There are now over 200 classifications of mental illness, the most recent being “Burnout.” Mental illness comes in many forms. One in five adults in the United States (43.8 million per year) experience
Trauma or PTSD can be debilitating for many people, but fortunately a form of Somatic Therapy known as Somatic Experiencing Therapy has shown to be an effective way of overcoming the pain and
The worrying trend toward both prescribed and illegal opioid use in the United States requires serious action. As many as 130 people die every day in the U.S. due to overdosing on opioids,
There seems to be a never-ending list of street drug names. The Dab Drug, Wax, Shatter, or Butane Hash Oil (BHO) are the names of relatively new forms of smoking marijuana, and they
Neurotic behavior or neurosis is a term often used casually to describe a person who is overly vigilant or anxious. Like other words, for example “gay” (which was previously used to mean happy)
Alcohol withdrawal is just as dangerous as alcoholism. Alcoholics and their loved ones often mistake it for a simple side effect associated with recovery. Withdrawal is life-threatening for many alcoholics, and the immediate
It’s no secret that people use marijuana to cope with stress or depression, but unlike antidepressants, it can make matters worse over time. So many wonder after receiving a prescription medication, is it
Because mental health issues are so prevalent, it’s always an appropriate time to discover movies about mental illness that are available on Netflix, Amazon Prime, or streaming services. Many films are inherently moving.
Finding ways to increase GABA naturally to be less stressed out might be an alternative for some people, instead of using medications like benzodiazapines for anxiety. Sometimes it seems like there’s no end
People are often influenced by the rich and famous, and sadly that can mean normalizing their bad habits, like drug addiction. For this reason, it’s important to look for the positives and examine