Mental Health Hotline Articles
Warning Signs of a Panic Disorder
Every year, 11% of people experience a panic attack, and for around 2% to 3% of Americans, these attacks are part of the symptoms of panic disorder. If you suspect you may have panic disorder, being able to recognize the warning signs of the condition will help you decide whether
How to Help Someone with OCD
Obsessive-compulsive disorder affects an estimated 1 out of every 100 adults. It can occur at any age and is often characterized by obsessive thoughts and/or compulsive behaviors. Someone who constantly worries about whether they’ve locked the door or turned off the stove is one example of a person with obsessive
How to Help Someone with Schizoaffective Disorder
Schizoaffective disorder is a complex and often misunderstood condition that has a negative effect on a person’s moods, thoughts and behaviors. While the exact cause is unknown, it tends to run in families and may be due to an imbalance of certain chemicals, such as serotonin and dopamine. Knowing how
How to Help Someone With Psychosis
Psychosis involves a breakdown in the ability to tell what is real and what isn’t. This often manifests as hallucinations or delusions, and the person experiencing them often doesn’t realize anything is wrong. In many cases, psychosis is linked to other conditions, including serious mental health conditions such as schizophrenia
What is Dissociation
Defining what dissociation is may be challenging, but it’s a phenomenon most experience to a certain degree. It could be arriving home after work only to realize you don’t remember the journey. You may become lost in a daydream while you’re supposed to be paying attention to a lecture, or
How to Help a Hoarder
Hoarding disorder can have a devastating effect on a person’s quality of life and relationships. Relatives and spouses of hoarders find living with them especially frustrating. But even if you’re not sharing their home, watching someone you care about slowly burying themselves underneath endless clutter can be disheartening. Learning how