Panic disorders are more common than most people realize. A study from Harvard Medical School estimated that 4.7% of adults in the United States experience a panic disorder at some point in their lives. The commonality of panic disorders, although...
When you experience anxiety, it can feel impossible to explain. You want to let others know how you're feeling but aren't sure how to articulate it. You might worry that they'll judge you or misunderstand you when you just want support. It doesn't...
Feeling a surge of nerves before a big presentation or a knot of worry about a looming deadline is a universal human experience. This everyday anxiety is a normal, even helpful, part of life that signals us to pay attention and prepare for...
An anxiety attack or panic attack is a brief experience of intense fear or anxiety. It can be overwhelming and often feels like it is happening for much longer than it is. Anxiety attacks are also much more common than many people realize. About...
While many of us are familiar with the term depression, most individuals do not fully understand the severity of the disorder. When you hear that a peer is struggling with depression, you may want to help but don't know where to begin. To best...
Burnout is a common occurrence throughout recovery. Many of the signs of burnout can be similar to the symptoms of depression. Determining if you are depressed or burnt out can significantly impact your treatment plan. Signs of Burnout There are a...
You may not be able to “see” mental illness, but it still hurts people and their loved ones. Like any other disease, they need love, support, and understanding. Additionally, mental illness is painfully misunderstood. However, like many other...
Whether you seek treatment for addiction or a mental illness, it is crucial to be your own advocate. Advocating for yourself encourages your growth and progress, it ensures your health and well-being. Yes, doctors have knowledge and degrees, but...
Bipolar disorder is not what you see in movies and on television. It is a serious mental disorder with unusual and intense shifts in energy, concentration, and functioning. Even with growing research on the subject, it is still difficult to...
When self-medicating, it can be anything from taking over-the-counter cold medicine to drinking alcohol or using illegal drugs to treat some sort of unpleasant symptom. Anything you take without a doctor’s orders is considered self-medicating, even...
