Christmas time is here! While this is a season of joy and gladness for many, it can be a difficult time for some. And the older we get, the more…
While many people look forward to the busy schedule of glitzy holiday parties and get-togethers, for those with social anxiety it can be a season of difficult situations. If you…
A staggering 43.8 million people in America have a diagnosable mental illness, according to a 2013 survey from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The survey shows…
Maintaining your sobriety during a high pressure season can be challenging, but it is not impossible. You can enjoy a successful season with a little forethought, planning and help from…
The months of November and December make many demands on everyone. There are more social obligations, more stressors, more late nights and more perceived expectations. It can be enough to…
The statin drugs used to lower cholesterol are now the most commonly prescribed medications in America. But right behind them are antidepressants. Doctors wrote 254 million prescriptions for antidepressants last…
Suicide is an important public health issue. It is something that affects most of us in some way. According to the World Health Organization, 1 million individuals worldwide end their…
As the winter holidays approach, parents with a child who has attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may feel a bit apprehensive. Family travel, family gatherings and a general sense of…
Every relationship requires some personal investment. Usually, the greater the investment, the stronger the relationship. When the other person has a mental illness it requires some specific kinds of investment…
It’s been estimated that 20 percent of kids have an undiagnosed mental illness. Yet the number of kids receiving treatment for a mental illness is not that high. That means…