Signs of Bipolar Disorder
It’s normal to have good days and bad days. Some people, however, struggle with extreme mood swings that don’t have a clear trigger. One minute they’re feeling hyperactive; the next they plunge into severe [...]
What Is Bipolar Schizoaffective Disorder?!
Living with a mental illness can be difficult, primarily if professionals can't accurately diagnose or treat your condition. Schizoaffective disorder is one of the most misdiagnosed mental illnesses in the United States. According to [...]
Is a Partial Hospitalization Program Right for Me?
Mental health treatment tailored to your life circumstances can make benefitting from the therapies provided easier. Partial hospitalization programs (PHP) are a type of treatment where clients commute and spend most of their days [...]
How Do You Communicate With Someone Who Has Schizophrenia?
Schizophrenia is a serious mental illness that affects approximately 24 million people worldwide. It can cause hallucinations, delusions and disorganized thinking, influencing how a person perceives reality and impacting their ability to communicate effectively. [...]
The Difference Between a Mood Disorder and a Personality Disorder
Discussing mental health issues such as mood and personality disorders can feel confusing, especially regarding many “advanced terms” that describe psychiatric problems. Try googling a mood disorder, and it’s a kitchen sink of issues, [...]
Are Schizophrenics Dangerous?
People living with mental illnesses are often misunderstood. While information about schizophrenia and related conditions such as schizoaffective disorder is freely available, unfounded myths persist, adding to mental health misconceptions. Let's bust some of [...]
Why Do Men Find it Hard to Go to Therapy?
While seeking therapy for mental health still has a bit of a general stigma, men seem to feel even more alienated by choice. The truth is that their feelings hold some merit, but only [...]
The Power of Acceptance
Mental health is not something to take lightly: it's an ongoing journey toward self-acceptance and growth. Don't be afraid to challenge yourself—you don't need to strive for perfection; just recognize the small wins that [...]
9 Mental Health Tips for 2023
Your mental wellness affects all aspects of your daily life, from dealing with stress to how you relate and respond to others. While many New Year’s resolutions include physical fitness goals, mental health is [...]
Why Choose Therapy Over Self-Treatment?
Are you on the fence about seeking help for behavior, mood or other issues impacting your life? Maybe you’re not sure that looking into a therapeutic wilderness program is the right step for you. [...]