All You Need to Know About High-Functioning Schizophrenia
High functioning schizophrenia occurs when an individual that has been diagnosed is still able to carry out daily functions the same as someone without a diagnosis. Schizophrenia itself is a varied psychiatric condition that differs from person to person. Due to this, high functioning schizophrenia will look differently for each individual. What may be high […]
How to Heal Childhood Trauma: Best Treatment Options
Childhood trauma can leave lasting imprints that surface in adulthood in various ways. This trauma may stem from physical, emotional, or sexual abuse, or from significant events like the loss of a parent or close family member. These early experiences can result in physical, emotional, and social challenges that persist throughout one’s adult life. The […]
Complex PTSD Symptoms: What to Look For
Post traumatic stress disorder is better known as PTSD, and can develop in individuals who have gone through a sudden, frightening, or life-threatening event that leaves a lasting impact. It can affect those who directly experience or witness such events. Research has shown that about 60% of men and 50% of women will experience at […]
Who is Qualified to Give an Autism Diagnosis?
Anyone cannot just diagnose autism. Diagnosing this complex behavioral disorder requires an expert. Experts can diagnose autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as early as 18 months old, but many people do not receive a diagnosis until adulthood. Giving an autism diagnosis earlier leads to better outcomes for the individual. What Types of Doctors Can Give an […]
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) for Borderline Personality Disorder
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is designed to treat borderline personality disorder (BPD). The goal of this treatment modality is to teach clients how to regulate their emotions and tolerate stress. BPD is a complex mental health condition that impacts a person’s ability to manage their emotions. This affects how they feel about themselves, but also […]
Levels of Care for Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety disorders can make it difficult to carry out routine tasks and activities. For people with anxiety, fear and worry are normal – but those nerves typically do not go away easily or at all. They eventually begin to interfere with the ability to focus and succeed in work, school, and relationships. There are different […]
Different Treatment Approaches for ADHD
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder of ADHD is a mental health condition that manifests as hyperactivity, an inability or struggle to pay attention, and impulsivity. ADHD can be diagnosed in childhood or later on as an adult. Doctors diagnose a condition when symptoms are chronic and long-lasting, interfering with a person’s ability to carry out daily […]
Anger Management and Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder is a complex mental health condition that is often misunderstood. There are two main types of the condition: bipolar I and bipolar II. In bipolar I an individual will experience at least one manic episode, whereas with bipolar II they will experience less severe manic episodes. A common symptom or side effect of […]
Inpatient Treatment for PTSD
Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) occurs in individuals who have experienced a sudden shocking, scary, or dangerous event that makes an impact on them. PTSD can happen to people who experience or witness these significant events. Signs of PTSD may include flashbacks, nightmares, acute anxiety, and intrusive thoughts about the event. What is Post Traumatic […]
Existential Therapy: Navigating Life’s Inherent Challenges
Key Concepts of Existential Therapy Existential therapy is a therapeutic approach to help individuals confront and understand existence’s inherent challenges and uncertainties. It allows patients to create meaning in their lives by focusing on choices they can make while taking a humanistic approach to being. One of the main goals of existential therapy is to […]
