Struggling with bipolar disorder can be isolating. You may feel that no one else understands you, and you can’t lead a productive life because of your symptoms. However, there are many successful individuals with bipolar disorder that live their life to the fullest. Seeing celebrities accomplish their goals can be motivating for you in your […]
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Many people get their information regarding bipolar disorder from the media, such as movies, television shows, and other untrustworthy sources. False information leads to stereotypes and can unintentionally cause harm to those struggling with the disorder in their daily lives. To fight against this misleading information, an explanation of how bipolar disorder affects the daily […]
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affects individuals in various ways depending on what happened to them and how they process the trauma. However, there are differences between PTSD in men and women that can make navigating recovery difficult. By learning about how PTSD affects men specifically, those that are suffering can get the help they need […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Supporting a friend with a mental health disorder can be challenging, especially if you aren’t sure how to properly help them. Even with the best intentions, some individuals engage in behaviors that do more harm than good. By learning healthy ways to support a friend with bipolar disorder, you can help them, and your friendship, […]