Identity is a combination of physical and behavioral traits that help us define who we are. Specific identity characteristics help define us as uniquely identifiable individuals, while others determine how we fit into our communities and society. Social acceptance plays a vital role in overall well-being. Identifying as different or unaccepted for who you are…
Trauma is an emotional response to a terrible event that has shattered your sense of security or made you feel helpless. It can include events such as experiencing violence, natural disasters, car accidents, witnessing a death, or childhood abuse. Whatever the case, trauma has a valid and sometimes devastating effect on your life. There are…
Understanding the different types of counselors in mental health therapy can be confusing. There are therapists, psychologists, LCSWs, psychiatrists, and counselors. With all these types of mental health counselors, it can be confusing to understand where to start on your healing journey. At Harmony Hills, we can help you find the perfect mental health treatment…
Mental health and physical health are deeply connected. When a person is experiencing mental illness, it can manifest physically in a variety of ways. Therefore, side effects of mental illness often include physical ailments of the body. It’s important to know how mental illness affects the body. Some common physical side effects of mental illness…
Schizoaffective disorder is a mental health condition that combines symptoms of schizophrenia, such as hallucinations and delusions, with mood disorder symptoms like mania or depression. It is a rare yet severe mental illness that can significantly impact daily functioning and relationships. You may be wondering if there is therapy for schizoaffective disorder available. Fortunately, there…
If you or a loved one lives with bipolar disorder, you are likely familiar with the unpredictable, often severe mood swings that come with it. These dramatic highs and lows impact all areas of life. While bipolar disorder can negatively affect all areas of your life, treatment for bipolar disorder is available. Effective bipolar disorder…
The practice of meditation is thousands of years old and was initially utilized to achieve religious enlightenment. The physical and psychological benefits of meditation began to be studied in the 1960s. The practice started gaining in popularity in the 1970s when celebrities touted it as a means of coping with the pressures of fame. Over…
The holiday season is one of the busiest and most popular times of the year. We pack our schedules from Thanksgiving through New Year’s with decorating, shopping, cooking, parties, travel, and family and friends. While this time of year is enjoyable for many, the busyness and stress associated with the holidays can take a toll…
Relationships are essential in our lives and significantly impact physical and mental health and well-being. Individuals with strong social connections to family, friends, and community are happier, physically healthier, and have fewer mental health issues than those without these connections. The quality of these connections also impacts well-being. Research shows that living in unhealthy relationships…
Borderline personality disorder, or BPD, is a commonly misunderstood mental health disorder characterized by unstable moods, behavior, and relationships. It is actually one of the most common mental health issues from which someone might suffer, and it affects millions of Americans. While the disorder can negatively impact all aspects of a person’s life, there are…