Bipolar disorder is a lifelong mental health condition that's characterized by extreme mood swings. These mood swings include periods of deep depression and manic, high-energy periods. People with this condition also experience periods between these two extremes when they feel quite "normal," but various factors can ... Read More
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Should I Get an Emotional Support Animal?
From miniature pigs to ducks to marmosets, emotional support animals have become an accepted part of human society in the 21st century. Just a few decades ago, the term "emotional support animal" did not exist. Instead, it was common to see disabled individuals relying on assistant dogs (usually Labrador retrievers) to ... Read More
Chronic vs. Acute Night Terrors: Are They Treatable?
Waking up to a partner or child screaming and finding them thrashing under the covers can be very alarming. It's upsetting to see a loved one in distress, especially when there doesn't appear to be a clear cause or simple solution. While these episodes are rarely troubling to the person experiencing them firsthand, ... Read More
Sleepwalking, Nightmares, and Night Terrors— The Mental Health Connection
Sleep disorders involving night terrors, nightmares, and sleepwalking are clinically referred to as "parasomnias." A parasomnia interferes with non-REM and REM sleep by causing a person to awaken themselves with sometimes vigorous physical actions or verbal outbursts. While parasomnias are common, especially among ... Read More
Feeling Isolated by Anxiety? Try Interpersonal Learning.
The recent COVID-19 pandemic prompted a large amount of cases for anxiety and isolation. According to The Lancet, there were an additional 76.2 million cases of anxiety disorder in 2020 alone, and the issue isn't going away. COVID cases remain high, and those vulnerable due to age or preexisting health conditions face ... Read More
The Link Between Procrastination and Depression
When a person is suffering from depression, it can be difficult to simply get out of bed, never mind trying to complete tasks. People can lose interest in activities they normally enjoy, which can lead to procrastination in various areas of their lives. The link between depression and procrastination may cause an ... Read More
“Trauma-Informed Guilt Reduction” – What It Is and Does
The shadow of shame and guilt keeps many people from living a full life. Under the burden of guilt, shame, and moral injury, they're caught in a circular pattern of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms, depression, and suicidal ideation. In these cases, guilt therapy, shame-informed therapy, trauma reduction ... Read More
How the “Weight of the Badge” Affects First Responders’ Mental Health
"He swore that oath to protect and serve Pours his heart and soul into both those words Lays his life on the line The line he walks is razor fine Tempered strength is always tough But he ain't gonna buckle Under the weight of the badge" -George Strait, Weight of the Badge In a song that celebrates the ... Read More
