If you or a loved one is struggling with intense feelings of panic, anxiety, and fear every time you leave the house, enter a crowd, or go someplace new, you might have something called agoraphobia. This is a mental health disorder that requires specialized treatment....
When over 30 percent of adults in the United States exhibit at least one symptom of depression each week, it becomes difficult to gauge when to seek professional help. People who demonstrate a lack of motivation and struggle to complete household chores may ask, “Am I...
Of all the mental illnesses in the United States, anxiety disorders are the most common, affecting over 40 million adults every year. That’s the equivalent of almost one in five people. Such a widespread issue demands ample attention, and thankfully, effective...
July is dedicated to raising awareness of the mental health disparities between Black, indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) communities compared to the non-Hispanic, white population. Also known as the Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness...
Schizophrenia is a disability that can affect your day-to-day life in many ways. Most people first show signs of the disorder at an early age. However, some people don’t develop schizophrenia until they’re in their 40s, 50s, or even later. Getting the condition late...
There are various causes of addiction that put people at a higher risk for struggling with this disease. Addiction can be passed down through family members, for starters. Some people are also vulnerable to substance use as a result of their upbringing, health...
When you need mental health care, you may not be able to wait. That’s when you need a local psychiatric hospital. These mental health centers are ideal for people in need of inpatient treatment, crisis care services, and outpatient mental health services. But...
Film is a fantastic medium to explore issues like mental health and, just as importantly, mental illness. Of course, not all mental health movies are created equal. The best mental health movies can inspire and incite positive change, where the worst ones can insult...
Everybody has felt anxiety. Whether it’s about a new social situation, a presentation, or anything else, we all know that feeling of nervousness. But chronic anxiety disorders may be a cause for concern. If you feel a persistent, debilitating nervousness, then...
