Life can offer us many challenges having to do with loss. When we are faced with relationship loss, financial loss, loss of health, loss of limb, loss of regard, or loss of love, we can feel overwhelmingly anxious, depressed and stressed. When the anxiety, depression and stress get too big, we may have a nervous breakdown that is, we become incapable of functioning in our everyday life and incapable of coping with our daily challenges.
Mental Illness Delaying Inner Peace
When a person goes through life living with mental illnesses, it often delays them from gaining inner peace. To all the mental ill patients in the world, I recommend you read all the FREE information available to you regarding your diagnoses, and learn to accept what you cannot change.
Sure, you are saying to your self easier said than done. Some of you might say this writer has no idea what she is talking about, or has no idea what I deal with in my mind. Wrong. I do hav…
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
Did you just come back from checking that the back door was locked? Will you be checking again in ten minutes? Will your session at the computer be interrupted at least twice to make sure that the back door is locked? If so, then you suffer from obsessive compulsive disorder.
Obsessive compulsive disorder may generate laughter in a skit on a television show, but for millions of people it is anything but funny. An obsession can range from something as mildly irritating as …
Can You Get Free Treatment For Bipolar Disorder?
Unable to afford medications or treatment for bipolar disorder? Consider participating in a clinical trial. This article contains information to help you decide if a clinical study may be the right solution for you.
Types of Schizophrenia
I know you have heard the term, but did you know there are various types of schizophrenia? This article provides a brief summary on the types of schizophrenia, but the link at the bottom of the page provides an in depth review.
The Truth about Mental llness
This article is about how mental illness is misunderstood by many. It defines this illness, and how recovery is still effective. A lot of myths are shared by people regarding this illness, and this article gives the real information behind the myths. Choice of words are appropriate for people dealing with this illness, and how readers can help in clearing up misconceptions about mental illnesses.
Seven Ways to Beat Insomnia
The article is about the simple techniques to battle with insomnia. Although there are a number of clinical treatments and medications for insomnia, it is still
Sexual Health and Society
Among the various possible topics for research and study in the world, sex seems to consistency be among the top contenders. The increasing interest in all sorts of sex-related topics in both the academic and artistic world has sometimes come under fire for being unhealthy or exploitative.
Going Cuckoo Over Sleep, Or The Lack Thereof
This article is about the connection of sleeping problems with mental illnesses. It briefly discusses the mechanics of sleep, its function, and characteristics. There are two general kinds of sleeping disorders connected to psychiatric conditions, these are insomnia and hypersomnia. The most commonly related psychiatric illnesses connected to sleeping problems are: general anxiety disorder, depression, adjustment disorder, and panic attacks.
Finding a Home for Those with Chronic Mental Illness
It’s not always clear what housing and care options are available or suitable for those with a chronic mental illness. Here is a guide….
How Is Your Anxiety Today?
Social Anxiety Disorder is characterized by severe anxiety about being judged by others or behaving in a way that might bring ridicule or embarrassment. This intense anxiety may lead to extreme shyness and avoidance of social situations. Physical symptoms associated with this disorder include faintness, heart palpitations, blushing and profuse sweating.
Anxiety disorders also include Specific Phobias, an intense and unreasonable fear of specific objects or situations, such as spiders, dogs, or heights. The disproportionate level of fear is recognized by the sufferer as being irrational. It can lead to the avoidance of common, everyday situations. Patients often have more than one anxiety disorder, and sometimes other illness as well such as depression or substance abuse.