Recovering from addiction is one of the hardest things you will ever do, but it is worth all of the challenges and obstacles you have to overcome. No matter how discouraged you feel in recovery, it is crucial to remember that you have made a courageous decision to take control of your life. Throughout your […]
Depression, Mental Health
What Did The National Institute of Mental Health Say About Borderline Personality Disorder?
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Jul
Jul
Borderline personality disorder is characterized by unstable moods, behaviors, and relationships. The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) recently had a half-hour discussion about borderline personality disorder. Not only was there a discussion about borderline personality disorder’s signs and treatment options, but NIMH also spoke about new research that can make a difference in the […]
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Jul
Jul
One of the most common causes of addiction is people self-medicating with drugs and alcohol to relieve mental or physical pain symptoms. Self-medicating is remarkably common, but few people realize that they are doing it in the first place. Recognizing signs of self-medication early on can prompt you to seek treatment before self-medicating develops into […]
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Jul
Jul
Anxiety is surrounded by stigma because it is often misunderstood. While everyone experiences anxious feelings and thoughts occasionally, those with anxiety disorders are tormented by anxious thoughts that others cannot understand. Even with the best intentions, friends and family of individuals with anxiety may say something hurtful to the person, causing worsening anxiety and disintegration […]
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Jul
Jul
Borderline personality disorder is a personality disorder that affects how you think and feel about yourself and others. Those with this disorder often have an intense fear of abandonment, struggle to keep healthy relationships, have intense emotions, act impulsively, and may experience paranoia and dissociation. Helping those with borderline personality disorder live past the stigma […]
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Jul
Jul
Mental health is a complex part of you that must be nurtured every day to ensure you are healthy. It can be easy to ignore mental health when life’s other responsibilities continue building up. However, you cannot expect to maintain your priorities and keep stress at bay if you do not play an active role […]
Depression, Mental Health
What Is the Relationship Between Dishonesty and Borderline Personality Disorder?
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Jul
Jul
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Jul
Jul
If you are having trouble completing daily tasks or even getting out of bed, you may be suffering from avolition. Avolition is when you lack the motivation for tasks with an end goal. This behavior is typical in mental health disorders such as schizophrenia, depression, and bipolar disorder. By understanding how avolition plays a role […]
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Jul
Jul
The term “functioning alcoholic” is common, with individuals inside and outside of the addiction recovery sphere hearing it at least once in their lives. However, noticing signs of functioning alcoholism within yourself can be more challenging. Because the typical functioning alcoholic still maintains their daily tasks and responsibilities while excessively drinking, they may believe they […]
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Jul
Jul
When someone you love is trying to maintain their sobriety, it can be a delicate situation. You most likely want to be supportive and ensure you don’t do anything that can jeopardize their sobriety. So, what are some ways you can make things easier for someone newly sober? The path to sobriety may not be […]
