Mental Health Issues

We all have the choice to be transparent about our issues and use it to change the culture and dialogue about mental health issues, or we can continue a culture of silence around an issue that affects nearly all of us.

The stress of being a nationally recognized politician can be extremely overwhelming. Some politicians handle it with poise and some do not. This article outlines the mental health issues of four politicians and how they handled them.

Several Oregon newspapers are calling on Democrat Rep. David Wu to resign for erratic behavior. It seems that the behavior was apparently brought on by mental health difficulties.

a brief overview of the challenges living with and working with individuals with mental health and substance abuse issues

This is an spotlight piece about a worthy organization and what they are doing to make the world a better and safer place. Hopefully, it can inspire someone to do some good in their own community.

Examine the meaning of wise counsel in today’s society.

Any time an athlete commits suicide is a tragedy. The sporting community is mourning the loss of four gifted athletes.

The Hopi Tribe's Office of Special Needs and Raising Special Kids have announced that they will be hosting the Hopi Disability Conference on Aug. 4-5 at the Moencopi Legacy Inn, located in Tuba City.

The rights of an adult extend to choosing to confront their mental illness or not. Here is why parents need to be aware of any possible dangers lurking in their teens.

Engaging in daily routines, working and having healthy relationships with others can seem impossible when you live with depression.

Here are probably the top 3 reasons why you might be feeling depressed and a little something you can do about it. All healing begins, first, with understanding the reasons for the depression.

We all want to believe we are good -- we say things like: "I am a good person", or "that wasn't my intention". Did you know that there is a popular saying that says: The road to hell is paved with good intentions -- ? Read further.

A look into the theories behind why women experience higher rates of depression than men.

Coping with a depressed spouse isn't easy but it's possible and if you love your partner than it's important you do all you can to make your marriage work despite the condition he/she has.

My struggle with depression began with my childhood. Later, it helped destroy my marriage. Through my faith in Jesus Christ, I found hope.

We've all felt like we were of two minds about something, but what if you really were?

Early detection of depression is very important because you may be able to prevent it from worsening and can possibly bring it under control.

Mental Health treatment is a problem for many Americans especially since 38 million have no private insurance. Are there ways to get coverage for mental health treatment. Yes there are ways.

If you live with depression, here is what you need to know about potential physical health complications.

Depression is a cluster of emotional disorders that fall under one umbrella or general title known as depression. There are several subdivisions within that depression group.

When facing a sentence on a criminal conviction, you may want to consider using your health status and age as factors for the judge, or jury, to consider - here is why.

Treating low level depression.

Families with incarcerated loved ones and spouses with severe depression typically think of the situation as ambiguous presence. Are they able to participate in family functions, discussions, decisions and act as a productive and active family member?

To be the victor over your depression, you first have to try and stay positive about life and yourself. You have to become your own best friend.

Presented here is an article which explores the practice of isolating and why it is so harmful to people.

Counseling is a new and scary experience, but it has many benefits when used; here is what they are and how they help a person reduce anxiety.

So many people could use counseling these days but refuse to go. It doesn't even have to be a professional. Sometimes it could just be a much wiser person that knows your situation. Better yet, a church.

This article gives one a general overview of what counseling will be like, namely that, while scary at first, it is in the end helpful and non-threatening.

Depression is debilitating for millions of people and its causes are varied and complicated. What can you do about depression?

Efective counseling is an art. This article is directed towards those who want some basic information about counseling as a career.

Given recent attitude changes toward Mental Health Issues & a growing number of those with depression, the safety of alternative drugs has come into question.

For many Senior Citizens, the subject of Mental Health and depression is still a taboo area, a topic best avoided. Especially in men, depression is not recognized as a 'valid" illness, but more of a signal of personal weakness in character, never to be admitted.