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How Do You Know If a Loved One Is in a Manic Episode? 7 Signs to Watch For
Watching someone you love cycle into a manic episode is one of the more disorienting experiences a family member or close friend can face. The person may seem electrified—full of
- by Dana Hinders
You started treatment with hope. You did the work—showing up, taking your medication, and answering the hard questions. And yet, weeks or months later, the heaviness is still there. If...
- by Dana Hinders
When most people picture depression, they picture sadness. Tears, withdrawal, or a person who can’t get out of bed. That picture is real for many people, but it leaves a...
- by Dana Hinders
When a friend or family member is struggling with their mental health, knowing when to step in—and how—can feel impossibly hard. You don’t want to overreact, but you don’t want...
- by Dana Hinders
A dual diagnosis is the clinical term for having two conditions at once: a psychiatric disorder and a substance use disorder. The two conditions can develop in any order, and...
