Caregiver burnout is a critical yet underrecognized issue among individuals who support loved ones with severe mental health disorders such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. As informal caregiving often extends over years, caregivers experience sustained psychological, emotional, and even physical burdens. These strains are compounded...
Understanding High-Functioning Depression: A Hidden Mental Health Challenge High-functioning depression represents one of the most misunderstood forms of depression, where individuals maintain their daily responsibilities while silently battling persistent depressive symptoms. Clinically referred to as persistent depressive disorder (PDD), this condition affects millions of people...
When seeking treatment for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), understanding the evidence behind different therapeutic approaches can help you make informed decisions about your care. Two of the most widely studied trauma-focused therapies are Prolonged Exposure (PE) therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) ....
The relationship between psychoactive substances and mental health is complex, with growing evidence linking cannabis—specifically its main active components, Delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (Δ9-THC) and Delta-8-tetrahydrocannabinol (Δ8-THC)—and other illegal drugs to the onset and worsening of psychosis and schizophrenia. Understanding these associations is crucial for public health, especially...