Mental Notes: A Psychology Blog

Introduction According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, approximately 18.1 percent of the U.S. population struggles with an anxiety disorder. However, among this population, only 36.9 percent receive treatment for their condition. Medication is one of the most effective options to treat anxiety disorders. A lot of people are hesitant about taking these drugs,

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Introduction The majority of Americans (64 percent) report being happy in their relationships. However, what about the other 36 percent, though? For those who are struggling with relationship problems or marriage problems, it’s important to understand the root causes of these issues. Because of this, below are some of the most common questions about relationship

Introduction According to the Centers for Disease Control, approximately 6.1 million children in the United States have been diagnosed with Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (or ADHD). Additionally, roughly 4.4 percent of American adults struggle with this condition as well. Despite the prevalence, ADHD is confusing, and there’s a lot of misinformation circulating about it. So, for

Introduction Mental health jargon and Medical Jargon can be difficult to understand. We understand that without proper information, you cannot fully understand what is going on. Below is a list of Abbreviations, and then a Glossary of terms, to help explain some of the jargon in a way that is not so jargony. Abbreviations Explained

Introduction There are hundreds of thousands of counselors working in the U.S., there’s still a shortage of professionals who are qualified to treat conditions like anxiety and depression. According to the American Psychological Association, nearly one-third of therapists are seeing more patients than ever. They’re even turning patients away because their schedules are so full.

Introduction According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, approximately 1 percent of adults in the U.S. (roughly 2.2 million people) have been diagnosed with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (or OCD). Many are familiar with or have heard of OCD, but there are still a lot of misconceptions about this condition. Some of the most frequently

Introduction According to the the Mayo Clinic, many addicts are not able to recognize that they have a problem and often times will not seek out treatment on their own. In many cases, a person needs to hear from a close friend, family member, or other loved one before they realize the seriousness of their