Mental health problems are often challenging to diagnose. Depression is a very common mental illness that can be related to many brain disorders. Treatment for depression depends on the root cause of the patient’s diagnoses and calls for a thorough examination. At Amen Clinics, we strive to identify the root cause of depression. Treatment for…
Bipolar disorder (BD) is a severe and complex brain disorder causing shifts between manic and depressive phases, requiring bipolar disorder treatment. The patient may feel out of control of their lives and unable to participate in daily activities. Episodes of bipolar disorder can lead to dramatic changes in the person’s life, such as a lost…
It seems like every family has at least one relative who excels at creating drama during the holidays. Think about the “crazy maker” at your family gatherings and try to identify them among this cast of characters: • Uncle Jim is intoxicated by 4 pm, then has a brutally honest “nugget” to share with someone…
Many people believe that the holidays are the “most wonderful time of the year.” But many others regard the seasons as a time of additional stress, anxiety and depression. With shorter days and longer lines, it’s no wonder people are more likely to feel overwhelmed and have greater difficulty regulating their mood during the winter…
According to the National Institutes of Mental Health – 51 percent of the U.S. population will suffer from a mental health issue at some point in their lives. Regrettably, the matter of mental health remains shrouded by misconceptions and harmful stereotypes. Many people with mental health problems feel that the stigma and discrimination they experience…
Depression is often difficult to see until the affected person seeks help. When it comes to ABC’s hit show “A Million Little Things,” a friend commits suicide and leaves a wake of confusion behind. The show has brought attention to the nature of suicidal depression. Those who are affected by suicidal depression often present a…
Many women are affected by feelings of hopelessness and depression after giving birth. There is no single cause for this mood disorder, and treatment requires expert care. What Are the “Baby Blues?” It’s natural for mothers to feel unhappiness, sometimes referred to as the “baby blues.” This is a temporary and mild feeling that may…
Chronic illnesses are often misunderstood. On the Netflix series, “Afflicted,” the show presents patients experiencing mysterious chronic illness and follows these patients as they manage symptoms, from depersonalization to chronic fatigue. While the show has drawn criticism for turning patients into a spectacle, some of the illnesses described are often found here at Amen Clinics….
Depression. It’s a word that many of us are all too familiar with. Whether we’re living with it ourselves or seeing the impact it has on a loved one, it may turn into devastating suicidal depression. At Amen Clinics, we understand how monumentally important it is to distinguish between depression and situational sadness or despair….
Many people with mental health concerns have been stigmatized by labels and misconceptions. One of the most misunderstood mental health issues is Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), which is frequently mistaken for bipolar disorder. However, BPD is its own unique mental health condition. What is Borderline Personality Disorder? BPD is characterized by extreme shifts in mood…