Articles related to "Mental Illnesses"

The House of Representatives passes a resolution to designate July as Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, focusing attention on the issue

Those who suffer from mental illnesses are often looked upon as victims of outside forces overwhich there was no control. In one sense this is true.

Mental Illness is much more pervasive in society that most people like to recognize. Traditionally a source of embarassment, people chose to hide from it.

Mental illness includes difficulty thinking, socializing, & functioning. Here are symptoms of psychological disorders such as depression or post traumatic stress.

The Victorian Era (1837-1901) was a time of change. One important change was in the treatment of mental illness.

It can be hard for those suffering from a mental illness, or their families, to know where to turn for help. The National Alliance on Mental Illness is changing that.

The history of mental illness reveals that there are a few ways we tend to intervene, ways that, over time, come and go. Who is served by these interventions?

Saphris is a drug approved by the FDA to treat patients with bipolar disorder.

Mental illnesses are conditions that disrupt people's moods, feelings, thinking, daily functioning and ability to relate to other people.

For decades mental illness has been discussed, studied, researched and tested. From this wisdom has come a variety of opinions and conceptions of the mentally ill.

Combating the stigma of mental illness begins with you.

Schizophrenia symptoms are often very difficult to deal with. It's a mental illness that can sometimes start out as childhood schizophrenia.

Australian Aborigines suffer far higher rates of mental illness than non-Indigenous peoples. But who is causing this crisis, and more importantly, who is measuring it?

According to various studies, anywhere from 20 to 50% of those diagnosed with a mental health disorder are affected by substance abuse.

Three out of every four persons suffer from some sort of mental illness. This can range from minor depression through schizophrenia. Is treatment available for everyone?

According to the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, 450 million people worldwide suffer from a mental illness. For many, a part of that suffering is shame.

In his latest book, Selfish Capitalism (Vermillion 2008), James continues his campaign against accelerating inequality and the misery it brings.

Animal hoarding is a mental illness which results in animal cruelty and abuse. Unfortunately, the hoarder is often unable to see the neglect being inflicted on their pets

Not every employee is squeaky clean. In fact, they can be worse than the boss.

In her novel, Miriam Toews creates characters who deal with mental illness, teenage angst and parenting as they drive across America in search of a family member.

Hoarding effects nearly 2 million Americans who are unable to remove the growing clutter from their homes. Research provides new understanding for the disorder.

There has to be comprehensive consideration of all aspects involved in provision of long term care planning and changing care requirements for dementia sufferers

A person in a wheelchair can be identified as disabled, but a psychiatric disability is not as obvious. At work, telling others you have a mental illness is up to you.

Since publishing his first critical book on psychiatry in 1961, The Myth of Mental Illness, Thomas Szasz has been viewed as troublesome, troubled, and for many, a hero.

Geriatric depression is a common condition in the elderly that causes a range of symptoms, including raising the risk of senior suicide.

Unemployment and under-employment is high among persons with mental health problems in Canada, including those that are able and want to work. Reducing stigma is the key.

Depressed? Anxious, having trouble concentrating, or with mood control? Before labeling these symptoms as psychiatric, consider testing for gluten sensitivity.

People who stockpile stuff in their homes may have more to deal with than a cluttered home. Hoarding can actually become a mental condition associated with anxiety.

As the computer age progresses, internet addiction is becoming more popular. This articles provides insight on internet addiction and how to overcome it.

Marijuana may not be good medicine if it triggers psychosis, hallucinations or psychotic illnesses later in life. Here's evidence of the link between pot & psychosis.

How can people with serious mental illnesses get back into the workforce? A number of community-based programs make the transition much more possible than ever before.

Employees who experience mental health conditions need not leave their jobs. Many simple changes can be made to the work environment to facilitate continued employment.

That mental illness can manifest as Extra Sensory Perception (ESP) is an observation worth further study.

Despite severe emotional problems, Isaiah Zagar has created 50,000 square feet of mosaic murals in his south Philadelphia neighborhood.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness fights for the rights of Americans suffering from mental illness.

Native American populations throughout the United States face special challenges in terms of education and employment opportunities.

Love her or hate her, Elizabeth Wurtzel's autobiographical novel became an instant global phenomenon on its release in 1994.

If you have recently been diagnosed with mental health issues, a recovery plan is a great way to get back on your feet and return to wellness.

William Styron, a highly successful professional shares his personal battle with severe depression.

Esther Greenwood desperately searches for purity in a world that is anything but pure. The disillusionment she suffers antagonizes her eventual mental collapse.

The Bell Jar was to be Sylvia Plath's last written outing. Hailed a classic, its a shame Plath didn't live long enough to enjoy its success.

Is there a connection between music and mental illness? Two documentary films about bands and musicians focus on the tumultuous lives of Roky Erickson and Anton Newcombe.

Sudoku has enthralled the world and spawned industries, but it may just be more reflective of everyday life than one would imagine.

Manic Depression is a mood disorder that is characterized by a period of depression followed by an episode of manic behavior. It's also termed Bipolar Disorder.

An initial diagnosis of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) can be both frightening and isolating. However, understanding the condition in more depth can really help.

General Christian prayers for psychiatric disorders guide and heal those with mental illness and their loved ones.

"Madness and Modernity" examines the interaction between mental illness, art, architecture, culture, literature and psychiatric practises in Vienna between 1890 and 1910.

Dr. Enoch Callaway's new book, "Asylum: A Mid-Century Madhouse", provides a rare glimpse inside the walls of the nation's first insane asylum.

Coping with depression means dealing with multiple symptoms and society's misconceptions of the mental illness. The mental disorder is more than just "feeling blue."

Homeless advocacy groups argue that a lack of affordable housing, mental illness, and poverty are the main reasons for homelessness.