• Hand Reaching Out to Help Someone Struggling

    How to Help Someone in a Mental Health Crisis

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    Many individuals are experiencing new or worse mental health symptoms due to intense fear or stress relating to the pandemic. Those with a mental health [...]

  • Woman at Psychotherapist for Symptoms of PTSD

    Symptoms and Effects of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

    784 words|3.9 min read|

    It’s normal to react to unpleasant or difficult experiences, but some individuals may experience lasting emotional and psychological distress from such experiences. This is [...]

  • Woman with Anxiety Talking with Therapist

    What is Generalized Anxiety Disorder?

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    Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is defined as persistent and excessive worry that is difficult to control and interferes with daily life. While it is normal [...]

  • Man Who is Grieving

    How Unresolved Grief Can Impact Addiction

    554 words|2.8 min read|

    Grief is a common feeling that many of us share, whether it’s grief over the loss of a loved one, friendship, job, or something else. [...]

  • Person with Depression

    What is Major Depressive Disorder?

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    Major depressive disorder (MDD), also known as clinical depression, is characterized by a persistent and severe low mood. Usually, this mood includes feelings of profound [...]

  • Managing Anger and Identifying Cues

    Learning How to Deal with Behavioral Signs of Anger

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    Anger as a negative connotation. It can bring up images of yelling, and fighting and provoke fear and anxiety. However, anger can also be experienced [...]

  • Treatment Options for Major Depressive Disorder

    The Positive Impact of Exercise on Depression

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    Depression is a behavioral health condition that causes you to lose interest in everyday activities and experience problems with sleep, concentration, self-worth, energy, and eating. [...]

  • Man being successful in life

    8 Tips for Maintaining Positive Mental Health

    570 words|2.9 min read|

    Your mental health is much more than a state of mind — it's your overall perception of yourself and the world around you, and it [...]

  • Supporting Teen and Family After Suicide Attempt

    How to Cope if Your Child Has Attempted Suicide

    559 words|2.8 min read|

    When a child tries to take their own life, it is difficult for a parent to comprehend their decision. While there may be warning signs, [...]

  • Depression Relapses and Why They Can Occur

    Understanding Depression Relapses and Why They Occur

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    Depression can be debilitating, but it's also treatable with a combination of medication, therapy, and self-care. Even with an effective treatment plan, depression has a [...]

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    What Is the Difference Between Mental Health & Emotional Health?

    544 words|2.7 min read|

    You may have heard the terms mental health and emotional health used interchangeably. You may have even used them as synonyms yourself. However, mental and [...]

  • Causes of Depression in Women

    Common Causes of Depression in Women

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    Depression is the most common mental health disorder. As with other health conditions, depression in women often differs from depression in men. Women are twice [...]

  • Teens and Opioid Use

    Seven Mental Health Symptoms You Should Never Ignore

    615 words|3.1 min read|

    Mental health disorders are more common than you think. Approximately 54 million Americans suffer from some form of a mental or behavioral disorder. We all [...]

  • Treatment Options for Major Depressive Disorder

    Treatment Options for Depression (Major Depressive Disorder)

    746 words|3.7 min read|

    Depression is the most common mental health disorder in the United States, while major depressive disorder is the most commonly diagnosed form of depression. Worldwide, [...]

  • Suicide Warning Signs in Teens and How You Can Help

    Teen Suicide Warning Signs: What to Look For

    685 words|3.4 min read|

    It’s an unfortunate truth that teen suicide rates are on the rise. This fact leaves many parents, teachers, coaches, and caregivers feeling understandably concerned about [...]

  • Addressing Underlying Trauma and Substance Abuse

    Addressing Underlying Trauma and Substance Abuse

    528 words|2.6 min read|

    Identifying and addressing underlying trauma is an important step in treating substance abuse. Learn more about the connection between addiction and trauma.