Contrary to what some may believe, there are many different types of bipolar disorder. The two most prominent types of bipolar disorder include bipolar 1 and bipolar 2 disorder. Learning…
Paranoia and delusional disorders are complex conditions that have a profound impact on the lives of those suffering from them. It makes it nearly impossible to connect with the people…
Mania presents a complex and deeply impactful mental health challenge for those who suffer from it. It is more than fluctuations in mood, but can profoundly affect daily functioning and…
We can often feel helpless when someone we love is in the middle of a manic episode. This is especially true if we are unfamiliar with what a manic episode…
Many of us will deal with issues at work that make us upset or uncomfortable. This is just the reality of being in the workforce in the 21st Century. However,…
Clinically reviewed by Candice Taylor, LCSW, Clinical Director The four stages of mania are hypomania, acute mania, delusional mania, and delirious mania. They describe how intense a manic episode becomes,…
While it is no longer referred to as such, there is a logic behind why bipolar disorder was originally called “manic depression.” The name refers to the main characteristics. Episodes…
There is a saying that can often be heard in mental health and addiction recovery circles that goes, “You're only as sick as your secrets.” When you keep mental health…
The Tibetan leader, the Dalai Lama, said, “It is necessary to help others, not only in our prayers but in our daily lives. If we find we cannot help others,…