The National Institute of Mental Health states that about 21.4% of adults in the United States have or have had a mood disorder at some point in their lives. But what is a mood disorder, and how can it impact you? At Promises, we offer mood disorder treatment for those struggling through their daily lives. …
Most people know about depression causing physical symptoms, but there are ways that it can also impact your eating habits. How are depression and eating linked, then? At Promises, we offer depression treatment programs that can effectively help you overcome this mental health concern. Contact us today by calling 844.875.5609. Exploring the Link Between Depression …
Mental health disorders are widely stigmatized, as is help-seeking. Largely the result of misunderstandings, attitudes that perpetuate negative and judgmental ideas about mental health struggles can be extremely damaging. Many believe that a mental illness is a weakness or that people who have one are lazy, lack willpower, or have a character flaw. It is …
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Weather can absolutely affect a person’s mental health, including addiction. Everyone has different triggers that activate their mental health symptoms. One person’s cheerful sunshine can be a reminder of a traumatic event for another. Are you wondering, how does weather impact addiction? Learn more about the connection between weather and addiction and our addiction treatment …
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can happen to anyone. Some people walk away from a traumatic event without it having a lasting impact, but others aren’t so lucky. There’s no apparent reason some people develop PTSD while others don’t. However, when it develops, healing is possible with the support of professional PTSD treatment programs. PTSD symptoms …
A “nervous breakdown” is a term often thrown around casually. People say they’re “having a nervous breakdown” when what they really mean is that they feel overwhelmed or stressed. However, a nervous breakdown is an actual mental health event that requires the support of a mental health treatment center. A nervous breakdown is a type …
Do you believe that you or someone you love is struggling with depression? If so, it’s essential to know that there are different types of depression, each with its own symptoms. For example, atypical depression is a specific form of major depressive disorder (MDD). Mental health experts and professionals call it “atypical” precisely because symptoms …
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Depression is a mental health issue that can disrupt a person’s life in all ways. You might wonder: is my loved one struggling with depression? Sometimes it can be difficult to tell if someone is going through a tough time or is dealing with depression. If you feel that you or a loved one is …
Researchers from the University of Connecticut Health Center and Elements Behavioral Health find that complex post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is not simply a subtype of borderline personality disorder (BPD). According to their recent findings, people affected by BPD often have diagnosable symptoms of complex PTSD. The latter is an unofficial but scientifically verified form of …
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You receive a memo from your supervisor that you’re to update a group of managers on a project, and you have only a few days to prepare. The thought of standing before the group makes your head spin, your heart beat out a staccato rhythm, and your palms sweat. You want to dive under your …