Monthly Archives: September 2016

Why Is Spirituality Important?

Posted on September 4, 2016 by JmaC

There is a growing body of evidence indicating that spiritual practices are associated with better health and wellbeing for many reasons, including: Contemplative practice is good for you. Contemplative practices are activities that guide you to direct your attention to … Continue reading →

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What is prayer?

Posted on September 4, 2016 by JmaC

Prayer has a very personal meaning arising from an individual’s religious background or spiritual practice. For some, prayer will mean specific sacred words; for others, it may be a more informal talking or listening to God or a higher power. … Continue reading →

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What Is Spirituality?

Posted on September 4, 2016 by JmaC

Spirituality is a broad concept with room for many perspectives. In general, it includes a sense of connection to something bigger than ourselves, and it typically involves a search for meaning in life. As such, it is a universal human … Continue reading →

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A Prayer for Walking in Faith

Posted on September 4, 2016 by JmaC

Sovereign God, may I be aware of your presence with me on my daily walk. Others may not see what is happening, but I “walk by faith, not by sight.” Assist me in sending “flash prayers” of your love toward … Continue reading →

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DBSA Wellness Tracker

Posted on September 4, 2016 by JmaC

Wellness involves your whole health—emotional and mental, as well as physical. The DBSA Wellness Tracker is a free, innovative, and user-friendly online tool that allows you to keep track of your emotional, mental, and physical health. Track Key Health Trends … Continue reading →

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Recovery Steps What is Recovery?

Posted on September 4, 2016 by JmaC

Mental health recovery is a journey of healing and transformation enabling a person with a mental health problem to live a meaningful life in a community of his or her choice while striving to achieve his or her full potential. … Continue reading →

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Suicide Prevention

Posted on September 4, 2016 by JmaC

As the 10th leading cause of death in the United States and the second leading cause of death for people aged 15 to 34, suicide is a serious public health problem. Each year in the United States, more than 40,000 … Continue reading →

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What Is Psychiatry?

Posted on September 4, 2016 by JmaC

What Is Psychiatry? Psychiatry is the branch of medicine focused on the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mental, emotional and behavioral disorders. A psychiatrist is a medical doctor (an M.D. or D.O.) who specializes in mental health, including substance use … Continue reading →

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Why bipolar disorder can take so long to diagnose

Posted on September 4, 2016 by JmaC

People with bipolar disorder may face a long wait from when their symptoms start to the time they get a proper diagnosis. In fact, a new study reports the average delay is six years. That lost time can result in … Continue reading →

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Warning Signs of Mental Illness

Posted on September 4, 2016 by JmaC

Major mental illnesses such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder rarely appear “out of the blue.” Most often family, friends, teachers or individuals themselves begin to recognize small changes or a feeling that “something is not quite right” about their thinking, … Continue reading →

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