A proper mental health diagnosis is the key to seeking the right course of treatment and making healthier life changes. While depression and bipolar disorder have been recognized by millions of people worldwide, a traditional diagnosis depends on clinical assessments by doctors, psychologists, and psychiatrists and can be more subjective than objective. A new blood […]
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Schizophrenia is typically associated with delusions and hallucinations, but few understand what these are like to experience. The symptoms are often exaggerated, leading to further misunderstanding and even stigma associated with schizophrenia. There are also various other symptoms that many people do not realize are caused by schizophrenia. By taking a closer look at the […]
Anxiety stems from fear, and COVID-19 has created a pandemic of fear and anxiety for many people. Constantly receiving information and realizing we have little control over our actions in getting rid of this virus has been a struggle for people to manage. If you are over-correcting your behavior or having unhealthy thought patterns, there […]
One of the most common misconceptions surrounding mental health disorders is that they result from weaknesses or flaws within a person’s character. These beliefs are far from accurate and actually serve to harm those living with mental health conditions. The more stigma a person faces, the more likely they are to believe what others are […]
Some people have trouble confronting someone knowing it will bring them anxiety and dread, whether telling someone they need to put the dirty dishes in the dishwasher or letting someone know they hurt their feelings. Instead of dealing with these conversations head-on, some people prefer to put off these conversations or avoid them altogether. However, […]
Due to inaccurate and harmful portrayals of bipolar disorder in the media, numerous misconceptions are believed by the general public. These misconceptions can lead to overarching stigma and misunderstanding, which can be detrimental to individuals with bipolar disorder. Alta Loma Transformational Services hopes to debunk common myths and misconceptions to help others better understand this […]
Many people with schizophrenia have trouble going to sleep. A new study featured in The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry showed that insomnia in schizophrenia patients could increase suicidal thoughts and actions and increase depression and anxiety. This study shows how important it is for those with schizophrenia to get plenty of sleep as it is crucial […]
Someone struggling with suicidal thoughts can be very good at hiding them because they do not want to reveal their vulnerability. It is hard to survive these painful thoughts if you do not reach out for support. Mental health experts in Parade have broken the stigma of mental health by speaking about what we need […]