Humans are impulsive creatures by nature. In some cases, those impulses let the individual take hold of an opportunity that may otherwise pass them by. Impulses can even be life-saving, letting the individual act quickly to get out of a dangerous situation. On the flipside, impulses can lead to damaged relationships, ... 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 Stress Becomes Depression: The Warning Signs Most People Miss
High-Functioning PTSD: Signs You’re Struggling (Even When Life Looks Fine)
Impulse Control Disorders – What Are They?
Genetic Predispositions: The Surprising Factors That Increase Your Mental Health Issues
Who Is at Risk for Mental Illness? Mental illness is a biopsychosocial disease with a strong genetic component. If a parent, sibling or grandparent is diagnosed with a mental illness, the likelihood of developing the same or similar kind of mental illness does increase. Although the exact etiology of mental illness ... Read More
6 Most Realistic Depictions of Depression in Movies
According to the World Health Organization, depression affects more than 264 million people worldwide. In the United States, it affects about 7.1% of the adult population. Although movies are meant to entertain, they also play an important role in educating viewers. The following movies about depression help audience ... Read More
Living with ADD & ADHD
In the United States, more than 6.1 million children have been diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, according to the CDC. The National Institute of Mental Health also reports that 4.4% of adults between the ages of 18 and 44 are living with ADHD. Many more adults and children have ADHD symptoms but ... Read More
5 Myths About Mental Illness That Some Christians Believe
Mental illnesses such as depression have been documented and studied for over 2,000 years. While today's understanding of mental disorders is far more robust and accurate than early theories, some outdated ideas are still echoed in certain circles, such as the belief that conditions such as depression result from ... Read More
6 Famous Writers with Mental Health Issues
Brilliant creativity often comes with turmoil, and many artists claim they do their best work when they're struggling mental health-wise. Probably the most well-known example of this is Vincent van Gogh, who cut off his left ear while arguing with fellow artist Paul Gauguin. Today, it's widely accepted that Van Gogh ... Read More
How Fears of Abandonment May Mask Borderline Personality Disorder
Updated January 9, 2025 BPD brings many challenges, especially the fear of abandonment. This fear can disrupt emotional stability and affect decision-making, particularly in relationships. It can strain connections, causing turmoil for both the person with BPD and those close to them. To learn how to support ... Read More
PSTD and Its Impact on Parenting
Parenting is stressful even under perfect circumstances. It becomes even more stressful to the family unit when the parent suffers from mental health issues such as PTSD. Growing up with a parent that suffers from PTSD can be equally if not more harrowing because of the negative impact it can have on the emotional ... Read More
