Category Archives: Disorders

The Hardest Mental Illnesses to Treat

Hardest Mental Illness to Treat

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 […]

How To Help Someone Who Is in a Manic Episode

How to help someone who is a manic episode

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 […]

What Are the Long-Term Effects of Antidepressants?

Long Term effects of antidepressants

Many people struggle with depression and take prescribed medication for it. Learn more about the long-term side effects of antidepressants. No one is immune from the clutches of depression. For many, a key component in battling depression is prescribed medication. According to the World Health Organization, 5% of the global population is on some form […]

Traumatic Flashbacks: What Are They and How to Address Them

PTSD Flashbacks - what are they

Updated May 9th, 2023 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 PTSD flashbacks can result in a wide range of responses that […]