Mental Health Obsessions are unwanted thoughts or impulses that cause a person distress. Common Obsessions & Compulsions Common Obsessions * Thoughts or fear of dirt or contamination * Thoughts or fear of losing control * Thoughts or fear of injury to others or self Compulsions are rituals or repeated behaviors that a person does. Common […]
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Mental Health Bipolar disorder is a mood disorder and should be diagnosed by a professional. It used to be called manic-depressive illness. With bipolar disorder, there are feelings of terrible “lows” and there may also be periods of extreme “highs.” With these “highs,” a person feels happy, giddy, elated or euphoric (mania). These cycles of
Mental Health Anxiety is a feeling of dread, fear, or distress. This can be from a real threat or one that exists in the mind. A panic attack is a brief period of acute anxiety that comes on all of a sudden. It occurs when there is no real danger. It comes without warning. Signs
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SELF-CARE CORNER Nearly everyone has anxiety at times. Stressful situations and important events can make you feel edgy or anxious. Sometimes, however, anxiety becomes a health problem. It happens frequently and it interferes with your life. This is called an anxiety disorder. If this happens to you, see your doctor. Treatments can help, including therapy
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SUCCESS OVER STRESS Many people have used the word “anxiety” to simply mean they were worried or stressed about an event. But, are anxiety and stress really the same thing? According to the National Institutes of Mental Health, anxiety can be a different – and serious – mental health illness that goes beyond just stress.
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WELL-BEING Traveling Americans are finding stricter airport screening, long waits, security checks, random searches-and you’re not even off the ground yet. Prepare yourself mentally and physically for the added stress. The Pennsylvania Medical Society offers these tips for avoiding airport anxiety: Know what to expect.Get information about airport rules from your travel agent, the airline,
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