Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease: A Closer Look at Memory Loss

Have you ever forgotten where you put your keys or blanked on a friend’s name? It happens to all of us from time to time. But for some people, these memory slips become more frequent and severe, and it’s not just a sign of getting older. It could be a symptom of a condition called …

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Mental Health and Mindfulness

Mental Health and Mindfulness In an increasingly fast-paced world, the significance of mental health has garnered well-deserved attention. One powerful tool that has emerged in recent years to promote mental well-being is mindfulness. Mindfulness has become a cornerstone of holistic mental health practices. This article delves into the profound connection between mindfulness and mental health, …

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Shedding Light on Schizophrenia: Increasing Awareness and Understanding

Schizophrenia is a complex and often misunderstood mental disorder that affects millions of individuals worldwide. Despite its prevalence, there is a significant lack of awareness and understanding surrounding this condition. In this blog, we aim to raise awareness about schizophrenia, debunk common misconceptions, and provide insights into the challenges faced by individuals living with schizophrenia. …

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Discerning the Difference- Bipolar Disorder and Depression

Bipolar disorder is often confused with depression mainly because it includes depressive episodes. They have other similarities that can muddy the water and cause further confusion. Discerning the difference between bipolar disorder and depression starts with understanding each’s symptoms. Bipolar and Depression Symptoms The main difference between the two is that bipolar refers to opposite …

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Supporting Someone with Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a challenging brain disorder that affects how a person acts, thinks, and sees the world. It often makes it difficult to think clearly, regulate emotions, distinguish reality, and relate to others. If you have a loved one with schizophrenia, supporting them can make a huge difference by helping them find the right treatment, …

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Shattering the Schizophrenia Stigma

As with any challenge we face in life, the support of loved ones, faith, and community aids in successfully navigating the path to resolution and healing. When it comes to mental health issues like schizophrenia, deep-rooted misinformation and stigma can isolate and shame individuals. In many cases, it’s unintentional, and sometimes it’s not. By shattering …

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Supporting Your Teen with Anxiety

Given all the academic and social pressures teens face, it’s normal to experience anxiety at times. Anxiety is our body’s way of dealing with stress. The brain responds by increasing your heart rate and you may sweat and feel uneasy or anxious. For approximately 25% of teens, these symptoms go beyond the typical and begin …

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Long Term Effects of Untreated Mental Illness

Deciding whether to get treatment for a medical issue isn’t always a luxury you want to extend. For instance, a tiny cut that barely draws blood doesn’t call for an ER visit. But antibiotic cream and band-aids won’t help everything. Mental health illnesses like depression are often attributed to a bad patch, temporary stress at …

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Breaking the Silence of Depression

Depression is ranked as one of the most disabling diseases in the world. In the U.S. alone, major depressive disorder (MDD) affects more than 16 million adults. With treatment, around 70% of those with clinical depression can improve, often in a matter of weeks. Despite this, about two-thirds of those with depression never seek treatment. Without …

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The Sad Truth About COVID-19 and Schizophrenia

As the World Health Organization (WHO) and governments scramble to flatten the curve of COVID-19, a one-size-fits-all approach has been taken with the general populace. For those in certain marginalized groups such as individuals with schizophrenia and other related disorders, these strategies may be less effective. Schizophrenia can be unpredictable in the best of times, …

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DEPRESSION

Depression Makes Everyday Tasks Difficult. Research studies for treatment-resistant depression and/or major depressive disorder may help. 

Schizophrenia

Living with schizophrenia? You don’t have to suffer in silence. Explore a clinical trial for adults with schizophrenia.

Panic Disorder

Panic disorder is a type of anxiety disorder characterized by recurring and unexpected episodes of intense fear, known as panic attacks.