Mad in America

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Researchers in Australia assigned more than 1,000 young teenagers to one of two classes: either a typical middle-school health class or one that taught a version of a mental-health treatment called dialectical behavior therapy, or DBT. Another, they were told to sleep more, eat right, and exercise.

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Dialectical Behavior Therapy Sleep and mental health Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Self-awareness 128

Mad in America

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

F ollowing my recent experience of antidepressant withdrawal and having worked in psychiatry for nearly 20 years as a registered mental health nurse, I now have a very critical view on what good mental health treatment and recovery should look like. I have seen this merry-go-round all too often.

Trauma and the brain 141

Trauma and the brain Sleep and mental health Personality disorders Self-awareness 141

The Anxiety Guy

APRIL 11, 2025

What Ive seen: Clients who begin incorporating this 35 times a day report fewer panic sensations, clearer thinking, and better sleep. Its especially effective right before a triggering event or transition, like getting in the car or going to bed. What Ive seen: Self-touch can often unlocks tears or emotional release.

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Sleep and mental health Self-awareness 92

Mad in America

JUNE 17, 2024

The mania, paranoia, delusional thoughts and rage I’d been experiencing in the days and weeks leading up to this event became an untenable crisis. Overwhelmed, I sought help from my VA mental health team. In response to how quickly my mental health had devolved, my husband was concerned I might have a brain tumor.

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Trauma and the brain Sleep and mental health Aging and mental health Self-awareness 134

Center for Integrative Psychiatry

MARCH 30, 2025

However, when stress becomes chronic, it can take a serious toll on our mental and physical well-being. April is Stress Awareness Month, a time dedicated to helping people recognize, manage, and reduce stress for a healthier, happier life. Why Is Stress Awareness Month Important?

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Resilience and coping Self-awareness Sleep and mental health Breathing techniques 52

Mad in America

AUGUST 10, 2024

It will be easier to dive into the depths of darkness and despair that I went through as a mental health patient if I start with a story of hope. I am typing this blog in the back of a taxi wending its way to the airport through the hilly landscape of Sardinia, my beautiful daughter sleeping in the seat beside me.

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Sleep and mental health Aging and mental health Trauma and the brain Social Services 119

Child Mind Intitute

JANUARY 28, 2025

But did you know that this simple practice of putting pen to paper has decades of scientific backing as a tool for mental health and personal growth? Heres why mental health professionals recommend journaling and what research tells us about its benefits. Emotional and physical health benefits of expressive writing.

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Sleep and mental health Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Self-awareness Construction 52

Mad in America

JANUARY 3, 2025

I wasnt aware that a retail store could have a jail. It was clear to me that the whole succession of events had happened because I was in public disgrace. Then I caught the eye of a mental health worker whose look seemed to say, Dont encourage her. And that upstanding self was gone so I wasnt going back anywhere.

Retail 112

Retail Sleep and mental health Hospitality Self-awareness 112

Lightwork

APRIL 10, 2025

Life’s challenging experiences can leave deep emotional scars that persist long after the initial event. For women, unresolved trauma can manifest in unique ways, impacting mental health through anxiety, depression, and complex emotional responses.

Trauma and the brain 52

Trauma and the brain Sleep and mental health Self-awareness Cognitive Behavioral Therapy 52

Lightwork

JUNE 5, 2025

Understanding High-Functioning Anxiety in Women High-functioning anxiety presents a unique paradox in women’s mental health. Recognizing these symptoms early allows you to take proactive steps toward managing your mental health.

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Sleep and mental health Genetics and mental health Self-awareness Mental health advocacy 59

Lightwork

JANUARY 23, 2025

These momentswhether we plan them or notcan include changes in our careers, shifts in relationships, health problems, or personal growth. These changes can be overwhelming, causing uncertainty and stress that affect our mental well-being. During such periods, it’s crucial to prioritize your mental health.

