“The world thought I was shiny, but inside I knew I was black and dark.” “I live with depression,” wrote Lauren Burke in a letter to Forbes magazine in 2016. “I know I’m not alone in the entrepreneur world and am really sick of all the stigma that comes with it [and] all the people […]
Mediterranean diet has proven to be successful at reducing the onset and extent of depression. Whenever the subject of mental health, specifically the treatment of Bipolar Mood Disorder, is discussed, an emphasis is placed on the dual approach of medication and regular ongoing therapy. While it is undoubtedly the most effective approach to treatment that […]
Being overwhelmed and confused by how the illness manifests is normal. Bipolar Mood Disorder invariably takes an immense toll on those who suffer from the illness. It can lead to significant elevations in feelings of distress and anxiety, as well as feelings of worthlessness that are inevitably accompanied by thoughts about suicide. However, it is […]
The exact cause of bipolar disorder isn’t known, but a combination of genetics, environment and altered brain structure and chemistry may play a role. Formerly known as Manic Depression, Bipolar Mood Disorder is a debilitating psychiatric illness, or condition, that occurs in the brain and results in drastic fluctuations in mood. It is inevitable that […]
People with Bipolar disorder experience high and low moods, however these moods are different from the everyday fluctuations we all experience. Good days and bad days are a perfectly normal part of life. Navigating the everyday challenges of life can be exhausting, and associated stress inevitably takes a toll on our emotional well-being. As such, […]
The greatest success I have achieved in my life is the simple wellness I now enjoy. When I was a young child, I experienced trauma due to witnessing domestic abuse in my home. This caused me to harbour feelings of sadness, which then evolved into clinical depression by the time I was eleven years old. […]
They need to be accurate in their observations to prescribe effective medications. The behaviours of a person experiencing schizophrenia can be distressing for family members and friends to observe. It can also be difficult for onlookers to describe specific behaviours, so consulting professional help is most beneficial. A mental health provider can determine the specific […]
Schizophrenia is not a life-sentence – recovery is possible especially with your support. Schizophrenia is a difficult condition to live with, and it is important for people to understand how to best assist them. Proper engagement helps to ease the burden off of patients and also possibly yield better outcomes. Below is a list of […]
Although the precise cause of schizophrenia isn’t known, certain factors seem to increase the risk of developing or triggering schizophrenia. Schizophrenia is a mental health condition that is characterized by experiences that remove one from reality regarding both thought content and perceptions. Schizophrenia affects 1 in every 100 people in Australia, with the condition typically manifesting in one’s […]
Schizophrenia often involves a variety of symptoms, but not one involves multiple personalities. Among the general populace, schizophrenia is a widely misunderstood mental health condition. A predominant misconception is that schizophrenia is synonymous with having multiple personalities. The myth likely originated from the word “schizo” meaning “split.” However, in the case of schizophrenia, the “split” […]