Genetics can increase risk—but don’t guarantee illness: Family history may play a role Environment and life events matter too Lifestyle + early care can reduce impact Mental Illness Can Be Inherited, But There’s Help and Hope Mental illness is a major problem within the United States. As many as 19% of American adults are actively […]
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Mental illnesses are brain-based conditions that affect your feeling, thinking, behavior and mood. They are very common, affecting nearly one in five adults in the U.S. and representing about 19% of the total population. Mental illness is caused by issues associated with the brain, which changes based on life experiences such as trauma, nutrition and
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How to Help Someone Experiencing Anxiety As an estimated 40 million Americans are painfully aware, anxiety is a real, devastating disorder, one that can dramatically and negatively impact their lives. Unfortunately, the loved ones of someone who suffers from an anxiety disorder know that these challenges can leave them feeling helpless, unable to assist the
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