Added By Harmony Hills Harmony Hills Published: July 24, 2023 Updated: July 11, 2023 A narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is a serious mental health condition characterized by an increased sense of self-importance, a constant need for attention and admiration, and a distinct lack of empathy. Such individuals may appear selfish and superficial on the outside,…
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Added By Harmony Hills Harmony Hills Published: July 20, 2023 Updated: July 11, 2023 The family can play a crucial role in the recovery of a person from mental illness. The benefits of family support groups include educating family members on various aspects of mental health and training them to provide more effective support. If…
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Added By Harmony Hills Harmony Hills Published: July 17, 2023 Updated: July 10, 2023 Schizophrenia is a serious mental health condition characterized by hallucinations, delusions, erratic behavior, and disorganized thinking. The symptoms can sometimes be so severe that the person may struggle with daily tasks and pose a danger to themselves or others. Obtaining the…
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Added By Harmony Hills Harmony Hills Published: July 13, 2023 Updated: September 7, 2023 Certain mental illnesses can impair a person’s normal functioning and cognitive abilities. Unable to protect themselves, they may require full-time care and someone else to manage their personal needs. In such cases, obtaining the guardianship of an incapacitated adult can empower…
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Added By Harmony Hills Harmony Hills Published: July 11, 2023 Updated: July 10, 2023 Mental illness can affect every aspect of an individual’s life, including their day-to-day functioning. At times, the symptoms may be so severe that they may be unable to care for themselves. In such cases, a mental health guardianship or conservatorship may…
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Added By Harmony Hills Harmony Hills Published: June 5, 2023 Updated: May 23, 2023 Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) are both evidence-based forms of therapy that have been found to be effective in treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety and depression. While both approaches are based on the…
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Added By Harmony Hills Harmony Hills Published: June 1, 2023 Updated: May 23, 2023 While a stigma remains, mental health care becomes more accepted daily. Many understand the importance of caring for your mental health and how it can be just as important as physical health. Mental health care services are available for those who…
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Added By Harmony Hills Harmony Hills Published: May 22, 2023 Updated: May 2, 2023 Members of our nation’s military and their families live very different lives than their civilian counterparts. The unique demands and challenges of military service and the culture of military life create a lifestyle that seems foreign to civilians and includes stressors…
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Added By Harmony Hills Harmony Hills Published: May 19, 2023 Updated: May 25, 2023 Family is our first social group in life and heavily influences how we develop and who we become. Family therapy is a treatment designed to help families deal with issues that impact how the family functions and the mental health of…
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Added By Harmony Hills Harmony Hills Published: May 18, 2023 Updated: September 7, 2023 Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) was the first 12-step therapy program, founded in 1935. Since then, 12-step programs have helped millions of people worldwide manage and maintain their sobriety. AA was created to help those suffering from alcohol addiction. Because of the approach’s…
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