Adult ADHD: How symptoms change, why diagnosis matters, and what treatment can do by Hannah DeWitt | Jun 4, 2025 | ADHD, Mental Health Topics Misplacing your keys, missing an appointment, or redoing tasks at work happens to everyone now and then. But if these slip-ups are a constant part of your life—meaning you regularly forget plans with friends, struggle to meet deadlines, or feel overwhelmed by everyday organization—you might wonder, “Is it supposed to…
Signs you need to go to a mental hospital—and why it’s necessary only in limited circumstances by Christine Ridley, LCSW | Oct 15, 2024 | Feelings & Emotions, Mental Health Awareness, Mental Health Topics If you’re wondering when to admit yourself to a mental hospital, chances are, you’re experiencing extreme amounts of stress, depression, or anger. These aren’t easy emotions to cope with, even under the best of circumstances. Determining the signs you need to go to a mental hospital can help you understand…
Body dysmorphic disorder: Signs, triggers, treatment, and more by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC | Dec 15, 2023 | Disorders, Mental Health Topics It’s the little things about our appearance that often get to us—some crooked teeth, a few extra pounds, or maybe more gray in our hair than we’d like to see. The idea of perfect, the one our imagination creates, is unrealistic. However, recognizing when our self-judgment transforms into an unhealthy…
ADHD Awareness Month: Understanding, advocating, and making an impact by Jason Crosby | Oct 9, 2023 | ADHD, Mental Health Awareness, Mental Health Topics ADHD Awareness Month serves as a powerful catalyst for positive change. In a world where misconceptions and biases often overshadow the experiences of individuals with ADHD, this dedicated month takes on the crucial task of reshaping attitudes and promoting understanding. It’s a time to combat the myths that have persisted…
Expert ADHD therapy services at Thriveworks: Empowering you to thrive by Theresa Lupcho, LPC | Aug 18, 2023 | ADHD, Mental Health Topics In a world characterized by constant stimuli and demands, individuals grappling with ADHD often find themselves navigating a unique set of challenges. However, ADHD therapy and treatment offers not only a lifeline to individuals seeking to manage the intricate nuances of ADHD but also a pathway towards unlocking their full…
What causes OCD to get worse? by Christine Ridley, LCSW | Jun 20, 2023 | Mental Health Topics, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Obsessive-compulsive disorder, or OCD, is a common mental health disorder that occurs when obsessive thoughts reoccur in an unwanted or intrusive way, and is followed by a compulsive behavior to relieve the unwanted thoughts. While many people with OCD are able to manage their symptoms and live normal lives, OCD…
World Bipolar Day: A time to become educated, spread awareness, and destigmatize bipolar disorder I and II by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC | Mar 27, 2023 | Bipolar Disorder, Mental Health Awareness, Mental Health Topics World Bipolar Day is celebrated on March 30th every year. This day, which focuses exclusively on bipolar disorder I and II, is non-coincidentally the birthday of the famous artist Vincent Van Gogh, who was posthumously diagnosed with bipolar disorder. World Bipolar Day aims to inform and destigmatize the general public…
How to start therapy: Tips on where to start, what you need, and how to find the right therapist for you by Laura Harris, LCMHC | Mar 17, 2023 | Beginning Therapy, Mental Health Topics The decision to go to therapy can be a difficult one, but starting therapy with the right mental health professional is one of the best ways to improve your mental health. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, trauma, borderline personality disorder, feeling overwhelmed, or are unsure of what…
Arguing with someone who has bipolar disorder: Why it’s not a good idea—plus tips for more constructive conversations by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC | Feb 3, 2023 | Bipolar Disorder, Communication, Coping Skills, Mental Health Topics We all experience days when we’re just not in the mood to mince words; which means some conversations may get a little heated under the right circumstances. And often, we tend to snap at the people who are closest to us; the friends and family we care about. Those arguments…
Borderline personality disorder: Symptoms and perspectives by Wistar Murray | May 6, 2022 | Disorders, Mental Health Topics Experts estimate that less than 2% of the general U.S. population has borderline personality disorder (BPD), but roughly 25% of people claim to have experienced a symptom or two of the condition. For example, most of us have felt emotionally volatile at one point or another. We may have become…
Why personality disorders are difficult to treat: Is there a cure? by Taylor Bennett | Dec 7, 2018 | Disorders, Mental Health Topics While there isn’t a cure for personality disorders, there are effective treatment methods out there for those who struggle with these conditions, such as therapy. These clients can often be described as “change-resistant” as they have a particularly difficult time making changes, even when those changes will benefit them. That…
Are personality disorders genetic or environmental? by Taylor Bennett | Dec 6, 2018 | Disorders, Mental Health Topics Personality disorders are characterized by unhealthy thoughts and behaviors that make everyday functioning significantly difficult. The 10 personality disorders have each been analyzed and defined; however, there is still much to understand, such as how and why these disorders develop. Many experts agree that both genetic and environmental factors are…