However, research focuses exclusively on combinations of, or a specific, mental illness. This study investigates the hypothesis that complete mental health is a protective factor against, while mental illness is a risk factor for, chronic (physical) conditions with age. Mental health is conceived ...
We know the toll that chronicstresscan take on the body, mind, and spirit. Not only have the events of the past 12 months taken their toll on our mental health, but our physical health has suffered as well. This is not surprising given the inextricable link between physical and...
For several reasons, online therapy can be a beneficial and convenient alternative to in-person therapy. For example, in a recent study published in Technology in Mental Health, therapists reported that they often reached a diverse population of clients who appreciated the convenience and therapeutic...
For some people, psychosis symptoms subside on their own with short-term interventions. However, some individuals may work closely with a mental health professional to establish a long-term treatment plan, including, but not limited to, continuous medication management and ongoing therapy. There are ...
(2009). Chronic illnesses in Canadian children: what is the effect of illness on academic achievement, and anxiety and emotion disorders? Child: Care, Health and Development, 35, 391-401.Martinez, Y.J., & Ercikan, K. (2009). Chronic illnesses in Canadian children: what is the effect of...
A person can experience poor mental health without a mental illness diagnosis. However, if left unchecked, poor mental health can have a significant negative impact on your overall wellness, even resulting in some types of chronic conditions. This is one of the main reasons that someone ...
Living life with a chronic illness is definitely not easy. But I do my best to push through all the barriers this illness puts in front of me! In my heart and mind, I believe maintaining a positive outlook on all situations in life will carry us through
In addition to an increase in the need for psychiatric care with the rise in mental health conditions, getting that care can be difficult. Over half of individuals with a mental health condition do not receive treatment. Approximately 11% of adults and youth with mental illness areuninsured.This...
Burnout, a term introduced by Freudenberger and North, describes a state of emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and reduced personal efficacy arising from chronic workplace stress [1]. Among mental health professionals, burnout is an increasingly recognized concern due to the emotionally intense natu...
For example: if you have chronic anxiety and depression, you may havetrouble sleeping, thus, putting your physical health at risk. Science has also proven that people who suffer from mental illness have lower immunity. This can cause them to get sick easier. ...