent is struggling with an untreated mental illness such as bipolar disorder, a child may experience sadness or anger because they don’t understand what’s happening. The effects of growing up with a bipolar parent can be long-lasting and may […]
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Everyone experiences stress, restlessness or trouble concentrating, especially if they’re going through a difficult time. While these symptoms don’t necessarily indicate a mental illness, they are considered some of the most common symptoms of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or attention deficit disorder (ADD). However, if these symptoms are present in multiple settings and start to affect […]
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Dec
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Many prescription medications are abused. For example, a person may find that a medication like Zoloft no longer works for their depression, anxiety or related issues, so they decide to take more than their doctor prescribed. Generally, increased doses are meant to achieve the original medication effects after someone has increased their tolerance. Unfortunately, this […]
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Everyone has a bad day. Whether you had an extra-rough time at work or school, got into an argument with a friend or simply don’t feel like getting out of bed, bad days happen and are often out of your control. This can lead to feelings of sadness, frustration, hopelessness or even numbness. However, if […]