Bipolar vs. borderline personality disorder (BPD): 3 things you should know
Mental health disorders look different for everyone, as there are more than 200 that have been defined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. And there are many overlapping symptoms between different disorders that can lead to a lack of...
7 top bipolar disorder symptoms in females (as well as other genders)
Mental health is different for everyone, and so are mental health issues. Even if two people have the same diagnosis, that doesn’t mean that they’re living with the same symptoms. That’s why it’s not always easy to recognize mental health disorders, like bipolar...
Bipolar 1 vs. bipolar 2: How are they different?
Mental health, and mental health issues, aren’t straightforward; there are many mental health disorders, with different types and subsets. By learning about the different variations of mental health disorders, like bipolar disorder, you can find the treatment and...
Bipolar disorder quiz: 7 reasons you should take one
We all struggle with our mental health from time to time, especially when we’re going through big life changes or experience an unexpected loss. It’s easy to brush off negative thoughts, emotions and behaviors as temporary, but it’s important to recognize consistent...
Generational trauma: What it is and how to heal from it
We become who we are from traits passed down to us from generation to generation. Not only do your genetics get passed down to influence physical features like your eye color, but there are characteristics that you can inherit as well. For example, personality traits...
The top 5 benefits that teens can get from an IOP
Teens can struggle with a variety of mental health issues, like depression or anxiety. If you are a teen struggling with your mental health, you may be looking for what mental health treatment programs are available for teens. An intensive outpatient program may be an...
7 ways online therapy is beneficial for teens’ mental health
Online therapy has become more available, especially since COVID-19. Online therapy became more widespread because of the pandemic, and it has shown to have lasting benefits and advance the accessibility of therapy for all people, especially young people. Teens often...
What are the short- and long-term effects of self-harm?
When you’re struggling to cope with the problems and changes that life throws at you, you can feel overwhelming negative emotions that seem like they will never go away. And while there are many safe ways to find relief from distress, some people turn to more...
How does it feel to have a mental breakdown?
Life can be overwhelming. From school deadlines to arguing with your best friend, it can feel like the problems are just piling up. Unfortunately, many people struggle under the pressure that everyday problems can pose on their mental and emotional health. This can...