Bipolar rehabilitation centers offer crucial support for individuals and their families navigating the challenges of living with bipolar disorder. Living with bipolar disorder is a tough journey filled with challenges, not only for those diagnosed but also for their families, who face the ups and downs with them. The emotional maze of this condition can […]
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Switching to a new medication involves an adjustment period, no matter who you are. This period can be challenging, as initially, you may feel as though the new medication isn’t working. Your doctor or those around you may tell you to wait a couple of days or weeks to ensure that your body has time […]
Schizophrenia is a commonly misunderstood mental health disorder with multiple subtypes. Paranoid schizophrenia, or schizophrenia with paranoia, is the most common form of the disorder, but many people are unaware of its distinct symptoms. Education is crucial to help fight against stigma, facilitate compassion and understanding, and provide information to those struggling with the disease. […]
Hypervigilance is defined as being in a state of increased alertness and extreme sensitivity to surroundings. While increased alertness can expose hidden dangers, oftentimes these hazards are not real. The anxiety and stress of being constantly alert can have detrimental effects on your mental health. Treatment options are available to alleviate symptoms of paranoia to […]
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 […]
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 […]
Bipolar disorder causes mood shifts where you feel high (or manic) on energy one minute with lows of depression the next. The severity and the frequency are different for each person. While there may not be a cure or a quick fix for bipolar disorder, there are many healthy habits that can decrease the severity and […]
People tend to think depression means someone who is always crying and looks upset for the whole world to see. The truth is that depression comes in varying degrees, and you might not be able to see it in someone, such as if someone were to post endless selfies on Instagram to hide their depression. […]
If you are a man that has struggled with mental health in the past, you have most likely heard the phrase “man up.” You may hear this come from a friend, family member, coworker, or someone else in your life that isn’t comfortable seeing men be vulnerable. With all of the stigma surrounding mental health, […]
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