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,…
Addictions and mental illnesses rarely exist in one form; rather, they almost always exist in stages, ranging from the least severe to the most aggressive. This also applies to mania….
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…
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…
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,…
It is estimated that most Americans will spend around one-third of their lives at their jobs. This means that the people we work with will make up a large portion…