Tag: mental illness
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10 Kind Ways to Help Destigmatize Mental Health Challenges
In a perfect world, the move to destigmatize mental health would be met with open arms. However, many people still have an old-fashioned mindset that someone who experiences mental health issues is weak. In fact, one in five adults in this country will experience a severe mental health crisis this year, according to the National…
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Psychologists Warn About 5 Harmful Trends in Diagnosing Mental Health Disorders
Mental health is one of the most important things people must take care of. Ironically, most times, people refrain from talking about mental health disorders. In fact, it remains relatively unexplored when compared to physical health. Even certified psychologists can misdiagnose people. There have been many scandals and discussions concerning mental health diagnoses throughout history.…
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4 Self-Care Tips from the Spouse of a Narcissist
When people hear that someone they just met is a narcissist, they’ll want to stay away from that person. Being a spouse of a narcissist isn’t easy. Few people want to associate with narcissists and with good cause. Dealing with such people is toxic, and it sucks the life out of you. But spotting narcissists…
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6 Causes of Body Dysmorphia to Never Ignore
When a person’s self-image is so negative, it can take a toll on their mental health. Body dysmorphia occurs when people are preoccupied with the idea that their physical appearance is flawed. Their negative fixation causes issues in their life, but they can reverse it. Body dysmorphia is a mental health condition that is difficult…
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15 Signs Someone Is Hiding Depression
You may feel like you know what’s going on in the lives of your close friends and family members. Even if you’re in constant conversations with these individuals, sometimes they may not be as forthcoming about everything happening inside their hearts and minds. It’s easy for people to bottle up things and try to push…
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12 Ways to Support a Friend with Mental Illness
Remember that classic song about having a little help from your friends? The beauty of friendship is mutual respect and having each other’s back. One of the most significant challenges can be supporting a friend with a mental illness. When you’re around family, friends, and co-workers, you learn their habits and ways of thinking. You…