Entries by Abid B

How Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Treats Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar disorder is a complex mental health condition characterized by extreme highs and lows. The highs are known as mania, and the lows are depression. A person living with bipolar disorder experiences extreme shifts in mood that can interfere with everyday life. Signs of Bipolar Disorder It’s estimated that nearly five percent of adults in […]

What Is My Relationship Attachment Style?

Relationship attachment styles can affect many different aspects of your life. In any part of your life where you need to maintain stable relationships with other people, it is essential to understand your attachment style.  You might be trying to figure out how to manage a romantic relationship. You might be trying to understand a […]

What Is the Difference Between Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Treatment?

Having a mental health condition can make life challenging. Between keeping up with daily tasks and trying to manage your symptoms, it’s easy to feel discouraged. If your symptoms are persistent and interfere with everyday life, there are various treatment options available. A study concluded that the prevalence of mental health disorders is growing. It’s […]

How Dialectal Behavior Therapy Can Treat Borderline Personality Disorder

Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a mental health disorder that impacts an individual’s ability to regulate their emotions. It’s characterized by difficulty managing moods, behavior, and relationships. It’s a severe mental health condition that disrupts everyday life. People with BPD may have frequent mood swings, difficulty being alone, and struggle with self-image issues. Other symptoms […]

How Do I Know if I Have Major Depressive Disorder?

Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a serious mental health disorder that causes people to feel intense sadness and lose interest in their daily lives. MDD affects energy levels, sleep habits, and appetite. The ability to enjoy your hobbies or other activities that you formerly participated in can be affected as well. MDD can significantly affect […]

Why You Should Work With a Mental Health Professional

Seeking help for your mental health is not something you should be ashamed of. According to a report from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), 41.4 million people received mental health services in 2020. While there may be stigma surrounding getting help for mental health, more people are beginning to seek treatment. […]

How Learning Essential Life Skills Can Empower You

Being equipped with life skills is important. According to the World Health Organization’s “Life Skills Education” paper, essential life skills promote mental well-being and competence. They can help you manage various areas of your life, such as your ability to cope with stress and handle difficult emotions. Sometimes basic tasks such as showering, shopping, cleaning […]

What Is Outpatient Mental Health Treatment and Is It Right For You?

Outpatient mental health treatment provides a structured outpatient setting for clients needing mental health care. Unlike inpatient treatment, outpatient programs offer flexibility because clients don’t stay overnight in a facility. Instead, clients attend the program during the week for a few hours per day and can return home each night. Outpatient treatment is an excellent […]