When recovering from active addiction, many people only think about the various therapies you go through that help heal the underlying causes. However, reviving your physical strength is just as important to the recovery process. There are numerous benefits of regaining your physical health and strength, and by understanding them, you can be motivated to […]
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If given the news that a friend has passed away, our initial instinct may be disbelief, followed by sadness and possibly some tears. An individual who has emotional responses characterized by inappropriate affect may react inappropriately, if at all. This can be as simple as laughing in serious situations that would normally call for a […]
What time we wake up in the morning can make an impact on our mental health. There are “morning larks” who tend to wake up early and “night owls” who prefer to sleep in. A new study by JAMA Psychiatry says that waking up one hour earlier can reduce your depression by 23%, helping you […]
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Emotional dysregulation is a behavioral pattern of someone who has a hard time managing powerful emotions. As stated in an article by Cambridge University, “Emotion dysregulation is defined as patterns of emotional experience or expression that interfere with goal-directed activity.” Seeking out treatment for emotional dysregulation opens the door for learning how to control your […]
Catatonia may develop in people who have schizophrenia. These are periods when someone is hardly moving or responding. If catatonia is a factor in your schizophrenia, it is important to learn about the variety of treatment options available. Risk Factors Catatonic schizophrenia means having symptoms such as no psychomotor activity, limited verbal responses, mimicking another […]
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Bipolar disorder is a mental illness defined by extreme mood swings. Being on medication can help you stabilize the manic moods bipolar disorder causes. By knowing what the most effective medications for bipolar disorder are, you will get an idea of which medications will be of use to you when seeking treatment. Mood Stabilizers Lithium […]
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When you are at the beginning of recovery, it is best to stay away from social situations where people are drinking. When attending social events, whether they are work-related or personal, you likely will be offered a drink or asked why you are not partaking. There are several practical reasons you can use to explain […]
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Millions of Americans struggle with bipolar disorder. Studies have suggested that bipolar disorder comes with the risk of coronary heart disease when taking certain mood stabilizers. Due to bipolar disorder often being treated with therapy and medications, psychiatrists and physicians have the power to decrease the patient’s chances of suffering heart issues and strokes. Risk […]
