Depression is characterized by feelings of sadness or despair that negatively affect the way you think, feel, or behave. It can have real physical and mental health implications if left untreated. According to the National Institute on Mental Health (NIMH), “In 2017, an estimated 11 million U.S. adults aged 18 or older had at least […]
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Disorganization refers to incoherent and illogical thoughts and behaviors. This can affect the way you think and speak. If you feel like disorganization in schizophrenia is interfering with your life, it is best to seek treatment to better organize your thoughts and behavior. Disorganization as a Symptom Disorganization in schizophrenia refers to having trouble forming […]
A delusion of grandeur is when you believe you are something you are not like a celebrity or a supernatural figure as well as having supernatural powers. These delusions are the result of psychosis or a break from reality. Psychosis is often a defining symptom of severe mental health disorders like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder. […]
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Anxiety is one of the most common mental illnesses in the country, with 40 million people affected, according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA). Even though there are therapists who know how to treat anxiety, it does not mean that they do not struggle with anxiety as well. A number of therapists […]
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When recovering from active addiction, many people only think about the various therapies you go through that help heal the underlying causes. However, reviving your physical strength is just as important to the recovery process. There are numerous benefits of regaining your physical health and strength, and by understanding them, you can be motivated to […]
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If given the news that a friend has passed away, our initial instinct may be disbelief, followed by sadness and possibly some tears. An individual who has emotional responses characterized by inappropriate affect may react inappropriately, if at all. This can be as simple as laughing in serious situations that would normally call for a […]
What time we wake up in the morning can make an impact on our mental health. There are “morning larks” who tend to wake up early and “night owls” who prefer to sleep in. A new study by JAMA Psychiatry says that waking up one hour earlier can reduce your depression by 23%, helping you […]
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Emotional dysregulation is a behavioral pattern of someone who has a hard time managing powerful emotions. As stated in an article by Cambridge University, “Emotion dysregulation is defined as patterns of emotional experience or expression that interfere with goal-directed activity.” Seeking out treatment for emotional dysregulation opens the door for learning how to control your […]
Catatonia may develop in people who have schizophrenia. These are periods when someone is hardly moving or responding. If catatonia is a factor in your schizophrenia, it is important to learn about the variety of treatment options available. Risk Factors Catatonic schizophrenia means having symptoms such as no psychomotor activity, limited verbal responses, mimicking another […]
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Addiction does not discriminate, which means that it can tragically affect anyone from any background. However, it does present differing challenges for specific groups of people. For example, men face different problems in recovery than women do, laying out the need for these to be addressed. Many men can become deflated in recovery when they […]