How To Find Courage In Feelings Of Uncertainty
“I am thankful to all those who said no to me. It’s because of them I did it myself”__Albert Einstein Did you know that rain brings growth to more things…
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What is PBA? Understanding Complex Emotional Symptoms
Some time ago I had a discussion with an acquaintance involving the most perplexing, yet mysteriously interesting behavior. What had been a mystery for this family was revealed a month…
Coping With Your Loved One’s Delusions
Maintaining a relationship with a loved one who may be experiencing delusions is like walking on shaky ground. Every step you take could land you in an argument or adversarial position. Whether…
Facing A Crisis: Tips On Steps To Take
A crisis is usually defined as a severe situation in which events are expected to be dangerous or unstable. No one likes a crisis or situation in which life is…
Taking Psychiatric Medication: How To Help Your Loved One
The introduction of Thorazine, an antipsychotic medication, in the mid 1950s led to multiple changes in mental health including positive (increased levels of independence, reduced psychiatric stay, and control of…
Managing Stress While Job Searching: Families & Veterans
Stress is often high in families while job seeking for individuals returning from the military or suffering from severe mental illnesses. Google this topic and it becomes apparent just how…
Avoiding An Emotional Hangover: Picking Yourself Back Up
Have you ever noticed your emotions the day after a very stressful day running errands, meeting people, supporting family or friends, working, and meeting deadlines? Have you awakened wondering if…
Balancing The Argument Against Civil Commitment Laws
While surfing the web I read an article about the “uncivil” nature of civil commitment laws. Civil commitment is the legal process by which an individual with a severe mental…
Facts On ECT: Concerns With Shock Treatment
Electro-convulsive Therapy (ECT), termed shock therapy in the 1940s and 1950s, is a type of treatment used in cases of resistant or severe depression. It is often the last resort…
Reduced Inpatient Care And Challenges In Mental Health Treatment
De-institutionalization, the process of reducing long-term stay, has created much controversy in mental health. How do you feel about this historical event? Help or hindrance?