Mental health and physical health are deeply connected. When a person is experiencing mental illness, it can manifest physically in a variety of ways. Therefore, side effects of mental illness often include physical ailments of the body. It’s important to know how mental illness affects the body. Some common physical side effects of mental illness…
The holiday season is one of the busiest and most popular times of the year. We pack our schedules from Thanksgiving through New Year’s with decorating, shopping, cooking, parties, travel, and family and friends. While this time of year is enjoyable for many, the busyness and stress associated with the holidays can take a toll…
Seasonal depression is something thousands of people deal with each year, particularly in the winter months. Changes in what’s happening around you during this time may make underlying mental health problems a genuine and worrisome situation. Getting mental health treatment may be the best course of action. If you or a loved one is struggling…
Depression is one of the most common and severe chronic mental health disorders. While depression impacts millions of people of all ages, it remains misunderstood and stigmatized, contributing to barriers to treatment. There are various types of clinical depression, the symptoms of which can devastate all areas of a person’s life. Untreated clinical depression worsens…
Depression is often misused to describe typical periods of sadness we experience when going through difficult situations. Because so many people equate depression with episodic sadness, the severity of the disorder remains highly misunderstood. Clinical depression, in its many forms, is pervasive, impacting all areas of a person’s life. When left untreated, clinical depression typically…
Seasonal depression is a subtype of major depressive disorder (MMD) that has a seasonal onset. While some people experience seasonal depression during the spring and summer, it is more common in the fall and winter. Seasonal depression is different from the winter blues, a mild form of depression specific to the period between Thanksgiving and…
Seasonal depression, also known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD), is depression that gets triggered by the changing seasons. SAD typically has an onset in the fall when the days are shorter and darker, and the weather makes it more difficult to spend time outdoors. Seasonal depression usually gets worse over the winter months and resolves…
Major depression is a severe mental health disorder marked by a perpetual depressed mood, diminished interest in activities, and impaired daily functioning. Treating depression involves a combination of psychotherapy and medications. Most people are aware of the emotional symptoms of depression, but depression has physical symptoms as well. Many people, including doctors, often miss the…
According to estimates, nearly one in five adults in the United States is suffering from a mental health disorder at any given time. Of the millions affected, roughly half will never receive treatment. For those who seek treatment, the different levels of care and types of programs to choose from can make selecting the best…
Mental health encompasses our psychological, social, and emotional well-being. It affects our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and factors into how we relate to others, handle stressful situations, and make decisions. When our mental health suffers, it can negatively impact all areas of our lives. Mental health disorders are common, affecting millions of people every day.…