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Resilience and coping Sleep and mental health Self-awareness Cognitive Behavioral Therapy 52

Center for Integrative Psychiatry

APRIL 3, 2025

More individuals are exploring holistic healing for PTSD, incorporating natural remedies, alternative therapies, and lifestyle changes to promote emotional and mental well-being. This article will explore natural remedies for PTSD, alternative therapies, and self-care practices that can support long-term healing.

PTSD recovery 52

PTSD recovery Nutrition and mood Trauma and the brain Sleep and mental health 52

Lightwork

MARCH 27, 2025

Introduction Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) affects millions of people worldwide, yet remains one of the most misunderstood mental health conditions. Facts About Living with OCD Living with OCD means navigating a complex mental health condition that affects every aspect of daily life.

Neurotransmitters and mental health 52

Neurotransmitters and mental health Sleep and mental health Genetics and mental health Self-awareness 52

Mad in America

JUNE 22, 2024

W ith all the recent coverage of the youth mental health crisis and the role of social media, little attention has been given to the way platforms like TikTok promote certain narratives about mental health—shifting not only the conversation but also the way mental health issues are actually experienced.

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Sleep and mental health Aging and mental health Self-awareness Childhood trauma 140

Mad in America

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Vibrant Says… Vibrant Emotional Health (Vibrant) is described as “one of the nation’s leading mental health organizations.” But never have I ever ‘secret shopped’ anything in the ‘mental health’ world before. Mental health system providers rarely apologize, so that was meaningful even if only a small thing.

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Sleep and mental health Self-awareness Resilience and coping Hospitality 138

Mad in America

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

She’s the author of The Anatomy of Anxiety and takes a functional medicine approach to mental health. I said, “On paper everything’s great, but I’m struggling with this existential feeling of being 38, single, childless, increasingly aware of mortality.” She considers the whole person and addresses imbalance at the root.

Genetics and mental health 105

Genetics and mental health Trauma and the brain Sleep and mental health Nutrition and mood 105

Mad in America

MARCH 2, 2024

Would you tell us a little bit about what it was like for you in the mental health system before you went into withdrawal? In 2009-2010, things did not go well for me due to a combination of extreme insomnia, a seriously diminished self-image, setbacks in all kinds of areas and the partial loss of my social safety net.

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Sleep and mental health Self-awareness Neurotransmitters and mental health Resilience and coping 143

Mad in America

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The vast majority of psychiatrists and non-psychiatric physicians still hold onto the belief, despite overwhelming scientific evidence, that behavioral health disorders are diseases of the brain and for most of these “diseases” the primary and, for many of physicians, the sole treatment is pharmaceuticals!

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Healthcare Sleep and mental health Pharmaceuticals Cognitive Behavioral Therapy 102

Love & Life Toolbox

MAY 26, 2025

This can happen in a very subtle way, or suddenly get flipped on its head with unexpected life events, triggering a drive to burrow down more snuggly into what really matters to us. These times can occur without awareness of them initially. Mid-life is a common time for this to happen as your awareness of aging sharpens.

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Self-awareness Aging and mental health Sleep and mental health 45

Mad in America

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

For months, the GP had focused on an alleged traumatic event causing her significant psychological distress. They could not recall any traumatic event, confirming instead a stable and nurturing home life. There have also been notable shifts in the types of traumatic events leading to PTSD.

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Resilience and coping Self-awareness Sleep and mental health Nutrition and mood 142

Zencare

MARCH 3, 2025

Mental health professionals recommend ongoing support to help manage mood swings, prevent relapses, and ensure overall well-being. Sleep deprivation with little need for rest. Common triggers include: Sleep disturbances: Lack of sleep or irregular sleep patterns. Talking rapidly and jumping between ideas.

Bipolar disorder 52

Bipolar disorder Sleep and mental health Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Healthcare 52

Mad in America

OCTOBER 19, 2023

In late 2022, the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) issued a public request for grant proposals, and our organization was chosen to create and operate a peer respite in Southern Oregon. In the year since the Oregon Health Authority issued its Intent to Award notice, Oregon’s peer respite’s have come under attack from many sides.

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Sleep and mental health Hospitality Legal Nonprofits 112