Substance abuse disorder affects people from all walks of life. Around 48.7 million people aged 12 or older had a substance abuse disorder in 2022. Some of those individuals were struggling with addiction to both drugs and alcohol. Knowing the signs of substance abuse can help families identify if a loved one is at risk […]
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Depression is a common and serious mood disorder that changes how a person thinks and feels. It’s also one that’s often misunderstood. Many people refer to themselves as depressed if they’re feeling down about something, but there are clear diagnostic criteria that must be met for someone to be classified as having depression. In this
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For those navigating mental health challenges, the NAMI HelpLine is a tool that can provide support and resource referrals to help. Reaching out for assistance when your life feels overwhelming takes courage and can often help you put everything back together so you feel in control again. Although it isn’t meant for serious crisis intervention,
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The ability to get immediate support when facing a mental health or substance abuse crisis is about to get a lot easier. Thanks to the dedication of countless mental health professionals and an act of Congress, those in crisis can simply call 988 to connect with a trained crisis counselor. If you or someone you
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When most people think of bullying, they think of school-age children. In fact, studies show that as many as 1 out of 5 students experiences some form of bullying. The reality is that adults can also be victims of bullying behaviors. Unfortunately, bullying at any age can have a significant impact on the mental health
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When prescriptions and therapy have had limited effect, plenty of people turn to natural remedies for depression. It’s more common than you might think — according to the most recent study by the National Institute of Mental Health, as many as 21.0 million adults in the United States alone had at least one major depressive
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Ever since childhood, you were probably told the importance of taking vitamins. Everyone should focus on eating a diet rich in essential vitamins and minerals. However, between busy schedules and increasing food prices, that’s not always possible. Vitamins can help fill the nutrient gap we don’t get from our food to keep our bodies healthy.
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In the United States, community samples show that 0.5% to 5% of the population has narcissistic personality disorder , but the rates can range from 1% to 15% in clinical settings. Whether you’re dealing with a diagnosed narcissist or you suspect someone has narcissistic tendencies, figuring out how to deal with a narcissist is important
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Finding your voice and learning how to be more assertive can be a challenge. It may feel intimidating or insurmountable. But assertiveness is a skill you can develop and refine — and being an assertive communicator is a reliable way to get what you want in life. In the following article, we’ll offer practical strategies
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We’ve all encountered moments of disconnect in our conversations. It’s a common, shared experience that we typically chalk up to misunderstanding — but the true culprit may be different communication styles. Think of it like this: Each of us has our own unique conversational fingerprint, a special way of bringing our thoughts to life. When
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