Monthly Archives: October 2016

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 →

There are many misperceptions about mental illness and its treatment that contribute to stigma. People may incorrectly assume that the feelings that accompany anxiety anddepressive disorders can be willed away with the right amount of discipline, or that seeking help … Continue reading →

Finding the best treatment plan for depression can take some trial and error. Here’s how to tell if your current treatment isn’t working and what to do about it. When it comes to major depression, there’s no one treatment that … Continue reading →

You don’t have to tell people about your major depression. But you don’t have to keep it to yourself, either. Before you share your diagnosis, consider the following facts. It may come as a relief to know that there’s a … Continue reading →