Psychopathy vs. Sociopathy
Psychopathy and sociopathy are two very different and real features of antisocial personality disorder. Oftentimes these two terms are used interchangeably to describe someone who may seem out of touch with reality, however, the behaviors of a psychopath differ...
Places to Go to During a Mental Health Crisis
According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, one in five Americans will experience mental illness each year. Whether you are currently dealing with a mental illness or not, it’s always a good idea to to have a plan for how to deal with a crisis situation....
Characteristics of Passive Aggressive Behavior
Are you passive aggressive? Everyone exhibits passive-aggressive behavior from time to time, especially at times when we are uncomfortable with speaking openly. Passive aggressive behavior is complex, but essentially it means being discreet about one’s hostility and...
Mental Illness and College Students
When high school graduates leave for the first time to go to college, the focus is typically on what classes they’ll be taking, scholarships, school loans, and their new dorm rooms, but some of the focus should be on preparation for how their mental health could be...
Fighting the Winter Blues
When the thermostat dips down, many people struggle with feelings of depression and lethargy. Those who suffer from seasonal affective disorder (SAD) are not the only people who wrestle with the feelings of depression during the cold months. Shorter days, cold...
Your First Meeting With a Therapist
So you’ve done your research and have finally found a great therapist for you. The next step is to meet with the therapist and there is a certain level of anxiety associated with meeting a therapist for the first time. If you are completely new to therapy and...
Starting the Year Off Right
Every year offers a fresh start. New Year’s resolutions are so common, but people often have a hard time keeping them. You can avoid this issue by carefully thinking about your resolutions and planning how to accomplish them. The most important part of working toward...
Why Mental Health Education is Important
Mental health issues affect 1 in 4 children or adolescents in the United States. Most people who develop a mental disorder experience symptoms by age 24. Suicide is the third leading cause of death for people between 15 and 24. While public schools have increased...
Male Suicide is Widespread and Reaching Epidemic Levels
It’s a topic that doesn’t get much attention, but it also isn’t getting any better. In 2014, male suicide accounted for 76% of all worldwide suicides. It is considered the silent epidemic, as men are 4 times more likely to commit suicide than women, but it largely...
The Benefits of Volunteering
With the holiday season approaching, there are many opportunities available to help out your community and volunteer. Although our schedules may be busy, if there is some time left in your schedule to volunteer, you should. The benefits to volunteering are many and...