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By Casey Portner 0 Comments Mental Health Care

How Social Media Seriously Harms Your Mental Health

The pros and cons of social media on mental health should not be overlooked by any current, or future use of platforms. Only after weighing the factors involved should continued use be determined, because in many cases, social media seriously harms your mental health. Countless cases show the correlation between social media use and mental health in young adults, fully formed individuals, and even children.
But how social media affects mental health is not being spoken about enough, and this leads to ignorance by users across all platforms. Our masters in mental health counseling have created this breakdown in hopes that the Counseling of Southwest Florida team can help you figure out if social media is good or bad for your mental health.
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By Casey Portner Bipolar Disorder, Mental Health Care ,

Bipolar 1 vs. Bipolar 2: A Complete Breakdown

To many people, bipolar disorder is one mental health disorder. They know little about it other than what they see in pop culture and may only know that it has to do with a person’s mood. What these people do not know is that this is only part of the story. Bipolar disorder is actually divided into bipolar 1 and bipolar 2, and the differences matter.

 

If you have bipolar disorder yourself or are close to someone who does, then you probably already know the discrepancies. If not, do not worry; our Naples mental health counseling center is breaking down bipolar 1 vs. bipolar 2 for you.

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By Casey Portner Mental Health Care

How to Treat Generalized Anxiety Disorder

Everyone feels anxious at times, but sometimes your worries and fears can interfere with your everyday life and your ability to relax. If you are constantly worried and nervous, you may suffer from common anxiety classified as generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). These feelings of anxiety can be treated with several different approaches.

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By Casey Portner Mental Health Care

Mental Health Awareness in the LGBTQ Community

To commemorate the Stonewall riots, the month of June is recognized as the LGBT Pride Month. Pride events are held all over the country all month long to recognize the impact that LGBTQ people have had on the community, and the world, since the riots in Manhattan in 1969. Rainbows and glitter and dancing, oh my! But there’s much more to be aware of in the gay community, and it refers to mental health.

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By Casey Portner Mental Health Care

Benefits of Exercise to Improve Mental Health

We all know that exercise is good for the body, but it’s also one of the most effective ways to improve your mental health. Exercise improves mental health by reducing anxiety, depression, and negative mood by improving self-esteem and cognitive function. Exercise has also been found to alleviate symptoms such as low self-esteem and social withdrawal.1 It is a powerful medicine for common mental health challenges.

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By Casey Portner Uncategorized ,

Signs Someone is Using

Addiction is far more common than many of us would like to think. This disease affects people of all ages, races, and professions. If you fear that a loved one is struggling with drugs or alcohol, it’s important to know the signs of addiction. Here are major signs someone is an addict, and what to do if your loved one is abusing drugs or alcohol.

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By Casey Portner Mental Health Care

Mental Illness in Young Adults

Being a young adult has its ups and downs, where changes occur physically, mentally, and emotionally. Young adulthood is also a pivotal time for a person’s mental health. Mental health conditions are common among teens and young adults, with 1 in 5 young adults living with a mental health condition.1 Because young adults are known for their mood swings and lack of control, it can be hard to identify if they’re struggling with mental health issues or if they’re simply acting out. Here is more on identifying mental health disorders in young adults.

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By Casey Portner Uncategorized

How to Deal with Seasonal Depression

If the mid-winter days are making you feel less happy than usual, you’re not alone. You may be suffering from something known as seasonal affective disorder, or SAD. SAD is a type of seasonal depression that occurs around the same time every year. These winter blues typically begin in the fall, get worse during the wintertime, and end in spring.

Approximately half a million people in the United States suffer from winter SAD, while 10 to 20% may suffer from a milder form of winter blues.1 Just like depression, seasonal affective disorder is more likely if your family has a history of mood disorders.

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