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mental illness

How Mental Illness Affects Romantic Relationships

Nearly half of adults experience a mental illness at least once in their lifetime. Research and practical experience tell us that mental illness can cause a person to have decreased quality of life, decreased productivity and employment, and even impaired physical health. A mental illness—including post-traumatic stress disorder, major depressive

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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Are obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors interfering with your daily life? Explore the symptoms, treatment, and self-help for OCD. Read more at the helpguide.org

FYI_Admin April 28, 2020 Mental Health Read more

Mental Illness and Ramadan – a unique challenge

As Sofia partakes in fasting during Ramadan this year, her biggest challenge is far different from that of the majority of Muslims. “Most of my friends will be struggling with keeping their energy levels up, or making sure they pray

FYI_Admin April 28, 2020 Mental Health Read more

Depression in Men

What is male depression? As men, we like to think of ourselves as strong and in control of our emotions. When we feel hopeless or overwhelmed by despair we often deny it or try to cover it up. But depression

FYI_Admin March 31, 2020 Mental Health Read more

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Unipolar vs. Bipolar Depression – infographic

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FYI_Admin August 6, 2019 Article Archives, Mental Health Read more

Catastrophizing (How to Stop Expecting the Worst) – Video

  Catastrophizing is a common cognitive distortion that makes us anxious, depressed and unmotivated. It’s basically expecting the worst. When we expect the worst, we invite those things into our lives. In this video, I teach you how to recognize

FYI_Admin August 6, 2019 Article Archives, Mental Health Read more

What you need to know about self-harm

FYI_Admin July 16, 2018 Article Archives, Mental Health, Youth Read more

Anxiety Disorder – Get to know the facts

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FYI_Admin April 30, 2018 Article Archives, Mental Health Read more

How to be in a relationship with someone who has mental illness

Relationships are hard regardless of the two people involved. When one partner has mental illness there are specific challenges. As people living with mental illness, we want the same things that every human being wants: to be loved, valued, and

FYI_Admin January 8, 2018January 8, 2018 Article Archives, Marriage, Mental Health Read more
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