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Symptoms of Depression

Our lives are never as smooth as we would like. We all have those moments of sadness and regret, where it feels like things never going right. For some people, though, these feelings linger. And at that point, you might start to wonder: Are these the symptoms of depression? Clinical depression is a real illness…

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What is Bipolar Disorder?

In 2019, The Mental Illness Policy Organization reported that nearly 2.3 million or 1 percent of Americans suffer from bipolar disorder. So, what is bipolar disorder? It is a mental disorder formerly called manic depression or manic-depressive disorder. Although bipolar disorder is incurable, the good news is that there is hope for managing the disease.…

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Types of Anxiety Disorders

During any given year, more than 19 percent of Americans suffer from an anxiety disorder, making it the most common mental problem in the US. Anxiety serves as a broad term for a larger group of disorders with similar causes and symptoms. But the different types of anxiety disorders have their own defining characteristics, and…

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How to Manage Stress

Stress is everywhere. Stress at work. Stress at home. Stress getting between work and home. It’s unavoidable. But while you can’t control all the things that cause stress, you can control how you deal with it. With a little thought and some practice, you can learn how to manage stress and make it through your…

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Signs of a Panic Attack

Everyone gets a case of the jitters now and again. But full-blown signs of a panic attack can be truly terrifying. How do you know if you’re having one? How do you prevent them? And how do you tell them apart from other potential problems? Please keep reading and reach out for anxiety counseling in…

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Depression and Anxiety

Depression and anxiety often go hand in hand. If you suffer from one, it’s not uncommon to suffer from the other. Depression is a mental illness characterized by a constant feeling of loss and sadness. Anxiety, on the other hand, causes a person to feel overwhelmed by worry and fear. Anxiety is a broad term…

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How to Approach Therapy with Your Loved One

Depression is incredibly common in the United States. It’s estimated that in any given year, 5 percent of adults 18 and over will suffer a major depressive episode. That’s roughly 44 million people. However, only 41 percent will seek professional help to deal with the problem. But how to approach therapy with your loved one?…