Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a coping mechanism. It’s a mental disorder that causes people to have incessant thoughts and compulsive urges to do certain things over and over – irrationally. This condition prevents them from maintaining social relationships, holding down a job and having a normal daily routine. Here are 7 ways on how…
Anxiety is a mental condition that has been increasingly on the rise in the last few years. Experts have studied the ”reasons for anxiety increasing over the years” and have found that there are multiple causes for them. Here are 9 of the most common reasons: 1. Social media The internet and social media have…
Mental health is an issue with a lot of stigmas attached to it. People believe that those with mental health issues are nonfunctional or dangerous. However, in reality, we all have our ups and downs. We all need help from time to time. How do you define mental health? Mental health is the state of…
Life is filled with tough, unforeseen circumstances. We all have worries from time to time, but we find that most people who encounter a stressful situation let it get the best of them by allowing it to consume their thoughts, making daily activities difficult. However, there are a few ways you can avoid…
An eating disorder (dysmorphic syndrome) is characterized by an abnormal relationship with food. It may be based on body dissatisfaction and/or eating patterns. The following are the 8 signs of eating disorders: Feeling guilty after eating We all know that eating disorders are serious, and in many cases, deadly. But what…
Schizophrenia is a mental illness that interferes with a person’s ability to think clearly, manage emotions, make decisions and relate to others. Here’s the 9 signs of schizophrenia: Paranoia When you hear the word “paranoia,” do you think of an aggressive person or a cunning one? It turns out that…