Mental Health Hotline Articles
When to go to the Hospital for Depression
When hospital care is the right for depression: Feeling unsafe or suicidal Unable to function in daily life Outpatient treatment isn’t workingSeek help early—hospitalization can be a life-saving step. Depression is a common mental health disorder caused by traumatic events, stress, lack of support and isolation. It also runs in
How to use FMLA for Mental Health
FMLA can protect your job while you seek mental health care: Covers anxiety, depression, and related disorders Must be certified by a healthcare provider Can be taken all at once or in intervals The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 allows employees up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave
Neurorehabilitation: Treatment for Mental Health
Neurorehabilitation is a form of treatment used in a variety of health care settings, including rehabilitating stroke victims, those with brain or spinal cord injuries and those living with degenerative disorders. Neurotherapy can help restore and improve the functioning of the brain and nervous system, and it can help improve
Spotting the signs of Codependency
Codependency often appears as: Prioritizing others over yourself Difficulty setting boundaries Low self-esteem tied to others’ approval Codependency can sneak into relationships that start with the best intentions. When emotional caretaking becomes the foundation, it’s easy to lose your sense of self. With 70% of married couples today living together
How to Tell if You Need Outpatient vs Inpatient Care?
How to Choose Inpatient or Outpatient Inpatient = 24/7 support for severe symptoms Outpatient = flexible care for stable conditions A clinical assessment can guide the choice According to the National Center for Drug Abuse Statistics, around 50% of the U.S. population aged 12 or older has used illicit drugs
When to go to the Hospital for Anxiety
Go to the hospital for anxiety if: Panic attacks feel unmanageable You fear you’re in danger or losing control You can’t eat, sleep, or function normallyEmergency care offers safety and stabilization. Anxiety disorders are the most common form of mental health disorder, with almost 20% of American adults reporting an