Mental health can be a sensitive topic to discuss. While some individuals are willing to share their story and seek professional help if necessary, other people may be ashamed of their mental health challenges. Although mental health issues can be difficult to deal with, there are effective strategies people can use to cope. Keep on reading to learn about a few things you can do to protect and improve your mental health. Continue reading
Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a mental health condition marked by unstable moods, behavior, and relationships. Nearly 2% of adults in the United States have been diagnosed with BPD. If you have BPD or know someone who has been diagnosed with BPD, it is important to educate yourself about the condition. This knowledge will help you to understand how the disorder may affect your life and help you to manage presenting symptoms in a healthy way. Continue reading
Trauma is an emotional response to an event that is deeply distressing and disturbing. A person who is traumatized often feels shocked and helpless immediately after the event and may have difficulty processing what just happened. Trauma can also have negative long term effects on an individual’s well-being. When people experience trauma they may become “stuck” in the past and find it difficult to disassociate themselves from the event long after it happened. Continue reading
Recovery from addiction is hard. Nevertheless, the rewards of breaking free from addiction are worth the effort. In this article, we will discuss why addiction occurs and common obstacles that may slow or hinder a person’s recovery from addiction. You will also learn how you can start your journey to recovery if you are currently experiencing addiction issues. Continue reading
To say that the past two years have been difficult would be a massive understatement. This period of our recent history has fundamentally changed the lives of millions of people and has encouraged most individuals to take a look at their lives and reassess where they would like to be. Continue reading
After being newly diagnosed with adult attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you are likely experiencing both relief to have a diagnosis and confusion or apprehension about what happens next. After a lifetime of struggling with impulsivity, excess energy/restlessness, concentration, and organizational ability, you took control and sought professional advice and that takes tremendous courage. You are not alone; millions of individuals worldwide have adult ADHD . As symptom recognition and diagnostics progress, the number of adults diagnosed with ADHD is rapidly growing. Continue reading
