Maintaining a relationship with someone who has a mental illness requires a great deal of patience, understanding and a willingness to recognize that at times there may be more "give" than "take." Making the decision to leave someone with a mental illness is difficult and is likely to be accompanied by feelings of ... Read More
Behavioral & Mental Health
Approximately 18.5% of adults in the U.S. have experienced mental illness. These disorders include depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder among others. This learning center explores the reality of mental health and the treatment needed. The stigma surrounding this issue prevents people from reaching out for quality help when a better life is possible. Our mental health licensed professionals treat patients with a variety of conditions and inform our topics found in this section.
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When Is It Time to Leave Someone with Mental Illness?
The Mental Health Impact of a Natural Disaster
When Is It Time to Leave Someone with Mental Illness?
The Mental Health Impact of a Natural Disaster
When Hurricane Helene made landfall in September 2024, no one could have predicted that it would become the deadliest hurricane to make landfall since Katrina. The category 4 storm laid waste to whole communities along its 500-mile path, from Florida through other parts of the Southeast. Meanwhile, as the death count ... Read More
Emotional Lability: What It Is
Emotions are a normal part of human life. Chances are, you've experienced extreme happiness, profound sadness and intense irritability — possibly all within the same week. While there's nothing wrong with having an expressive range of emotions, frequent emotional changes can indicate a mood disorder. It's estimated ... Read More
5 Mental Health Lessons from Olympians
As the Olympics approach, one topic always makes headlines: Olympian mental health. These athletes are under immense pressure. They've often worked their whole lives for these moments, know they're representing their country and have one shot to prove themselves. This pressure can put a strain on an athlete's mental ... Read More
Mental Health in the Military: What Every Vet Should Know About Their Treatment Options
The intensities of war, demand for mental and physical toughness, and separation from family make military veterans susceptible to a wide range of mental health risks. A study reported by the American Psychology Association revealed just how widespread military mental health challenges can be: In 2013, there were 1,080 ... Read More
What Does It Mean to Be “Mentally Unstable”?
Updated on 9/11/2024 "Mental instability" is a broad phrase people use to refer to a wide range of mental health conditions, from depression and post-traumatic stress disorder to bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder. When someone uses this phrase, they generally mean that someone is showing signs of ... Read More
The Long Mental Health Arc of National Tragedies
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) develops after someone witnesses or experiences a traumatic event. For example, a veteran who served in a combat zone may experience flashbacks due to their military experience. PTSD also develops after mass disasters, which are situations involving a critical number of victims. In ... Read More
Stress Reduction Made Simpler: A Checklist
Everyone gets stressed out sometimes. It's an unavoidable part of life. But prolonged periods of stress are unhealthy for your physical, mental and emotional well-being. Luckily, stress isn't permanent, and there are actions you can take to lower and control your stress levels. Wondering how to destress? You've come ... Read More
