What Is a Psychological Disorder?
Ads for mental health services on television and other media are making discussions about mental health more mainstream, and that’s a good thing. However, there is still confusion about what…
How to Cope with Bipolar Disorder Triggers
Living with bipolar disorder can be a challenge, even when receiving the bipolar disorder treatment that’s right for you. Understanding bipolar disorder triggers and what to do about them can…
Bipolar Disorder and Addiction
More than 20 million Americans struggle with addiction every year. Many of those Americans also suffer from a mental health disorder that increases their risk of developing an addiction. For…
Recognizing World Bipolar Day
World Bipolar Day creates a unique opportunity to increase awareness about a debilitating condition that impacts our valued community members. This mental health awareness day takes place on March 30…
How to Overcome Holiday Depression
The holiday season is not always a cheerful time for everyone. For some, the season reminds them of loved ones that they’ve lost, or it’s a significant pressure point on…
How to Control Anxiety
Anxiety disorders are common mental health conditions that affect millions of Americans. In fact, it is the most common mental illness in the United States, with approximately 40 million adults…
Advantages of Seeking Family Therapy During the Holidays
Holidays should not be a time of conflict between loved ones. Instead, it should be a time of gathering, sharing, and laughing. Well, unfortunately, family frictions tend to be very…
What You Will Learn in Family Therapy
Substance use disorders don’t only disrupt the life of the individual who is addicted. They affect everyone in that person’s family as well. The behaviors of the person who has…
Recognizing World Mental Health Day in October
World Mental Health Day (WMHD) is observed in October. The World Federation for Mental Health created this holiday in 1992, and annual events supporting this vital cause and mental health…
Using Meditation for Anxiety and Addiction
Science shows that the links between anxiety and addiction are strong. Anxiety disorders cause people to feel extreme tension in certain situations. Unfortunately, the National Institute of Mental Health reports…