Depression symptoms can vary significantly from person to person, making it difficult to diagnose. However, by understanding the common methods used in diagnosing depression, individuals can better recognize their own symptoms and seek proper treatment. If you are asking, “How is depression diagnosed?” or “How is clinical depression diagnosed?” you are already on the path…
Studies show that millions of American adults will experience an anxiety disorder at some point, making them the most pervasive of all mental health disorders. We all experience feelings of anxiety, fear, and worry from time to time. For example, you might have anxiety over a medical appointment or worry about paying a bill on…
Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is a complex and often misunderstood condition. It’s characterized by an inflated sense of self-importance, a deep need for excessive attention and admiration, and a lack of empathy for others. Living with NPD can be challenging, but it’s important to know that help is available. With the right treatment plan, individuals…
As the temperature gets cold outside, many people wonder how they can ring in the New Year. If this sounds like you, you may want to set some mental health goals. Setting mental health goals is a cornerstone to successful recovery and ongoing wellbeing. It provides a roadmap to improved mental health, offering tangible milestones…
Schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder are disorders that can significantly affect how you interact within the world. They can affect your relationships, cause problems in the workplace or at school, and sometimes even cause difficulties in how you care for yourself daily. Because of the extreme symptoms, it is essential to seek help if you find…
Schizophrenia is a disorder that can jumble your thoughts or cause problems with thinking. If you are struggling with schizophrenia, chances are it may affect your relationships, daily life, and work or school environment. This is why it is paramount to seek care if you are struggling with the symptoms of schizophrenia. Harmony Hills offers…
Deciding whether to use medication for mental health issues is a personal and often complex decision. Each individual’s journey with mental health is unique, weaving together a tapestry of experiences, symptoms, and treatment options. With the array of mental health medications available, it can be overwhelming to navigate and understand how medication fits into your…
Most people feel shy, nervous, or uncomfortable in certain social situations or settings. However, for individuals managing social anxiety disorder, also called social phobia, everyday social interactions cause levels of fear and embarrassment that are so challenging and persistent that it interferes with their ability to function in everyday life. At Harmony Hills, our anxiety…
Bipolar disorder is a serious mental health disorder that causes people to experience unpredictable shifts in mood from one extreme to the other. This cycling between periods of depression and mania is psychologically damaging and disrupts everyday life. Receiving a bipolar diagnosis can feel frightening. However, an accurate diagnosis is highly beneficial because you can…
Depression is a mental health disorder that impacts the lives of millions of people throughout the world. It is also one of the most commonly misunderstood. The term “depressed” has become a blanket word used to describe any general feelings of sadness or disappointment. Because of this, the seriousness of true depression is often overlooked.…