Burnout is chronic emotional exhaustion: Caused by prolonged stress, especially at work Symptoms include fatigue, detachment, low motivation Recovery requires rest and boundary-setting Burnout is more than just feeling tired or overwhelmed. It’s a prolonged state of emotional, physical and mental exhaustion caused by chronic stress, especially in work or caregiving environments. While anyone can […]
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Stigma stops people from getting help: Fear of judgment or discrimination Cultural shame or misinformation Education and open dialogue reduce barriers Struggling with mental health is already difficult. When you’re subjected to harmful stigma about your experiences, it can feel even more burdensome. However, how others perceive your situation isn’t your fault. Raising mental health
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If you’ve been diagnosed with a chronic illness, you’re not alone. It’s estimated that 129 million Americans have a chronic illness, with an increasing number of people having multiple conditions. For many people, chronic illness and mental health go hand in hand. Managing a chronic condition often causes anxiety, stress and depression. The good news
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You may have wondered, does not eating affect your mental health? Most people know that food impacts their physical health. However, the connection between what’s on your plate and what’s on your mind is more robust than you might think. Your food choices, including fad diets where you’re not eating, affect your mental health. Let’s
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Just like exercise and diet, sleep is an important factor in your overall health. Yet many people don’t get enough of it. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention found that more than a third of Americans sleep less than the recommended amount in 24 hours. This lack of sleep can lead to sleep deprivation,
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Communication styles are patterns in how we express ourselves, and understanding them can lead to stronger relationships, better boundaries and improved emotional wellness. We’ve all experienced misunderstandings — moments when something just didn’t land the way we intended. These breakdowns are often less about the words used and more about how they’re delivered. Our communication
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It’s very important to be able to spot the warning signs of psychosis. By learning to recognize the signs of a psychotic break, you can get treatment for yourself or a loved one. Let’s take a look at psychotic break symptoms and find out how to differentiate them from similar conditions. What Is Psychosis? Psychosis
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Paranoid personality disorder can be a devastating condition that cuts the affected person off from those closest to them. It’s important to recognize the signs of PPD disorder so you can get help as quickly as possible. Let’s take a look at what paranoid personality disorder is and how you can get help to recover
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An estimated 1.6% to 2.3% of people in the United States have obsessive-compulsive disorder or OCD, a condition that can make working, attending school and completing daily living tasks difficult. Fortunately, treatments are available for OCD that can help people manage symptoms and improve their quality of life. The first step in getting help is
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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 and bipolar disorder. Approximately 1
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