Mental Health Basics

The human brain is one of the most complex systems in existence. Even the top brain scientists in the world admit that there’s still much about it that we don’t understand. Despite all that we don’t know, however, there is a great deal that researchers have uncovered in the last 20 or 30 years that has had a profound influence on how we view and treat mental illness.

Mental Health: An Introduction

How the Mind Works What is Mental Illness? Newly Diagnosed? You’re Not Alone Snapshot of Mental Illness in the U.S.A Mental Health Myths Overcoming Stigma and Shame Find Care and Treatment

Types and Causes of Mental Illness

Types and Causes Introduction Physical and Biological Factors Environmental and Psychological Factors Warning Signs and Symptoms Depressive Disorders Anxiety Disorders Bipolar Disorder

Helping a Loved One

Helping a Family Member or Friend When Someone You Care About Has a Mental Illness What to Say and Do Someone in Crisis Disclosure and Mental Health Employer Disclosure

Medications, Psychotherapy and More

Treatments for Depression Medications for Depression Depression Medication Side Effects What About Psychotherapy for Depression? What Else May Help With Depression?

Mental Health Basics

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How the Mind Works

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