Monthly Archives: April 2021

Hopefully not repeated hard to find List of Positive Affirmations I am successful in whatever I do I plan my work and work my plan I focus on what is truly essential I will make the most of new opportunities … Continue reading →

1 We see the individual first NOT the illness ! 2 We recognize that Mental Illnesses are Medical Issues ! 3 We recognize Mental Illness is Traumatic ! 4 We aim for better coping skills ! 5 We find faith … Continue reading →

Did you know that more than 43 million adults in our country struggled with Mental Illness in the past year? Half of us will meet the criteria for a diagnosable Mental Health condition at some point in our lives; one … Continue reading →

Depression is a real and debilitating condition that is often misunderstood by family and friends. Its meaning can range from a prolonged period of sadness to an actual mental illness with specific symptoms. Find and share experiences with others who … Continue reading →

Bipolar or Manic Depressive Disorder is a Mood Disorder that causes radical emotional changes and mood swings, from Manic highs to Depressive lows. The majority of Bipolar individuals experience alternating episodes of Mania and Depression from a minor state of … Continue reading →

Here are six strategies that educators and parents can use to teach and practice positive self-talk with kids and young adults: 1. Model positive self-talk. Practice using positive thinking skills aloud when talking about yourself and others. A simple way to … Continue reading →

There is no one better to be than myself. I am enough. I get better every single day. I am an amazing person. All of my problems have solutions. Today I am a leader. I forgive myself for my mistakes. … Continue reading →

Panel 2 Challenges and clinical strategies in the diagnosis of bipolar disorder Reasons for the difficulty in bipolar disorder diagnosis Diagnostic criteria for depressive episodes: are identical in bipolar disorder and unipolar depression. Bipolar disorder is thus often misdiagnosed as … Continue reading →

Bipolar disorder refers to a group of affective disorders, which together are characterised by depressive and manic or hypomanic episodes. These disorders include: bipolar disorder type I (depressive and manic episodes: this disorder can be diagnosed on the basis of … Continue reading →