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
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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Managing the Fear of Loss or Grief
Fatherhood’s Impact on Mental Health
How a Parent’s PTSD Affects Children and the Family
How First Responders Train to Intervene in Mental Health Crises
Crisis intervention training for first responders is essential to enable them to serve the public and to maintain their own personal mental health. First responders and police officers are expected to handle each situation they encounter on the job with professionalism and diligence. While they receive extensive ... Read More
Why Are So Many Comedians Depressed or Have Mental Illness?
Many people who earn a living making us laugh also struggle with depression. Or, so it seems. That begs the questison: Is there a connection between comedians and mental illness, or, does the visibility of these public figures only make it seem like there is? We'll explore this question in greater depth, as well as ... Read More
When to Leave Someone with BPD (Borderline Personality Disorder)
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
5 Mental Health Benefits of Laughter
Laughter is good for you–and that's no joke! Most of us have heard the saying that "laughter is the best medicine," but not everyone is aware that scientific evidence supports that theory. According to research, laughter is good for both the mind and body. If you've ever experienced a long, deep belly laugh, you likely ... Read More
How Bipolar Disorder Can Present in Relationships
Bipolar disorder is a challenging mental health condition to have, let alone while navigating both bipolar disorder and relationships. This can have a profound impact on both partners involved. If you suspect you or your partner may be living with bipolar disorder, it is important to learn how to address this mental ... Read More
Is Bipolar Disorder Genetic?
In 2008, The New York Times published the "Modern Love" essay "Take Me As I Am, Whoever I Am." This piece was written by Terri Cheney, an entertainment lawyer at the time, who described her experience with bipolar disorder as being "in a constant state of becoming someone else." Her essay paints vivid scenes of her ... Read More
What May Be Signs of PTSD in Children?
All children experience stressful events that shape their views of themselves, others, and the world in general. In most cases, they recover quickly without ongoing mental health problems. However, sometimes, children who experience extreme stress may be affected long-term. Those who've lived through an event that ... Read More
