Note: If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Your life matters. Death by suicide has been rising dramatically all over the United States; according to the National Public Radio (NPR), approximately 45,000… Read More ›
Category: Mental Health
4 Magical Activities in Psychodrama That Build Self-Compassion
When it comes to recovery, self-compassion can be challenging sometimes. Perhaps you’ve gotten into this never-ending reel of doubt, fear, and negativity; thoughts such as “I don’t think I can do this” may plague your mind as you try to… Read More ›
How Can I Talk To A Loved One about Suicide?
Note: If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Your life matters. Suicide prevention starts with recognizing the symptoms and taking them very seriously. Too many times, we see the warning signs but… Read More ›
Recent Study Shows Promise For Hypnosis and Gestalt Therapy on Depression
Note: If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Your life matters. Depression is a serious mental illness that affects nearly 350 million worldwide, and 16 million people in the United States specifically,… Read More ›
The Difference Between Narcissistic Personality Disorder and General Narcissism
A common attack thrown at an individual in today’s society typically involves “you’re so narcissistic”. This unfortunate and misguided stereotype fails to address narcissism for what it really is – U.S. News states that 1 in 16 Americans experience narcissistic… Read More ›
Could My Sleeping Patterns Be Tied to a Mood Disorder?
There are many factors involved in mood disorders, so it’s important to speak with a licensed healthcare professional in order to receive an accurate diagnosis. However, recent studies are showing that if we are experiencing disruptive sleep-wake cycles, this could… Read More ›
5 Common Experiences Anyone With An Anxiety Disorder Will Understand
If you’ve been diagnosed with any type of anxiety disorder, you’re likely very familiar with symptoms such as restlessness, being easily exhausted, difficulty concentrating, irritability, muscle tension, sleeping problems, and more. Anxiety can cause a lot of distress, even interfering… Read More ›
7 Writing Assignments That Will Get You Started on a Positive Mindset
One of the key phrases in recovery is that “each day is a new day”. Just as the sun sets and rises each day, you can rest assured that you will have yet another opportunity to tackle this thing called… Read More ›
What Should I Do If I’m Seeing or Hearing Things?
Seeing or hearing things can be quite distressing. If you’ve recently been told that some of the things you are claiming to hear or see aren’t really there, it’s natural to feel confused and even panicked. You may be thinking… Read More ›
3 Movies and Shows That Misrepresent Bipolar Disorder In Many Ways
There’s no doubt that television shows, movies, music and more have an influence on societal views. For those who don’t know or aren’t aware of people around them who have mental illnesses, these media sources may seem like primary examples… Read More ›