Flipping through the new patient paperwork can feel exhausting. One of the most common questions a medical health professional may ask is, “Has anyone in your family ever been diagnosed with a mental health condition?”. Knowing there is a strong… Read More ›
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Tackling the Genetic Side of Addiction
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Working to deconstruct the idea that addiction is some kind of moral failing is still an ongoing process. Therefore, it is important to discuss what factors do play a part in the development of addiction. Genetics can have a large… Read More ›
The Beginnings of Mental Illness
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In some cases, the signs of mental illness appear subtly and over time. We may not even realize we have a mental illness until it’s front and center in our lives. From the day we are born to the present… Read More ›
Understanding Genetics and Bipolar Disorder
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Bipolar disorder affects millions of people across the US and demonstrates a variety of symptoms. Some people primarily experience challenges with energy levels. Others suffer from intense feelings of anxiety and isolation. Regardless of the specific experiences, living with bipolar… Read More ›
Understanding Schizophrenia
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Millions of people in the United States are diagnosed with schizophrenia. Consequently, schizophrenia is considered to be one of the leading causes of disability in our nation today. Common symptoms of this mental illness include delusions, hallucinations, and unorganized speech… Read More ›
Are Addictions Genetic Or Environmental?
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Addictions have a wide range of causes and no one cause is more relevant than the other. Â There are those in the addiction community who believe that the causes of our addictions are not important. Â What is important is getting… Read More ›
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