Mental illness, also known as mental health disorders, is a wide range of conditions that can impact your mood, behavior, and thoughts. Although it is normal to feel distraught from time to time, people with mental health conditions display ongoing signs and symptoms that can trigger feelings of stress and discomfort, making it difficult…
Mental illness worldwide continues to be a problem, and it’s getting worse. Chemical imbalances characterize several types of mental illnesses; however, some affect people physically and emotionally. They can also co-occur with substance abuse and severely disrupt someone’s life. Learn about the five most common types of mental illness, with some co-occurring with each other…
Mental illness can co-occur with substance abuse or occur on its own. Identifying signs and symptoms early on allows you or a loved one to get the necessary treatment. Doctors typically diagnose mental illness by the signs someone shows, but it can be tricky since disorders can overlap or occur together. Only a trained specialist…
Depression comes in several forms and can be mild to severe — necessitating psychiatric care sometimes. It also can begin in childhood or adulthood and be directly affected by the seasons, such as with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) or following childbirth. Follow today’s blog as we discuss the different types of depression and their effect…
Anxiety doesn’t discriminate. It affects people of all ages; however, when children feel it, most often they’re not aware of what it is, why they have it, and how to get relief. In today’s blog, we will discuss ways in which to help children learn the tools to help them calm down when in times…
Mental health is just as important as your physical health. Maintaining your mind is crucial to your overall well-being. As you age, your brain changes and neuroplasticity kicks in, meaning your brain is not hardwired, and you can develop new neural pathways. Establishing healthy mental habits can help with stress and keep your emotions in…
If your loved one has had excessive anxiety that has led to severe symptoms, they may be dealing with panic attacks. In today’s blog, we will discuss how to spot whether a panic disorder has developed or is developing in a loved one and how to help. What is a Panic Disorder? First, a…
Anxiety affects everyone; however, for millions of Americans, anxiety can turn into a disorder and even advance to a panic disorder, which can result in debilitating consequences. Discover how enlisting family support can make all the difference when someone is struggling. What is an Anxiety Disorder? When the fight or flight response takes over…
In the past, if someone told you, you were mentally ill, you were immediately labeled as “crazy,” and it left you with a stigma that was forever attached. Nowadays, mental illness is viewed much differently, and more people are coming out and admitting their illness and getting help. Let’s break down the stigma of mental…
Depression is a medical condition that affects more than 16 million adults in the U.S. Major depressive disorder, if treated effectively, can be controlled with people living an enjoyable life. Continue to see how to cope with the disease healthily. Coping with Depression First and foremost, it’s crucial to get professional help in dealing with…