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Hoarding is a complex and often misunderstood condition that goes beyond mere clutter. It can have profound consequences for various aspects of one's life, from physical and mental well-being to relationships and the overall functionality of living spaces. Acknowledging the negative effects of hoarding is crucial, as it serves as a powerful motivation for change.

Hoarders often find themselves trapped in a world cluttered with possessions, struggling to let go of items that hold sentimental value or offer a sense of security. While hoarding disorder is a complex condition with various underlying causes, it is essential to comprehend the mental stages that individuals may undergo on their path to becoming hoarders. By shedding light on these stages, we can increase awareness and understanding of this condition, paving the way for compassion and support.

Two of the same woman whispering to one another.Photo byCanva. Self-talk, or the way we talk to ourselves internally, serves various purposes and can be categorized into positive or negative. It plays a significant role in our emotions, behaviors, and overall mental well-being. Let's explore why some people engage in self-talk and its potential impact on mental health.

When is it okay for a father to blatantly ignore his daughter’s birthday?. It’s never okay. It’s shameful to deny your child's existence. What if the grown child has a personality disorder and Asperger's Syndrome?

*This is a work of nonfiction based on actual events I experienced firsthand; used with permission. This is something that I thought I would never write. I dare not even speak about this to anyone or think it to myself. Of all the things that I’ve experienced, nothing has ever scared me like the woman in the window. Even as I type this, I can feel my heart beating faster.

*This is a work of nonfiction based on actual events I experienced firsthand; used with permission. Have you ever given a second thought to that little voice in your head? You know that voice that tells you if something is right or wrong. That voice that verbalizes your thoughts and ideas. Have you ever taken the time to think about that voice that has always been there?

*This is a work of nonfiction based on actual events I experienced firsthand; used with permission. I’ve never been shy about sharing my experiences since my diagnoses a few years ago. For me, I’m not really sharing life with a mental illness, I am sharing my life with those who are interested because there’s now a word for the way I am. No one seemed interested in my hallucinations, mood changes, lack of empathy or anything in between, until I could provide a buzzword for it.

*This is a work of nonfiction that was witnessed or experienced by myself and others. Everything you read has been written with permission and based on real life situations. Breaking News Editorial - Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

DC Comics has thrilled fans in recent years with a plethora of films featuring their favorite superheroes. The heroes are often seen as being infallible, and their villains beyond reform.

Although substance use disorders and mental health disorders can occur independently, some individuals experience both simultaneously. Prolonged drug or alcohol use can disrupt the brain's chemical balance, leading to mental illness. Conversely, individuals with severe mental health disorders often turn to substance abuse as a form of self-medication, which can result in addiction. Recognizing co-occurring disorders and providing appropriate care are essential for enhancing the individual's quality of life and equipping them with the necessary support and coping techniques for their symptoms.

With May being Mental Health Awareness Month, Pop Drinks is taking initiative to bring mental health into the conversation with their campaign, “Pop the Stigma.”. Pop Drinks has made several new mental health awareness stickers, introduced a green tumbler, and helped customers make donations to the National Alliance on Mental Illness.

Alvin Taylor was a traveling nightclub performer and admitted to murdering four people between 1985-1988. He was found not guilty by reason of mental disease/defect and is institutionalized at Mendota Mental Health Institute.

(Denver, Colo.) Beginning July 1, trauma-informed transportation providers will shuttle state Medicaid recipients having mental health emergencies to psychiatric care or drug and alcohol treatment, free.

Three tips to overcome the shame caused by mental illness. A friend asks if I’m okay. I pause, purse my lips, and contemplate my reply. In a million ways, I’m not okay, but will my friend understand? It’s always a tightrope walk between the truth and what a listener can handle.

For a few months, I have been feeling overwhelmed. I think it is because I had too much going on without enough emotional reserves. Being bipolar doesn’t make being overwhelmed any better, either. Being overwhelmed can trigger depression, which then sets me up for yo-yo swinging emotionally. So, I’ve been thinking about how you deal with being overwhelmed before it gets unmanageable.

One study shows cognitive impairment is an essential feature of bipolar disorder episodes. Expressly, it confirms a sense of fuzzy thinking before the onset of symptoms. As someone with bipolar disorder myself, I argue that this accumulating evidence of mental illness as a cognitive phenomenon challenges the very idea of it being a dysfunction, but instead is a neurobiological difference.

Mental health is a crucial aspect of overall well-being, and it's essential to address any issues that arise. But is mental health really a problem in America? The answer is yes. Mental health is a growing concern in the United States, affecting millions of people each year.

Florida Governor Ron Desantis tweeted a message of support for Daniel Penny, the former marine charged with manslaughter for the death of Jordan Neely, a mentally ill homeless man allegedly menacing the other riders on a New York City subway.

July 8, 2022, Jessica Rhea Ford jumped to her death on the chairlift at Anakeesta in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. It was reported that she waited until the chairlift was at its peak when she lifted the security bar and jumped, which resulted in her death; Jessica was 40 years old—and suffered from delusional disorder.

To Bring Awareness to the community, Monument Circle will be lit up Green this week from May 10 thru May 16th, 2023, in fact over 100 buildings across the nation are participating in bringing awareness to the forefront by lighting up green.