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Many organizations, clinics, and research programs are working hard to understand the complex disorder known as Schizophrenia. It is believed that the cause is based on a combination of genetics and environment. Issues with certain naturally occurring brain chemicals, such as neurotransmitters called dopamine and glutamate, may also be contributors. As we work hard to understand and treat Schizophrenia we are looking for volunteers that can help.

Take control of your mental health journey. Participate in a free medical study. Help us find a breakthrough treatment option that could help so many people like you.

"Vulnerability sounds like truth and feels like courage. Truth and courage aren’t always comfortable, but they're never weakness." — Brené Brown

It can be hard for parents to cope with their child's mental health diagnosis. Questions about your child’s mental state can cause guilt, frustration, and confusion. Remember that it’s ok to have these feelings but it is very important to not live those feelings daily.

There are resources that can help you don’t do it alone.

Journal about your feelings and experience it may help a parent like you.

Take care of yourself. You can’t be there for them if you are not in a good headspace.

"You are not your illness. You have an individual story to tell. You have a name, a history, a personality. Staying yourself is part of the battle." — Julian Seifter

Over 50 million people in America alone are living with mental illness. The National Alliance on Mental Illness reports that as many as 675 000 may be confined to an institution or devote significant time there because they lack the capacity for self-care, and another 1 billion wish their condition was treatable.

Tackling depression should not wait until it gets worse! Take control of your mental health journey. Participate in a free medical study. Help us find a breakthrough treatment option that could help so many people like you.

Children with bipolar disorder and depression need to be educated about their mental illness in mind.

When educating these children, remember these accommodations that can help them be successful:

✷Plans for unstructured class time
✷Prior notice before changes in routines
✷Seating, limits distractions
✷Intentional schedules allow the child to tackle the most challenging tasks at a time they are most equipped to be successful

When the adults in the child’s life work together, everyone wins.

“At times, being bipolar can be an all-consuming challenge, requiring a lot of stamina and even more courage, so if you’re living with this illness and functioning at all, it’s something to be proud of, not ashamed of.

They should issue medals along with the steady stream of medication.”

— Carrie Fisher

Bipolar Disorder creates a pattern of manic and depressive states that make a sufferer has difficulty maintaining routines in life.

Fortunately, there are treatments and therapies that can help a person diagnosed with bipolar disorder live a healthy productive life:

👁‍🗨 Psychotherapy - can consist of cognitive behaviour therapy, family therapy, and interpersonal therapy
👁‍🗨 Medication - can include antidepressants, mood stabilizers, and antipsychotics.
👁‍🗨 Lifestyle Changes - can include exercise, regular sleep, and eating a healthy diet

“Please hear this: There are not ‘schizophrenics,’ there are people with schizophrenia.”

-Elyn Saks

Manic depressive illness or bipolar disorder is a mental illness that causes extreme highs and lows and affects over 60 million people. Manic symptoms can present like:

✔️Excessive talking
✔️Trouble sleeping
✔️Irritability
✔️Impared judgment
✔️Euphoria

“You, me, us - the OCD sufferers of the world are so much more than our fears.”

-Sebastian Temlett

Pediatric Schizophrenia is a topic often avoided by many adults. It is uncomfortable and parents with children who suffer may fear isolation and misunderstanding.

It is important to spread awareness by knowing the facts about pediatric schizophrenia:

🩹Symptoms can start slowly over time or quickly appear.
🩹There is no cure but there are a variety of treatments including medication, therapy, and programs.
🩹Children may have a hard time understanding what is a dream and what is reality.

Child Mind Institute is a non-profit organization that works to transform the lives of children and their families as they are struggling to cope with mental illness and learning disorders.

Their work revolves around 3 mission areas:
👌🏽Science - working to uncover causes of learning disorders and mental health
👌🏽 Education - providing resources and public awareness campaigns to help families cope
👌🏽 Care - providing mental health care to children with financial aid available

Living with Schizophrenia can be a challenge even on good days. It is important to practice self-care along with taking your medications. Some self-care tips you can do to deal with your diagnosis are:

🌍 Get enough sleep: sleep helps keep you calm which allows you to cope with life better.
🌍 Eat a healthy diet: you can avoid psychosis brought on by low blood sugar levels.
🌍 Make a plan: there are going to be times when you aren’t feeling well and it may be too late to relay what you need. Make a plan ahead of time for these moments.

Depression and Depressive Disorders are when feelings of sadness and hopelessness persist.

Major depressive disorder plagues over 17.3 million adults. Some of the commons symptoms are:

🌺Emotional outbursts in even small situations
🌺Persistent exhaustion
🌺Feelings of worthlessness or shame
🌺Eating problems
🌺Sleep disturbance

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is challenging for a person but when you add that to relationships with others, it requires unique strategies to help all involved.

One area of concern is the workplace.
OCD in the workplace can manifest in:

🌻Avoiding certain tasks due to fear of failure
🌻Missing deadlines due to trouble focusing
🌻Avoiding asking for help leads to a lack of collegiality

Symptoms of in children can mock symptoms of other diagnoses such as #, autism spectrum , or other disorders.

Symptoms of childhood OCD are:

✍🏼 Worry about germs or getting sick
✍🏼 Obsession with things being perfect
✍🏼 Extreme fear of something bad happening
✍🏼 Frequent apologizing
✍🏼 Excessive checking and rechecking

“There is hope, even when your brain tells you there isn’t”.

- John Green

Are you a caregiver to someone who is has a mental illness diagnosis? Do you need resources? Join us today at 12 noon. This webinar is free and it's not too late to register.

“And if today all you did was hold yourself together, I’m proud of you.”

- Unknown

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Pediatric bipolar disorder is a serious illness that affects children's moods. It can be hard to diagnose in kids because their behavior may change suddenly and extremely, which makes it difficult for doctors who aren't familiar with the signs of this condition or its symptoms--such as irritability/ aggressiveness; constant Energy enhancements (e); excessive happiness but also sadness over small things.

If you know someone with a pediatric bipolar diagnosis that would be interested in helping us identify treatment options, reach out to us today.

We are so excited about our Wellness Wednesday event.

“Your Mental Health Matters Too: Q&A for families of individuals suffering from mental illness”

Join us on August 3, 2022, from 12 pm-1 pm.

Visit us to register for this free, virtual event. It isn’t too late to register!

depression is a condition characterized by extreme mood swings with symptoms such as…

❇️Extreme highs and lows
❇️Speaking quickly
❇️Requiring less sleep
❇️Risky behavior
❇️Agitation
❇️Disorganized thoughts
❇️Trouble concentrating

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