Watching someone you care about struggle with their mental health can be heartbreaking—and confusing. You might feel helpless or unsure of what to say. At American Behavioral Clinics, we understand the challenges families and friends face when a loved one is going through anxiety, depression, or other mental health issues. Here's how you can [...]
While many people look forward to spring, psychologists know that it is the season when some mental health challenges peak. Therefore, emergency rooms often fill up with people with mental health conditions, and doctors know they are more likely to see some conditions in the spring than at any other time. [...]
Gaslighting, a term derived from the 1938 play "Gas Light," has become increasingly relevant in discussions about emotional and psychological abuse. This manipulative tactic involves distorting reality to make victims question their perceptions, memories, and sanity. The effects of gaslighting are profound and can lead to long-lasting psychological damage. In this article, we will [...]
The holidays are ideal for spending time with family and friends and are seen as a joyous time of year. However, anxiety and depression are also especially common during the holidays, since planning trips, buying gifts and hosting get-togethers can be significantly stressful. Here are some ways to keep your mental health intact as [...]
Narcissistic Personality Disorder People with narcissistic personalities feel that they are superior to others. They often take great offense at the slightest criticism. These people tend to exploit others. If you know someone narcissistic, you may wonder if this is a learned behavior or if genetics plays a role. The answer is [...]
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, more than 20% of US adults live with a mental illness. That means mental illness is common. Anything so common should be viewed compassionately by our society, and you should never feel shame if a mental health challenge impacts you or someone you love.You [...]
Summer's events can generate diverse emotions. For some, those emotions may be intense, distracting or destructive. You can enjoy a happier summer by employing skills developed by dialectical behavior therapists. What Is Dialectical Behavior Therapy? Originally developed as a treatment for borderline personality disorder, this type of therapy that's also known [...]
Earlier this year, a team of researchers in Switzerland shared their peer-reviewed insights regarding the effects of social comparison via Instagram on users' mental health. You can access the team's full journal article through ScienceDirect. According to the paper's authors, "The effects of depressive symptoms and social comparisons lead to a [...]
Dr. Jay Winston - Top Psychiatrist in Milwaukee Magazine Psychiatry is a branch of medicine focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. Overall, psychiatry is a vital medical specialty that addresses the complex interplay between biological, psychological, and social [...]
Research shows that people who are night owls and early birds suffer from different mental health issues because their circadian rhythm differs. Research has shown that depression, bipolar disease, anxiety and schizophrenia are all affected by the circadian rhythm. Scientific studies have proven that people who get up and go in [...]
