Understanding Bipolar Disorder And Stigma

Jul 13, 2016

What are the biggest proponents of eliminating stigma and discrimination?  Advocacy and education.  We believe that for a community to move forward with regard to stigma, especially when it’s connected to mental health, a lot of the groundwork comes through one on one relationships and standing up for what’s right.  That’s why we do our best to put the client in the center of the treatment process and it’s also...
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What is Bipolar Disorder?

May 27, 2015

Chances are you’ve heard of Bipolar Disorder and you may even know of someone who has this form of mental illness.  However, Bipolar can appear with different symptoms and severity, therefore, it can be hard to pin down.

Bipolar Disorder: Definition

The name “Bipolar” comes from the nature of the disease in that it often causes an individual to vacillate between two extremes of a mood and energy...
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