Mad in America

MAY 30, 2024

I just think that it is your expression of a misunderstood, imprecise and outdated definition of what mental health work entails. If you struggle mentally, it does not mean that you are ill. It is psychiatry’s view of what mental problems are and how they arise which in itself is pathological. The author, Erik Rudi.

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Mad in America

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

My sister took antidepressants and my family has a lot of mental health issues, so based on that, I was thrown into the same category. I started talking fast, coming up with ideas and creative projects and I stopped sleeping. They said if I didn’t go to sleep they would make me. And they did. I was angry.

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Mad in America

MARCH 2, 2024

Would you tell us a little bit about what it was like for you in the mental health system before you went into withdrawal? In 2009-2010, things did not go well for me due to a combination of extreme insomnia, a seriously diminished self-image, setbacks in all kinds of areas and the partial loss of my social safety net.

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Mad in America

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

While expanding trauma criteria is often justified as necessary for inclusivity and compassion, critics contend that these expansions may be driven, by some, out of self-interest. Data from the World Health Organization (WHO) shows substantial reductions in mortality rates from infectious diseases that once caused widespread fatalities.

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Mad in America

JUNE 17, 2024

Overwhelmed, I sought help from my VA mental health team. In response to how quickly my mental health had devolved, my husband was concerned I might have a brain tumor. I was a shell of my former self, unable to think, staring off into space; all while trying my best to care for my family.

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Mad in America

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

She’s the author of The Anatomy of Anxiety and takes a functional medicine approach to mental health. I said, “On paper everything’s great, but I’m struggling with this existential feeling of being 38, single, childless, increasingly aware of mortality.” She considers the whole person and addresses imbalance at the root.

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Mad in America

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Vibrant Says… Vibrant Emotional Health (Vibrant) is described as “one of the nation’s leading mental health organizations.” But never have I ever ‘secret shopped’ anything in the ‘mental health’ world before. Mental health system providers rarely apologize, so that was meaningful even if only a small thing.

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Mad in America

OCTOBER 24, 2023

His intuitive grasp of how childhood trauma could repress and obliterate memory, fuelling the repetition compulsion of self-destructive patterns of behaviour, was central not only to psychoanalysis, but also our modern understanding of psychological trauma.

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Child Mind Intitute

JANUARY 28, 2025

But did you know that this simple practice of putting pen to paper has decades of scientific backing as a tool for mental health and personal growth? Heres why mental health professionals recommend journaling and what research tells us about its benefits. Emotional and physical health benefits of expressive writing.

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Santa Barbara Sanctuary Centers

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Theo Resslers journey to sobriety spans decades of courage, support, and deep self-reflection. Living on his own in San Carlos Hills at just 18, Theos life revolved around maintaining a facade of freedom and success while his addiction and mental health struggles grew unchecked. Courtesy of Theo Ressler. Theo, happy and healthy.

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Mad in America

AUGUST 10, 2024

It will be easier to dive into the depths of darkness and despair that I went through as a mental health patient if I start with a story of hope. I am typing this blog in the back of a taxi wending its way to the airport through the hilly landscape of Sardinia, my beautiful daughter sleeping in the seat beside me.

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Mad in America

JANUARY 31, 2025

In one final location after which we returned home a young senior resident engaged me in a conversation and we talked mental health. I kept thinking he would get better, for that was the norm in our family, we had all dealt with intractable health issues. I told each person that I knew the law and they better be wary of me.

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Center for Integrative Psychiatry

MARCH 2, 2025

In 2025, as mental health awareness continues to grow, counseling is playing a more prominent role in education. This blog explores the top 10 benefits of counseling for students, highlighting how it enhances mental well-being, academic success, and overall personal growth. Why is counseling important?

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Lightwork

JANUARY 2, 2025

Introduction Mental health awareness has skyrocketed in recent years, pushing self-care from a luxury to an essential practice. The statistics are clear: 1 in 5 adults experience mental health challenges every year, highlighting the critical need for proactive wellness strategies.

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Mad in America

JANUARY 3, 2025

I wasnt aware that a retail store could have a jail. Then I caught the eye of a mental health worker whose look seemed to say, Dont encourage her. And that upstanding self was gone so I wasnt going back anywhere. This was conveyed by telling you how serious your mental illness was, how sick you were. Out to what?

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Lightwork

JANUARY 23, 2025

These momentswhether we plan them or notcan include changes in our careers, shifts in relationships, health problems, or personal growth. These changes can be overwhelming, causing uncertainty and stress that affect our mental well-being. During such periods, it’s crucial to prioritize your mental health.

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Mad in America

MARCH 9, 2024

The ART medicines are obtained each month from the Government ART clinic in Bhuj for all residents who are HIV positive, and for those with mental health conditions, the psychiatrist at the Government Mental Hospital in Bhuj prescribes the medications. The Lancet Global Health, Volume 11, Issue 1, e155 – e164 Cook, J.

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Lightwork

JANUARY 9, 2025

Introduction Anxiety is a common mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Potential for Drug Interactions: Xanax can interact with other medications you’re taking, potentially leading to serious health complications. Aim for 7-9 hours of quality sleep each night.

