How Do You Know You Have Bipolar Disorder?

Sometimes over-the-top, erratic, and over-reactive, at other times dark, intense, and apathetic — these are all terms that may be used to describe those going through the highs and lows of bipolar disorder. But with it being a cyclical illness, it can…

How do you know you have PTSD?

Have you gone through a traumatic event? A traumatic event is any happening that overwhelms our ability to cope. This could be horrific situations in war, domestic violence, natural disasters, hate crimes, or even “smaller” and more personal events.

Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar Disorder at a Glance

Individuals with a sibling or parent who exhibits bipolar disorder have a higher risk for displaying the illness themselves than others without such family history. Symptoms of bipolar disorder can sometimes look much like…

PTSD: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

PTSD at a Glance

PTSD can arise as a reaction to any sort of dangerous, scary, or stressful situation, real or perceived. PTSD can seriously impair one’s ability to function. Every trauma is different, so PTSD treatment should be…

Self-Exploration — LGBTQ+

How do I know if I’m LGBTQ+?

Here’s some advice for those questioning:

• Educate yourself on all the possibilities. For example, maybe you have some days where you feel like a man and other days where you feel like a…

Phobia

Phobia at a Glance

Phobia is a type of anxiety disorder with some similar physical symptoms and emotional responses as that of anxiety itself, the difference being that phobias are fears of specific things as opposed to more generalized tension and worry. Traumatic childhood experiences…