Behavioral & Mental Health

PTSD, or post-traumatic stress disorder, can occur after a traumatic event. Some of the symptoms may be more widely known. What many people may not know, however, is that still other symptoms can signify PTSD. In fact, surprisingly many things can be signs of PTSD.... Anger and Irritability Individuals who have ... Read More

Dubbed the "King of Pop," Michael Jackson is recognized as one of the greatest cultural icons of the 20th century. He earned hundreds of awards over his career that spanned four decades, including 13 Grammys, 86 Billboard Awards, 85 MTV Awards, eight World Music Awards, and 13 number-one singles on the Billboard 100, ... Read More

It happens to everyone and it can be a source of deep anxiety—they reach for their cellphone and discover their pocket is empty. If you feel lost and anxious without your cellphone, you are definitely not alone. A recent study found the widespread and almost obsessive reliance on cellphones among teens and young adults ... Read More

Individuals with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) relive a traumatic event long after the experience is over, finding it difficult to stop thinking about it and becoming consumed with fear that the trauma will happen again. As the cliché goes, a person with PTSD is "waiting for the shoe to drop" or expecting the ... Read More

First responders and police officers are expected to handle each situation they encounter on the job with professionalism and diligence. While they receive extensive training on how to care for injured or distressed individuals physically, many people are unaware of the mental health crisis training that frontline ... Read More

You might've noticed that a significant portion of the people who make you laugh for a living are also dealing with depression. Is there a connection between comedy and mental illness, or are these public figures just more visible and that's why the link between depression and comedy seems so strong? To understand the ... Read More

Being in a relationship with a partner who has a mental illness such as borderline personality disorder (BPD) can pose substantial challenges. A person with BPD may experience significant mood changes that affect their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. While the condition can vary and treatment can minimize BPD ... Read More

The COVID-19 pandemic has had lasting effects on the way society operates. One of the most notable changes is the shift to working from home for many individuals and digital social events via Zoom rather than in-person gatherings. While these changes allow people around the world to connect virtually, there are ... Read More