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The Connection Between Sleep and Mental Health

Many people know sleep problems can be a symptom of mental illness, but not everyone realizes that sleep issues can also cause mood disorders. These two are so deeply intertwined it’s hard to know which one is to blame: – Sleep problems are more likely to affect patients with mental disorders– Sleep problems may increase … Read more

Overcoming the Stigma of Mental Illness

Unfortunately, stigmas against people suffering from mental illness are all too common. You may even judge yourself as someone fighting a mental disorder. There are two main types of discrimination you could see: Intentional – this could be someone making a negative remark about your illness or even your treatment. Unintentional – someone could avoid … Read more

Treatment for Mental Illness: 3 Options

Depression. Anxiety. Bipolar. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Mental disorders take many different forms, ranging in severity from individual to individual. Naturally, it makes sense that treatment for mental illness also comes in a variety of different forms. Which one is right for you? In this post you’ll learn the difference between … Read more

Helping a Friend with Mental Health Problems

You’re a good friend. And, like all good friends, it’s really hard for you to watch a person you care about struggle with depression, anxiety or any other mental illness. You want to help, but you aren’t sure how. Of course you don’t want to risk damaging your relationship, but you also don’t want to … Read more