If you are living with a mental health condition, prescription medication may be a normal part of your daily life. Medication management and sticking to a treatment plan is crucial. You may need to closely monitor your medications, doses, and side effects. On PatientsLikeMe, we have members managing a wide range of conditions with all… Continue reading Why is Proper Medication Management so Important for Mental Health?
Category: Mental Health
Understanding Mania and Manic Episodes
Mania and manic episodes are among the many symptoms of a mood disorder known as bipolar disorder. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, bipolar disorder is “a mental illness that causes unusual shifts in a person’s mood, energy, activity levels, and concentration.” There are three types of bipolar disorder: bipolar I, bipolar II… Continue reading Understanding Mania and Manic Episodes
Seasonal Depression in the Summer
For many, the summer months are a joyous time. Vacations, sunny days, and shorter nights. A chance to just relax and kick back with your family. Or even, time to enjoy the things you don’t normally get to during the rest of the year. But, for others, summertime can result in an unexpected depressive period,… Continue reading Seasonal Depression in the Summer
Medications for Treating Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar Disorder Symptoms Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder characterized by periods of severe depression and hypomania and/or manic episodes depending on the type of bipolar disorder one is diagnosed with. To determine if a person has bipolar disorder a medical professional may evaluate the following: Bipolar Disorder Diagnosis This condition is usually diagnosed by… Continue reading Medications for Treating Bipolar Disorder
The Benefits of Cold Plunging and Cold Therapy for Chronic Pain and Chronic Illness
Chilling Benefits? What to Know About Cold Plunges Cold plunging and cold therapy, also known as cryotherapy, have gained popularity for their potential benefits in managing chronic pain and chronic diseases. Let’s explore the science behind this buzzed-about therapy and its potential to improve health and wellness. Understanding Cold Therapy and Cold Plunging Cold therapy,… Continue reading The Benefits of Cold Plunging and Cold Therapy for Chronic Pain and Chronic Illness
Navigating Job Interviews with a Mental Health Condition: Tips for Success
Estimated reading time: 3 minutes Living with a mental health condition? See these helpful pointers for your next job interview Job interviews can be nerve-wracking for anyone, but for those living with mental health conditions, they can present unique challenges. From deciding whether to disclose your condition to managing interview anxiety, there’s a lot to… Continue reading Navigating Job Interviews with a Mental Health Condition: Tips for Success
Types of Depression
Although feeling down is a normal part of life, persistent and constant feelings of sadness could mean that you have a type of clinical depression. There are many different types of depression. Events in your life cause some, while chemical changes in your brain cause others. With the right help, most types of depression are… Continue reading Types of Depression
Is Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) a Disability?
“According to the World Health Organization (WHO), about 280 million people worldwide have depression, which is around 3.8% of the global population.” It is known to cause immense emotional distress and hinder a person’s ability to function when left untreated. Because of this, depression or MDD is considered a psychiatric disability under the Americans with… Continue reading Is Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) a Disability?
Difference Between Depression and Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
Depression is a mental illness that can have mild, moderate, or severe symptoms. Clinical depression, also known as MDD or major depressive disorder, is the most severe form of depression. This is different from the depression one might experience because of grief or another medical condition. Symptoms of Major Depressive Disorder Health professionals have a… Continue reading Difference Between Depression and Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
Types of Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder is a mood condition that dysregulates an individual’s mood, energy, activity levels, and concentration. When extreme shifts in these moods are occurring, it can feel difficult to accomplish everyday tasks. Medical professionals agree that there are three main types, though type I and type II are most diagnosed. According to Medical News Today,… Continue reading Types of Bipolar Disorder