Traditional psychotherapy (or talk therapy) can be extremely valuable for adults who have been struggling with anxiety, PTSD, and other mental or behavioral health concerns. Many patients also benefit from participating in holistic services such as meditation, mindfulness, and yoga. In recent years, a holistic service known as vibroacoustic therapy has also proved to be an effective element of care....

Suicide is a prevalent and growing problem in the United States and many other nations. Every year in November, International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is an opportunity to promote awareness and offer support to those who have lost loved ones. What Is International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day? International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day (which is also sometimes referred...

As difficult as life can often be, external challenges aren’t the only factors that affect our ability to be successful. Many people place additional obstacles in their own path (often without realizing it) by self-sabotaging. What is Self-Sabotaging? Self-sabotage occurs when a person’s decisions or behaviors undermine their own progress, prevent them from achieving a goal, or diminish their likelihood...

Temper tantrums are common parts of the developmental process among toddlers and children. But when an adult has an uncontrolled emotional outburst, this could be a sign of a serious medical or mental health concern. What is an Uncontrolled Emotional Outburst? An uncontrolled emotional outburst is a sudden and dramatic display of one’s thoughts and feelings. Uncontrolled emotional outbursts typically...

Bipolar disorder is a complex mental illness that is characterized by dramatic shifts in mood, confidence, attitude, and energy. Some people who have this disorder also develop bipolar psychosis, a condition that can make it difficult for them to perceive their environment and interact with others. What is Bipolar Psychosis? As established in the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and...

If you have an anxiety disorder, simply thinking good thoughts won’t be enough to completely eradicate the symptoms you have been experiencing. But positive affirmations for anxiety can absolutely help you view your day-to-day challenges from a healthier perspective, respond to moments of distress in a more productive manner, and incorporate hope and gratitude into all aspects of your life. ...

For some people, depression is debilitating. For others, the disorder significantly diminishes their quality of life, but it doesn’t prevent them from going to work, attending school, and otherwise living what can appear to be a full and productive life. People in this second category are often referred to as having high-functioning depression symptoms. What is High-Functioning Depression? High-functioning depression...

Why do people cut themselves, burn themselves, or otherwise cause potentially irreversible harm to their own bodies? Self-injury is a dangerous maladaptive behavior that is often a sign of serious psychological distress. But when someone gets the help they need, they can overcome their self-defeating urges and pursue a much healthier future. What is Self-Injury? Self-injury, which is also referred...

Suicide is a prevalent problem that affects individuals of all ages, genders, economic levels, and ethnic backgrounds. National Suicide Prevention Week is one of several initiatives that use education and awareness to reverse rising rates of suicide in the United States. When is Suicide Prevention Week? National Suicide Prevention Week, is one of three coordinated observances that are sponsored by...

You’ve heard of depression. You’ve heard of bipolar disorder. But lately, you’ve become aware of something called bipolar depression. Is this a legitimate mental health condition? If so, what is it like to live with bipolar depression? And, perhaps most important of all, can it be treated? What is Bipolar Depression? If you look through the fifth edition of the...