For thousands of years, humans have relied on touch as a means of communication, comfort, signaling, and more. Such a standard activity is often overlooked and taken for granted, but did you know it has benefits for your mental health? Physical touch can significantly impact your psychological and physical health in various ways, and understanding […]
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When we want to achieve our dreams, we rely on ambition. However, sometimes when we reach our dreams, we still feel a sense of discontent; sometimes, what we wanted was not what it was cracked up to be. It is essential to be able to seek your dreams while still checking in with your mental […]
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Jun
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Discussing mental health can be complicated enough without having to identify different types of various disorders. However, distinguishing each is crucial because it helps individuals better understand what they are experiencing. Bipolar disorder, for example, has three types characterized by differing symptoms, severities, and timelines. By identifying the symptoms of each, those struggling can put a […]
Mental Health, Treatment
What Are the Reasons to Join a Schizophrenic Support Group?
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Once you have been diagnosed with schizophrenia or living with someone who has it, you may be feeling confused and scared by this recent discovery. However, schizophrenia support groups build social support, provide resources, answer questions, and allow communication with others going through the same experiences. Schizophrenia support groups can offer you comfort, coping mechanisms, […]
COVID_-19, Mental Health
Can People With Borderline Personality Disorder Be Independent During the Pandemic?
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Jun
Jun
People with borderline personality disorder are often afraid of abandonment by those they depend on for physical and emotional support. When the pandemic happened, many dependent behaviors become inaccessible, such as relying on others for rides, grocery shopping, home maintenance, and more. For those with borderline personality disorder to be independent, they need to learn […]
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Jun
Jun
Despite what many people believe, depression treatment does not cure the disorder. Instead, it helps individuals learn to manage their symptoms for a happy, healthy, and productive life. However, it is possible to experience a depression relapse where symptoms return. Learning how to spot signs of a depression relapse early on can help you take […]
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Jun
Jun
Bipolar disorder is characterized by significant shifts in mood, energy, concentration, and impacts on daily life. Bipolar I disorder is specifically defined by manic episodes, which many people know but may not know their specifics. This lack of misunderstanding can lead to unfair stigmas or assumptions about those that experience mania. By breaking down the […]
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Jun
People with schizophrenia experience a combination of hallucinations, delusions, cognitive impairment, and disorganized thoughts and speech. These symptoms can be confused with bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder, or even ADHD. Understanding how schizophrenia differs from other disorders can give you a clear picture of what you may be struggling with. Psychosis and Schizophrenia Psychosis can be […]
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Jun
Jun
Navigating a loved one’s borderline personality disorder (BPD) diagnosis can be challenging at first. As you become accustomed to what it means, what to expect, and how to support them, you may hit a couple of bumps in the road. The best way to minimize the number of obstacles is to educate yourself and learn […]
