Behavioral Health

How to Stay Clean From Self-Harm The act of self-harm is about much more than the act itself; rather, it has to do with underlying issues. The underlying issues can…

How to Help a Loved One Who Self-Harms Discovering that a loved one is engaging in self-harm can be both emotionally daunting and damaging. The good news is that there…

Is Self-Harm an Addiction? The debate, “Is self-harm an addiction or not,” has been going on for many years. Some people argue that it is strictly a result of underlying…

What Are the Warning Signs of a Self-Harm Relapse? Many people who have not experienced self-harm personally or via a friend or family member have a hard time understanding why…

What are the Types of Self-Harm? Many people equate self-harm with the act of “cutting.” This is understandable as it is the most commonly depicted type of self-harm in the…

While it is not as common as a manic episode that manifests from a mental illness like bipolar I disorder, substance-induced mania can be just as severe. The good news…

Many people have a romanticized view when it comes to alcohol, substances, and the workplace. Much of this comes from the antiquated “Mad Men” style depictions of people drinking continuously…

Tardive dyskinesia can sound more intimidating than what it is. To distill it down, it is a side effect of certain mental health medications that can cause involuntary facial and…