Life has changed a lot since March 2020. Millions of Americans have endured a global pandemic, including mass death, disruption of routine, loss of jobs and wages — not to mention all the emotional ups and downs of being at home all the time. However destabilizing and exhausting the last year has been, many find themselves caught off guard by feelings of re-entry anxiety.
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The Benefits of Therapy for Grieving Families
Bearing the loss of a loved one is never easy. Unfortunately, grief is an inevitable part of life. If the death of a loved one hits too hard and you have struggled for long to cope, you may need professional therapy to help you navigate the situation.
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Behavioral disorders can be categorized in several different ways. In general, behavioral disorders are any pattern of behavior that regularly interferes with an individual’s ability to live a physically and mentally healthy life for more than six months. Though behavioral abnormality is a common symptom of bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, and other mental health disorders, behavioral disorders are diagnosed separately.
Continue reading “What to Know About Testing for Behavioral Disorders”What Is Behavioral Health, and How Is It Different from Mental Health?
Behavioral health and mental health are often confused as being the same thing. It is a common misconception that both terms refer to similar treatments and outcomes in the medical field. However, this could not be further from the truth.
Continue reading “What Is Behavioral Health, and How Is It Different from Mental Health?”Can You Get Someone Mentally Evaluated Against Their Will?
If you’re in a situation where someone very clearly needs help for their mental health issues, but seems resistant to do so, you may be wondering: can you get them mentally evaluated against their will? The answer varies from state to state. In Pennsylvania, the short answer is yes — if the person is unable to care for themselves or is a “clear and present danger” to themselves or others.
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If you have a family member struggling with a mental illness, you are most likely wondering what you can do to help. Psychiatric services, medications, and various community services have enabled many individuals to lead full, independent lives. However, support from family, friends, and peers remains essential in the recovery process.
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