Category Archives: Disorders

Everyone lies sometimes. These little white lies or distortions aren’t usually problematic — though they could still erode trust. Major or frequent lies, on the other hand, can be a big problem for one’s social, professional, and romantic life. Some people lie frequently, even when there’s no real reason to. In fact, research on lying […]

What are the real mental illness and violence facts you need to know? Find out what the relationship is between the rise in violent crime and mental health. Nearly one in five Americans (52.9 million) has some kind of mental illness. The vast majority of people with such a disorder live peacefully and generally don’t […]

Every 11 minutes, someone in the U.S. dies by suicide. In 2023, over 49,000 people died by suicide, leaving behind grieving friends and family members. Learning what causes suicidal ideation, what makes it more likely someone would consider such drastic measures, and what treatment options are available can save lives. If you or a loved […]

What’s the best emotional support animal for depression, and how can they help? Learn about different ESAs, their benefits and how to get one. When depression strikes, we can find comfort in the people around us — from licensed therapists to friends and family members. But what if you’ve exhausted all those support systems and […]

Learn about dissociative disorder and how it can affect people. Find out what its symptoms are and what treatments are available. You may have seen dissociative disorder in a popular Hollywood film or best-selling novel, as fictional characters frequently have multiple personalities or forget who they are. People suffering from dissociative identity disorder (DID), one […]

Movies rarely portray mental illnesses well. If they aren’t making fun of people with mental conditions, they mix up the symptoms purely for dramatic flare or as a plot device. More often than not, movies with characters with schizophrenia fall into the latter category, focusing more on sensationalizing the condition rather than showing the nuanced […]

Picture yourself at a social outing with your closest friends and acquaintances. In the company of those we’re comfortable with, we often let our defenses down, opening ourselves to playful banter and friendly ribbing. However, in the midst of all the innocent fun, you feel one of their jabs cut a little too deep. Are […]

Histrionic personality disorder (HPD) is also known as an attention-seeking disorder, which is an apt description. People with this disorder live for attention and will do whatever they can to stay in the spotlight. Their sense of self-worth is dependent on the approval of others. HPD sufferers are viewed as overly dramatic, emotional and unpredictable. […]

Throughout Mary’s childhood, her father, Joe, was chronically ill and would lie in a darkened room for weeks at a time. He would go to the emergency room complaining of headaches, and yet the results of any tests doctors performed would always come back normal. The entire household revolved around Joe’s care. It affected the […]

Depression can be a debilitating illness that affects different areas of your life. One often-overlooked aspect of depression is its impact on memory. Can depression cause memory loss? It can be difficult to quantify and measure the effects of depression on memory, but there’s evidence to suggest a link between the two. Recalling memories is […]