Category Archives: Disorders

A relationship between music and trauma isn’t a foreign concept. Even without knowing anything about the science, most people have an intuition about the bidirectional relationship between music and trauma. Studies show that musicians are three times more likely to suffer from depression than non-musicians. Moreover, music can be used as a therapeutic tool for […]

What is psychotropic medication? These medications are commonly used to treat mental health conditions, but there’s a lot of information people need to know before they take them. This guide reviews the definition of psychotropic medication, how it’s used and what you need to know about potential side effects.   The Rising Popularity of Psychotropic […]

It’s a common theme in movies: The main character is going about their daily activities and suddenly gets hit with a debilitating flashback that turns everything upside down. Hollywood makes these scenes intense and dramatic, but the reality is that traumatic flashbacks can result in a wide range of responses that aren’t necessarily so screen-worthy. […]

Most people are familiar with the condition known as bipolar disorder. However, not everyone understands that there are two distinct diagnoses of bipolar disorder: bipolar 1 and bipolar 2. Although some may ask “Is bipolar 1 or 2 worse?” it’s not a question of which form is more severe. They’re each a separate diagnosis that […]

You’re here because you’re wondering if antidepressants can cause bipolar episodes. Well, the answer can be a little complicated. Let’s look at the link between SSRIs, one of the most common types of antidepressants, and the risk of a hypomania episode.  Individuals who have bipolar are prone to depressive, manic and hypomanic episodes. When you’re […]

Phone addiction is by no means on par with other forms of addiction. But it’s becoming a problem for many Americans who can’t put the device down for more than a few minutes at a time. On average, Americans check their phones 96 times a day (or once every 10 minutes). A 2021 survey found […]

Acute psychosis is still largely misunderstood and can be scary for those who encounter it. This page will provide a thorough overview of the condition and its causes, with a view to demystifying it a bit. What is Acute Psychosis? There are two types of acute psychosis: primary and secondary. Primary acute psychosis is a […]

Although your mental health is of vital importance regardless of your gender, countless studies and statistics have shown that mental illness affects men and women differently. The prevalence and frequency of mental illness in men are often lower than in women; however, according to the CDC, men with mental illnesses are also less likely to […]

Mental health disorders fall across a broad spectrum, ranging from barely discernible to profoundly disruptive. The answer to the question of what is the hardest mental illness to live with isn’t straightforward. Understanding the most common mental disorders and the challenges associated with treating them can empower individuals to get the help they need. The […]

Updated August 17, 2023 Some mood disorders, like bipolar disorder, involve the presence of periodic manic episodes. These are occurrences of abnormally high energy behavior, resulting in the individual living in a state of hyperactivity or an elevated mood. While this may sound harmless, it’s important to understand the risks associated with a manic episode […]