Anxiety affects your body as well as your mind. In addition to worrying and feeling nervous, you may experience changes in your immune function, circulatory system, and other areas. Anxiety may also be caused by physical conditions and may increase… Continue Reading
We have lots of reasons to worry. A certain amount of worrying can be useful. It directs our attention to issues that might need to be managed. However, when worry leads to constant anxiety, things have gone too far to… Continue Reading
According to the CDC the leading cause of death in the USA is suicide. In nearly every state the suicide rates increased from 1999 to 2016. Suicide is a serious issue and should not be taken lightly. Mental health conditions… Continue Reading
The Snowflake That Caused the Avalanche After my first break down discussed in my last post on my life with depression, Life with Depression: First Major Crash, I was in a pretty delicate state but still able to move forward.… Continue Reading
Insomnia Can Realy Kick You In The Butt Sleep is such an important part of your mental wellbeing, especially for those who are dealing with a mental illness. Lack of sleep can cause your symptoms to get worse day by… Continue Reading
Guest Post By Mike Bailey As a parent, watching your child, at any age, growing up and suffering daily with a mental illness can be difficult. Difficult because you don’t understand it at first unless you yourself have been through… Continue Reading
Parents When it comes to mental health supportive parents are extremely important. At the same time they can be the hardest ones to approach about the mental illness. When dealing with a mental health issue you don’t want to burden… Continue Reading
Dealing with a mental illness is difficult, there’s no question about that. Maybe one of the options you’ve been considering is joining a support group. It can be hard to join a group of strangers and talk about the issues… Continue Reading
Guest Post by: Ralph Macey Psychotherapy or medication work better for patients having depression when psychiatrists add a dose of music therapy. Modern music therapy came into existence in 1950 after world war II was over. Many soldiers were unable… Continue Reading
Living an isolated life can lead to depression. It is in our human nature to seek out companionship either in the form of friendships or relationships. There are many reasons that a person may find themselves isolating either as a… Continue Reading