Author Archives: JmaC

12 BIG Signs You (Or Someone You Love) Has Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar disorder is more than just good and bad moods. When Patty Duke passed away recently, we lost more than a talented actress or a likable personality — we lost an advocate for bipolar disorder awareness. In her revealing autobiography, … Continue reading →

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What You Should (And Shouldn’t) Say To Someone Having A Panic Attack

As someone who suffers all too frequently with panic disorder, I can tell you that sometimes, there’s just nothing to do but get through it. Friends, and family may try to help but truthfully, they can make it worse. If … Continue reading →

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Schizophrenia Is Far Worse Than Just Hallucinations And Delusions

Schizophrenia is a misunderstood and often underestimated mental illness. It is a lifelong battle which devastates not only patients, but families and support systems who struggle to assist with maintenance of stability and functionality. Movies and television still confuse it … Continue reading →

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The Stress Of Raising A Child With Mental Health Challenges

Pam savors her morning coffee time after her son goes to day care and before she has to leave for work. This is time to herself — to sip on a good cup of coffee, watch her favorite show, and … Continue reading →

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10 Mindfulness And Meditation Questions Answered

1. Mindfulness, what’s that? It’s simply the idea of paying attention to what you’re paying attention to, and being aware of your thoughts and emotions. 2. Why should I care about paying attention? Being mindful is seemingly universally beneficial. Mindfulness … Continue reading →

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