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Narcissistic Personality Disorder Explained

Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) – ever heard of someone who's totally self-absorbed, needs constant admiration, and lacks empathy? That's the gist of it, but NPD is way more complex than…

P R I O R December 22, 2024

Schizoaffective Disorder Understanding the Illness

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Schizoaffective Disorder Understanding the Illness

Schizoaffective disorder, a complex mental illness, blends the hallmarks of schizophrenia and mood disorders like bipolar disorder. It's not just one thing; symptoms can wildly vary from person to person,…

P R I O R December 22, 2024

Seasonal Affective Disorder Understanding the Winter Blues

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Seasonal Affective Disorder Understanding the Winter Blues

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), also known as the "winter blues," is more than just feeling a little down during the colder months. It's a type of depression that follows a…

P R I O R December 22, 2024

Persistent Depressive Disorder A Deep Dive

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Persistent Depressive Disorder A Deep Dive

Persistent depressive disorder, also known as dysthymia, isn't your average case of the blues. It's a chronic, low-grade depression that casts a long shadow over daily life, impacting everything from…

P R I O R December 21, 2024

Generalized Anxiety Disorder Understanding and Coping

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Generalized Anxiety Disorder Understanding and Coping

Generalized anxiety disorder, or GAD, isn't just feeling stressed; it's a constant, overwhelming worry that impacts nearly every aspect of life. Imagine that feeling of impending doom, the knot in…

P R I O R December 21, 2024

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Panic Disorder Understanding and Coping

Panic disorder: It’s that gut-wrenching feeling of impending doom, the racing heart, the shortness of breath—a total body freak-out that seemingly comes out of nowhere. But it’s not just a…

P R I O R December 20, 2024

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Mental Health and Substance Abuse A Complex Interplay

Mental health and substance abuse are deeply intertwined, a messy dance of overlapping symptoms and shared risk factors. It's not just about addiction; it's about understanding how mental health conditions…

P R I O R December 19, 2024

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Mental Health and Domestic Violence

Mental health and domestic violence are tragically intertwined, creating a devastating cycle of abuse and trauma. This isn't just about physical bruises; it's about the deep emotional scars left by…

P R I O R December 19, 2024