A narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is a serious mental health condition characterized by an increased sense of self-importance, a constant need for attention and admiration, and a distinct lack of empathy. Such individuals may appear selfish and superficial on the outside, while they may be struggling with low self-worth and suicidal thoughts on the inside.…
The family can play a crucial role in the recovery of a person from mental illness. The benefits of family support groups include educating family members on various aspects of mental health and training them to provide more effective support. If you or a loved one is struggling with mental health issues, contact Harmony Hills…
Personality refers to the differences in characteristic patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving that make us unique individuals. Characteristics of personality tend to remain consistent over time. A personality disorder is a way of thinking, feeling, and behaving that deviates from cultural norms, impairs healthy functioning, and remains constant over time. Individuals with personality disorders…
Schizophrenia is a serious mental health condition characterized by hallucinations, delusions, erratic behavior, and disorganized thinking. The symptoms can sometimes be so severe that the person may struggle with daily tasks and pose a danger to themselves or others. Obtaining the guardianship of a schizophrenia client might be the best way to keep your loved…
Mental illness can affect every aspect of an individual’s life, including their day-to-day functioning. At times, the symptoms may be so severe that they may be unable to care for themselves. In such cases, a mental health guardianship or conservatorship may be required to make decisions on the person’s behalf. If you or a loved…
While a stigma remains, mental health care becomes more accepted daily. Many understand the importance of caring for your mental health and how it can be just as important as physical health. Mental health care services are available for those who need and can benefit from them. If you need mental health treatment programs, contact…
Family is our first social group in life and heavily influences how we develop and who we become. Family therapy is a treatment designed to help families deal with issues that impact how the family functions and the mental health of family members. The ultimate goals of family therapy are to resolve conflict within the…
Dissociative identity disorder (DID), formerly known as multiple personality disorder, is a complex mental health condition characterized by two or more recognizably distinct personality states. The exact prevalence of DID is challenging to determine because individuals with DID may not seek treatment or may be misdiagnosed if they do. While estimates predict that DID is…
Most of us have faced traumatic experiences at some point in our lives. However, in most cases, the trauma symptoms fade after a couple of weeks or months. Sometimes, it doesn’t. The person may develop symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), such as frequent flashbacks, nightmares, insomnia, depression, and the like, and require personalized trauma…
Not all mental health treatment centers are the same, and what makes one center ideally suited for one person may make it an inferior fit for another. Every center has different treatment programs and specialties, just like every individual has different needs, symptoms, and circumstances. With thousands of mental health treatment centers nationwide, all touting…