When people think of therapy, talk therapy is often the first thing that comes to mind. On the other hand, experiential therapy involves immersing yourself in a more physical experience through movement, action, and activity. So what is experiential family therapy, and how can it help you and your loved ones? This post explains. What…
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Ongoing sadness, lack of enthusiasm, and disinterest in your day-to-day activities are signs of depression. The mood disorder can vary from mild to severe and lead to negative thoughts, actions, or feelings that impair your life. But is depression a risk factor for suicide? While depression can be a risk factor for suicide, not everyone…
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Living with an eating disorder isn’t easy. You may feel guilt, shame, or even emotional numbness. It’s not uncommon to feel disconnected from your thoughts and feelings. This disconnect can lead to a cycle of harmful behaviors like purging, binging, or not eating at all. One way to get in tune with your detached emotions…
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People have difficulties in their lives, whether it’s bullying, losing a loved one, or witnessing violence. Without help and support, these traumatic events can negatively affect a person’s physical and emotional well-being. When these events happen to a child, they can have lasting negative effects. Understanding the risk factors for adverse childhood experiences lets you…
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For a person with mental illness, it can seem like there is no light in the future. Simply existing and completing daily tasks is difficult. You wonder what it will take for life to be what you think is “normal” for others. And you ask yourself, “Is mental illness curable?” Knowing the answer to this…
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Experiencing anxiety now and then is part of life. But anxiety shouldn’t have an ongoing negative effect on your life or prevent you from functioning day-to-day. Anxiety disorders are the leading mental health diagnosis in the United States. For many sufferers, anxiety can lead to anxiety attacks. What causes anxiety and anxiety attacks vary. Certain…
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Anxiety is a natural reaction to stress and can even be beneficial in some situations. It alerts people to danger and can help them prepare and pay attention. But for some people, anxiety becomes so overwhelming that it decreases their quality of life. That’s when it becomes one of the common anxiety disorders described below.…
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People with personality disorders can exhibit a spectrum of behaviors. If you or someone you love has a personality disorder, you wonder, “Are personality disorders genetic?” After all, you would want to know if the illness can pass from one generation to the next. Genetics plays a role in personality disorders, but there is a…
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What does PTSD do to a person? It keeps them from functioning, even after they survive what’s likely the worst thing that will ever happen to them. After recovering from a car accident, Robert stopped driving altogether. He can’t even sit in his car without feeling like the wreck is happening all over again. Starting…
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Depression and anxiety are the most common mental health disorders in the U.S. With 32.8% of adults reporting depression in 2021, the number of people seeking depression treatment is at an all-time high. If you or a loved one are feeling more than blue, you aren’t alone. This post can help you understand more about…
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