Depression is a serious mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide, including many young adults. Depression can appear different for everyone. It is often characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a loss of interest in activities that were once enjoyable. Moreover, depression can have a significant impact on a person’s quality…
Anxiety is our body’s natural alarm system. It helps us stay safe and make the right decisions. Some form of anxiety is essential for us, and it is an inevitable part of our nature. However, if you feel that you worry more than usual, have an unrealistic view of your problems, suffer from uncontrollable worrisome…
There are many options for psychiatric treatment programs. However, when seeking mental health treatment for yourself or a loved one, the possibilities may appear overwhelming at first. That said, with a bit of guidance, finding the best course of treatment for your situation can be much more manageable. Are you looking for psychiatric treatment programs…
The shift into fall and winter doesn’t just mean a change in the weather. You might notice a considerable difference in mood or outlook in a friend or family member. Many people experience an occasional bout of the winter blues. However, a recurring and persistent depression that sets in with the change in seasons may…
Many people struggle with mental health and addiction at the same time. In these situations, people have co-occurring disorders. At face value, it may seem best to treat mental health and addiction separately, and for decades, that was the norm. Practitioners would address a mental health disorder and move on to dealing with addiction after…
Medical partnerships are a great way to grow business, expand your client base, and forge relationships with key partners for medical referrals. The first step in building professional partnerships is connecting with other doctors and specialists. The best kind of referral partnerships are mutually beneficial for each practice and ultimately improve health outcomes for patients.…
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month is recognized in the United States annually in June. PTSD Awareness Month was created to increase public understanding and knowledge of PTSD’s causes and symptoms alongside advancing the discussion of its available treatments. Everyone can get involved in making a difference in the lives of those who have experienced…
Depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, and bipolar disorder are common forms of mental illness. A person with one of these disorders may find it hard to communicate what they are facing or how much it impacts their daily life. Often, they keep working, keep trying, and continue to fight their symptoms, but it’s exhausting and…
May is Mental Health Month. The event, sponsored by the National Alliance of Mental Illness, encourages people to spend some time thinking about their mental health and what they may be able to do to support others who need it. Raising mental health awareness is critical due to the ongoing stigma that often leads people…
During Mental Health Awareness Week and World Mental Health Day, it’s critical to learn how to get help for mental illness in a loved one. At times, helping someone who is battling a mental illness can be challenging. You may not know what to say or do or even how to act. Even individuals who…