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Guest Post: The Difference Between Mental Health & Mental Illness by Amelia Blackwater

Bipolar Bandit

Mental health reflects “our emotional, psychological, & social well-being.”. The main groups of mental disorders are: * Anxiety disorders. Eating disorders ex. Mood disorders ex. depression or bipolar. Personality disorders ex. borderline personality disorder. Psychotic disorders ex.

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The Learning Curve of Mental Health

My Brains Not Broken

Sometimes it’s a mental health or psychological term. After ten years of living with depression and anxiety, there’s still a lot to learn. When I first started experiencing anxiety and depression, there was a lot to learn. At the time, no one I knew had gone through bouts of depression.

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Depression & Perfectionism

Gateway Foundation

Depression is a complex condition that can significantly impact how a person views themselves and society. While researchers haven’t found one particular cause of the condition, many studies reveal a strong connection between depression and perfectionism. How Perfectionism Leads to Depression. What Is Perfectionism?

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Psychological Effects of Being Adopted on Child Development

All For Kids

However, it’s important to acknowledge that it can also present unique challenges and complexities through the psychological effects of adoption. During this time, children may struggle with self-esteem, a sense of belonging, and other psychological effects of being adopted.

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Why Do I Think Everything Is My Fault?

Nnatasha Tracy

This is a personal inclination of mine, psychologically, I suspect, but it's also impacted by depression. It's remarkable, actually. No matter what happens and no matter what other people do, it always feels like I made it happen. If you feel like everything is your fault, read on as to why that might be and what to do about it.

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Breaking Down Mental Health Terms: What are Should Statements?

My Brains Not Broken

A should statement (aka should thinking ) is a psychological term that refers to a pattern of negative thinking that can lead to, or exacerbate, symptoms of mental health disorders. In addition, it can bring on feelings of anxiety and depression, creating a bigger mental health challenge for people to overcome.

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Social Work Can Play a Critical Role in Pain Management

Social Work Blog

She emphasizes that social workers play a critical role in helping people manage their chronic pain, as well as those who may have developed an opioid misuse disorder. The DSM-V notes that pain disorders relate to psychological factors. Always start where the client is, she suggests, and validate their feelings.

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