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Running Away from Problems

Is it Bad To Run Away From Your Problems? If you find you are always running away from problems, maybe it’s time to brush up on your coping skills. Life can come at us pretty hard sometimes. A challenge here and a problem there can pile…

Struggling with Mental Pain

Mental Health

When you are struggling with mental pain you would do anything to feel better. Learn about the good ways to manage mental pain, and the not-so-good ways. It’s one thing to feel a bit out of sorts. Maybe you’re dealing with a bout of the…

OCD Residential Treatment

Anxiety, Mental Health, Treatment

The pandemic has been very trying for people with OCD. But there’s help. For people who struggle with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), the past 18 months have been tough. Many people with OCD have major issues with germs, so it is easy…

What is a Voluntary Psychiatric Hold?

Mental Health, Treatment

When a mental health condition becomes urgent, you can admit yourself for a psychiatric hold. Sometimes a person who struggles with a mental health disorder on a daily basis will find their symptoms worsen. A mental health issue becomes a crisis…

Narcissistic Abuse Cycle

Treatment

Learn about narcissism and see if you are caught in the cycle of abuse. We are supposed to feel happy and good about ourselves when we are in a relationship. In a healthy one, this is the case. But if you are caught in the net of a narcissist…

When is Psychiatric Residential Treatment Needed?

Mental Health, Treatment

Inpatient treatment provides the right level of care for mental illness. How do you know when you have crossed that line into a serious mental health condition? When do you need more intensive treatment than what your local doctor can provide?…

What are the First Symptoms of Schizophrenia?

Mental Health, Treatment

Early Symptoms of Schizophrenia Can Lead You to Obtain Early Treatment Each year nearly 3 million people are diagnosed with schizophrenia. This complex mental illness features a break from reality, making living with it very taxing. The symptoms…

How to Use Grounding Techniques During Anxiety Inducing Events

Anxiety, Mental Health, Treatment

Learn about grounding, a technique used to help reduce stress and anxiety Stress is part of our daily reality. No one gets to avoid stress, but there are some ways to help reduce its effects. For people who struggle with anxiety, learning some…

Overcoming Mental Exhaustion

Anxiety, Mental Health, Panic Disorder, Treatment

Learn the signs of mental exhaustion and how to fight through it. Life can sling many arrows at us, and sometimes it does so all at once. With each problem or setback we may feel stress, worry, and emotional pain. Over time, as these problems…

Residential Treatment an Alternative to Psych Ward

Mental Health, Treatment

When someone you love experiences a serious mental health crisis it may be difficult to know which treatment setting is right for their psychological needs. Family members want to ensure that their loved one receives the very best of care, although…