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Lightwork

DECEMBER 26, 2024

This stark difference isn’t just a statistical anomalyit reflects complex biological, social, and cultural factors that shape women’s mental health experiences. Biological Factors Contributing to Anxiety in Women Women’s bodies go through complex hormonal cycles that have a significant impact on their mental health.

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Mad in America

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Clients should be well aware of the responsible boundaries separating them from their therapist. The dreadful physical symptoms of severe depression, including cognitive decline and impaired eyesight, overwhelmed my existence, and I started to keep a naive collection of aspirins and over-the-counter sleep aids for ending my life.

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The Anxiety Guy

JULY 19, 2024

Deep Quality Sleep (6-8 Hours) Quality sleep is crucial for repairing the body and brain. For those with sleep issues, exposing your eyes to morning sunlight, minimizing light exposure before bed, and avoiding meals 2-3 hours before sleep can help regulate your circadian rhythm.

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Lightwork

JANUARY 30, 2025

At LightWork Therapy and Recovery , a mental health treatment center in Woburn, Massachusetts, we’ve seen how powerful creative expression can be in treating mental health issues. This type of therapy is different from traditional talk therapy because it lets you explore your inner self through creative expression.

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Love & Life Toolbox

OCTOBER 26, 2024

A recent national survey by AMFM , a residential mental health treatment center, analyzed the anxiety levels of 2,000 Americans across the country. technology raising questions about the legitimacy of the content being circulated requires people to understand and have some level of self-awareness.

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The Anxiety Guy

AUGUST 16, 2024

It means taking a comprehensive approach that includes not only your childs environment, diet, and lifestyle but also your own mental health. This is why it’s crucial for parents to prioritize their own mental health and anxiety recovery. The Holistic Approach to Supporting Your Childs Anxiety 1.

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Mad in America

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The vast majority of psychiatrists and non-psychiatric physicians still hold onto the belief, despite overwhelming scientific evidence, that behavioral health disorders are diseases of the brain and for most of these “diseases” the primary and, for many of physicians, the sole treatment is pharmaceuticals!

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My Psychiatry

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

This article dives into the common signs of cannabiss effects, exploring how it might influence emotions, energy levels, and mental health. Whether you use weed recreationally, medically, or are simply curious, knowing its potential to impact mood and mental well-being is crucial. Mental health outcomes can also vary.

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Lawyers with Depression

NOVEMBER 11, 2023

True Stories is a series of guest blogs I am running on mental health in the legal profession. She has grown into a more compassionate and well-rounded Certified Health Education Specialist and Mental Health First Aid provider from her experiences with her husband’s mental health issues.

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National Council for Mental Wellbeing (NCMW - the

JANUARY 16, 2025

The thaw marks a time of heightened mental health struggles, rising suicide rates and increased substance use, underscoring the profound influence of environmental changes on our wellbeing. Springs warmer weather and increased daylight can destabilize mental health.

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Lawyers with Depression

DECEMBER 3, 2023

An international trainer of mental health professionals, Dr. Wehrenberg coaches people with anxiety via the internet and phone. The loss of a self-esteem, a loss of a loved one, the loss of a desired goal. Depression is really more about the energy whether its mental energy or physical energy to make an effective response.

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Mad in America

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

For example, for those ages 35 to 44, there was an increase in chronic health conditions from 48% in 2019 to 58% in 2023. The same age group reported an increase in mental illness from 31% to 45%, although the highest rate of 50% was reported in the age group of 18 to 34.

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Mad in America

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Our Spirit is also referred to as our “Witness”, “Charioteer”, or “Higher Self”. They have no awareness of the dormant forces within them awaiting recognition and activation, because the emphasis is to look outside of oneself for comfort and relief. I believe that because we each have our own resilient Spirit, we are creators.

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Zencare

MARCH 3, 2025

Mental health professionals recommend ongoing support to help manage mood swings, prevent relapses, and ensure overall well-being. Sleep deprivation with little need for rest. Common triggers include: Sleep disturbances: Lack of sleep or irregular sleep patterns. Talking rapidly and jumping between ideas.

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The London Psychiatry Centre

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Depression is one of the most common mental health disorders. In fact the World Health Organisation estimates that 5% of adults live with it around the globe. However, depression is a mental health condition that if left unaddressed can become worse and cause a host of unwanted cognitive and physical effects.

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Zencare

JANUARY 22, 2025

There are 298 mental health conditions currently recognized in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition-TR, which is the standard reference for clinical practice among trained, licensed mental health professionals, in the US. Written by Rebekah Ferguson, LMHC.

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Mad in America

FEBRUARY 17, 2024

The young dancer’s story—at her request and her father’s, she’ll remain anonymous—illustrates both the lure and harms of social media, which has been drawing more and more attention of late for its ubiquity, its addictiveness, its corporate habits, and its role in the youth mental health crisis. hours a day on social media.”

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Mad in America

OCTOBER 19, 2023

In late 2022, the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) issued a public request for grant proposals, and our organization was chosen to create and operate a peer respite in Southern Oregon. In the year since the Oregon Health Authority issued its Intent to Award notice, Oregon’s peer respite’s have come under attack from many sides.

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