A loosely edited partial transcript of the live conversation recently held with Dr. J.J. Rasimas, MD, PhD. Dr. Rasimas discussed the causes, prevalence and treatments for delirium and why this is a condition that should matter to all of us.
Mental Health Education
Children with depression may not always seem sad; however, when asked directly, they are sometimes able to express that they feel sad or unhappy.
- Depression in Children and Adolescents - October 4, 2017
- The Who, What and Why of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) - May 24, 2017
Nowadays, it seems everyone has ADHD. In fact, this has been termed the “ADD generation”. What’s the difference between someone who actually has ADHD and someone who is accustomed to multitasking and constant entertainment?
- The Who, What, Why of Borderline Personality Disorder - May 17, 2017
- An Organic Illness of the Mind - December 12, 2016
What is Borderline Personality Disorder? Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) refers to a cluster of behaviors and psychiatric symptoms characterized by instability and impulsivity. People with this disorder may report chronic feelings of emptiness, fear of abandonment, unpredictable mood swings, unstable relationships and frequent changes in their values, life goals or self-perception. They often engage Read More …
- Thanksgiving: How To Say Thank You (When You Just Don’t Feel You Have Anything to Say Thank You For)? - November 20, 2018
- Chayei Sara: Positive Speech, Positive Mind - November 9, 2017
- The Who, What and Why of Personality Disorders - May 10, 2017
They say Trump is a narcissist, Clinton suffers from antisocial personality disorder and Britney Spears has borderline personality disorder. Is it really true? How do we make sense of these terms being passed around and what does it actually mean to have a personality disorder?
Have you ever wondered why some people have traumatic experiences and recover uneventfully, while others go on to develop PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder)? The answer to this question is complex with several factors at play. Before we list these determinants, let’s describe PTSD.
- Mental Health in The Parsha: The Blessing of an Inflamed Nerve - December 3, 2020
- Mental Health in The Parsha: When Less is More - November 27, 2020
- Mind Games - February 24, 2019
“My good fortune is not that I’ve recovered from mental illness. I have not, nor will I ever. My good fortune lies in having found my life.” Elyn Saks- Successful lawyer who has schizophrenia When people hear of a Schizophrenic, they generally have a strong, fearful reaction. Many view these individuals as dangerous, unpredictable, Read More …
- Mental Health in The Parsha: The Blessing of an Inflamed Nerve - December 3, 2020
- Mental Health in The Parsha: When Less is More - November 27, 2020
- Mind Games - February 24, 2019
“When you are happy you enjoy the music. But, when you are sad you understand the lyrics” -Frank Ocean What is Bipolar Disorder? The phrase “That person is so bipolar” is pejoratively used to describe someone who rapidly gets angry. But, what does it truly mean to be “Bipolar”?
- Mental Health in The Parsha: The Blessing of an Inflamed Nerve - December 3, 2020
- Mental Health in The Parsha: When Less is More - November 27, 2020
- Mind Games - February 24, 2019
“We can not change the cards we are dealt, just how we play the hand” – Randy Pausch Ok, so I understand that depressive disorders are common and that there are many factors that contribute to its development. But, what can I do about it and does it even need to be treated?