Broaden your understanding of mental health with articles that cover a wide range of topics, aiming to educate and reduce stigma.
Are you struggling with depression? Do you find it hard to focus on day-to-day tasks? Or have you stopped enjoying things that you used to
There are a number of reasons that a person might shut their emotions down. Either consciously or unconsciously, people have a tendency to wrap up
Estimates show that at least 5 million adults in the United States live with an autism spectrum disorder. This developmental condition can affect a whole
About 6% of the US population have narcissistic personality disorder. This is over 19 million people. If they abuse five people in their lifetime, that’s
Did you know that over 50 million Americans live with a mental illness? Whether it’s depression, schizophrenia, or PTSD, living with a mental illness is
There is no problem with expressing yourself. But expressing yourself during inappropriate times is a problem. Two million Americans live with emotional lability. That’s two
When we are infants and young children, we form attachments with our parents and caregivers. The type of attachment that we form when we are
It is common to experience stress and anxiety in our lives. 75% of people report moderate to high stress in the past month. And anxiety
Although it’s a problem that can make you feel very isolated, anxiety affects over 40 million US adults every year. That means you’re not alone
In the fall, setting the clocks back an hour feels wonderful. We get an extra hour of sleep and wake up feeling ready to conquer
There has been a significant push for the prioritization of mental health awareness in the recent past. Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is one of the
Anxiety disorders are common among people of all genders, races, ages, and identities. Some people may not even know that they have an anxiety disorder
Working long hours makes you long for rest and relaxation. But just as long work physically exhausts you, it can emotionally exhaust you as well.
The grief that accompanies a traumatic life event can often feel like a burden of desperation and hopelessness to those forced to carry it. And,
A little anxiety is a good thing. It lets you be introspective, considering your actions and their effects on other people. But too much anxiety
It’s no doubt that the recent pandemic has been hard on everyone, and teens are no exception to that. For those who are taking courses
When we talk about PTSD, we often think about physical trauma. This can be, for example, physical or sexual assault, wars or terrorist attacks, and
Every single person feels grief after a traumatic event. It’s normal, and it’s a necessary part of the healing process. But sometimes this grief gets
You may have noticed that the topic of mental health is becoming more widely discussed. That’s because about 1 in 4 adults in America suffers
Borderline personality disorder affects an estimated 2% of the population. If your loved one has this condition, you already know how complicated it is. This
Almost 50 percent of Americans experience extreme stress regularly. People have stress for various reasons, from work or even traumas. And unfortunately, excessive stress can
More than 264 million people around the world suffer from depression, with many more experiencing periodic symptoms. While there are a few types of depression,
Did you know there are multiple types of depressive disorders? For some people who experience chronic feelings of hopelessness or inability to enjoy good news
Schizophrenia is a serious mental illness that’s surrounded by myths, stigma, and misconceptions. While it isn’t common, it also isn’t as rare as you might
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is very similar to premenstrual syndrome (PMS) however, it is not as common. Recent studies have shown that roughly 80 to
Most people associate rehab with drug and alcohol addictions. However, there are similar residential mental health facilities that specialize in mental health disorders beyond just
While many Americans are still out of work, some businesses have begun reopening, ending our pandemic staycations. Some people have been able to enjoy self-quarantine
Over the course of the past month, more than 17 million Americans have filed for unemployment. The U.S. Federal Reserve revealed it would be issuing
Being occasionally lonely is a regular part of all of our lives, and it’s never easy to deal with. No matter how many friends we
The term “mental illness” has historically adopted negative connotations from society for years. Until recently, mental illnesses were neglected by medicine and deeply misunderstood. Finally,
