Mental Health Hotline Articles
Living with Someone who Struggles with Bipolar Disorder
Learning to live with bipolar disorder (BP) is an adjustment for both the person with BP and their loved ones. Many people feel relief at getting a diagnosis, knowing that there’s hope and help available to them. Even with the proper mental health diagnosis, determining which methods of treatment work
Living With Someone Who Has PTSD
Supporting a loved one with PTSD can be challenging, but studies show a supportive home life offers the best chance for recovery from trauma. When someone you love is hurting, it can be hard to know where to start. Today, the team at Mental Health Hotline is offering our best
What to do for Someone During a Panic Attack
Panic attacks can be triggered by a certain situation or may be a symptom of a mental illness like Generalized Anxiety Disorder or another anxiety-based condition. Someone in the throes of a panic attack may not remember the right grounding techniques to help themselves through it. If a friend or
How to Talk to Coworker About their Depression
Trying to decide whether to talk to someone in your life about your concerns for their mental well-being is tricky. When that person is your coworker, the depression conversation can be more complicated, as your relationship is likely a blend of personal and professional. Knowing what to say and when
Calming the Mind – Grounding Techniques for Anxiety
Many people in the United States struggle with anxiety, either situational anxiety triggered by certain events or circumstances or generalized anxiety disorder. If you’re seeking help on how to deal with anxiety, you aren’t alone. A little over 7% of adults in the United States suffer from situational anxiety disorder (SAD), but
Mindfulness Meditation – A Simple Practice for Mental Health
If you’ve started therapy for anxiety, depression or substance abuse, you’ve probably heard about “practicing mindfulness meditation.” Mindfulness in therapy is common for many types of mental illnesses. If you’re still a little confused about how to do it and why it helps, you’re not alone. Once you master mindfulness,