Mental health is as crucial as physical health, yet it often receives less attention and understanding. It encompasses our emotional, psychological, and social well-being, affecting how we think, feel, and act in daily life. The significance of maintaining good mental health cannot be overstated—it enables us to manage stress, make choices, and connect with others […]
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Mental Illness, Not Mental Weakness
Cancer survivors are often refer to as heroes. Why don’t mental health sufferers get the same recognition? Nine out of ten people believe that those with mental illnesses can improve if they wish to. Five out of ten people say mental illness is a sign of weakness. Shafiqah, a mental-health advocate with borderline personality disorder […]
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Definition/Description The most common mental disorder is generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). Anxiety disorders affect up to 20% of the adult population each year. The symptoms of a generalized anxiety disorder include fear, worry, and a feeling of overwhelming. Generalized anxiety disorder can be characterized by excessive and unreasonable worry about daily things. The worry can […]