Monthly Archives: August 2016

Mental illness stigma can lead to a multitude of false beliefs — and it’s about time to set the record straight. Negative stereotypes create a lot of misconceptions, which further alienate people in a community that already feels isolated. The … Continue reading →

By Lindsay Holmes, Huffington Post   A new study revealed that the majority of American adults now value mental health as much as physical health. More people are starting to see mental health as a crucial part of staying well. … Continue reading →

If you’ve been reading my blog for a month or more, you know that I have found nutrition to be a powerful force in my recovery from depression. Since 2008, I haven’t responded to medications or have had only a … Continue reading →

There’s an absolute link between your emotional health and your physical well-being, so take time to nurture both. To be completely healthy, you must take care of not only your physical health, but your emotional health, too. If one is … Continue reading →

Why do some relationships stand the test of time, while others fall apart? Here are some simple strategies for building a relationship that will thrive. If you read gossip pages or celebrity magazines, you may think that no relationship lasts … Continue reading →

By Dennis Thompson Jr. | Medically reviewed by Lindsey Marcellin, MD, MPH Researchers argue about why the differences exist, but they agree that men and women are distinct creatures when it comes to emotion. These gender differences can affect emotional … Continue reading →

Whenever a tragic event like last week’s shooting at UCSB happens, I first pray for the families of the young people killed. I read their biographies and shake my head in disbelief and sadness. And then I let out a … Continue reading →

People with bipolar disorder may become a danger to themselves and to others. Learn how legal guardianship works to protect them. If you have a loved one with bipolar disorder, there may come a time when the disorder causes him … Continue reading →

What you say to your loved one with bipolar disorder can make a difference — either in a positive way or in a harmful one. If your loved one has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, you may be in shock … Continue reading →