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1,590,140 | What does it mean to have a mental illness? | Mental illnesses are health conditions that disrupt a person’s thoughts, emotions, relationships, and daily functioning. They are associated with distress and diminished capacity to engage in the ordinary activities of daily life.
Mental illnesses fall along a continuum of severity: some are fairly mild and only inte... |
2,110,618 | Who does mental illness affect? | It is estimated that mental illness affects 1 in 5 adults in America, and that 1 in 24 adults have a serious mental illness. Mental illness does not discriminate; it can affect anyone, regardless of gender, age, income, social status, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or background.
Although mental illness can a... |
6,361,820 | What causes mental illness? | It is estimated that mental illness affects 1 in 5 adults in America, and that 1 in 24 adults have a serious mental illness. Mental illness does not discriminate; it can affect anyone, regardless of gender, age, income, social status, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or background. Although mental illness can a... |
9,434,130 | What are some of the warning signs of mental illness? | Symptoms of mental health disorders vary depending on the type and severity of the condition. The following is a list of general symptoms that may suggest a mental health disorder, particularly when multiple symptoms are expressed at once.
In adults:
Confused thinking
Long-lasting sadness or irritability
Extreme highs ... |
7,657,263 | Can people with mental illness recover? | When healing from mental illness, early identification and treatment are of vital importance. Based on the nature of the illness, there are a range of effective treatments available. For any type of treatment, it is essential that the person affected is proactive and fully engaged in their own recovery process.
Many pe... |
1,619,387 | What should I do if I know someone who appears to have the symptoms of a mental disorder? | Although this website cannot substitute for professional advice, we encourage those with symptoms to talk to their friends and family members and seek the counsel of a mental health professional. The sooner the mental health condition is identified and treated, the sooner they can get on the path to recovery.
If you kn... |
1,030,153 | How can I find a mental health professional for myself or my child? | Feeling comfortable with the professional you or your child is working with is critical to the success of the treatment. Finding the professional who best fits your needs may require research. Start by searching for providers in your area. |
8,022,026 | What treatment options are available? | Just as there are different types of medications for physical illness, different treatment options are available for individuals with mental illness. Treatment works differently for different people. It is important to find what works best for you or your child. |
1,155,199 | If I become involved in treatment, what do I need to know? | Since beginning treatment is a big step for individuals and families, it can be very overwhelming. It is important to be as involved and engaged in the treatment process as possible. Some questions you will need to have answered include:
What is known about the cause of this particular illness?
Are there other diagnose... |
7,760,466 | What is the difference between mental health professionals? | There are many types of mental health professionals. The variety of providers and their services may be confusing. Each have various levels of education, training, and may have different areas of expertise. Finding the professional who best fits your needs may require some research. |
2,553,795 | How can I find a mental health professional right for my child or myself? | Feeling comfortable with the professional you or your child is working with is critical to the success of your treatment. Finding the professional who best fits your needs may require some research. |
1,259,439 | If I become involved in treatment what do I need to know? | Beginning treatment is a big step for individuals and families and can be very overwhelming. It is important to continue involvement in the treatment process as much as possible. Some questions you will need to have answered include:
What is known about the cause of this particular illness?
Are there other diagnoses wh... |
4,197,817 | Where else can I get help? | Where you go for help will depend on the nature of the problem and/or symptoms and what best fits you. Often, the best place to start is by talking with someone you trust about your concerns, such as a family member, friend, clergy, healthcare provider, or other professionals. Having this social support is essential in... |
3,388,962 | What should I know before starting a new medication? | The best source of information regarding medications is the physician prescribing them. He or she should be able to answer questions such as: 1. What is the medication supposed to do? 2. When should it begin to take effect, and how will I know when it is effective? 3. How is the medication taken and for how long? Wh... |
5,343,181 | If I feel better after taking medication, does this mean I am "cured" and can stop taking it? | It is not uncommon for people to stop taking their medication when they feel their symptoms are under control. Others may choose to stop taking their medication because of its side effects, without realizing that most side effects can be effectively managed. While it may seem reasonable to stop taking the medication, t... |
5,778,437 | How can I get help paying for my medication? | Some pharmaceutical companies offer prescription assistance programs to individuals and families with financial needs, while others offer special drug discount cards. These programs typically require a doctor’s consent and proof of your financial status. They may also require that you have either no health insurance or... |
9,541,219 | Where can I go to find therapy | Different kinds of therapy are more effective based on the nature of the mental health condition and/or symptoms and the person who has them (for example, children will benefit from a therapist who specializes in children’s mental health). However, there are several different types of treatment and therapy that can hel... |
3,268,009 | Where can I learn about types of mental health treatment? | Mental health conditions are often treated with medication, therapy or a combination of the two. However, there are many different types of treatment available, including Complementary & Alternative Treatments, self-help plans, and peer support. Treatments are very personal and should be discussed by the person with th... |
3,340,726 | What are the different types of mental health professionals? | There are many types of mental health professionals. Finding the right one for you may require some research. |
9,539,480 | Where can I go to find a support group? | Many people find peer support a helpful tool that can aid in their recovery. There are a variety of organizations that offer support groups for consumers, their family members and friends. Some support groups are peer-led, while others may be led by a mental health professional. |
4,211,025 | Where can I go to find inpatient care? | If you or someone you know is in crisis, inpatient care can help. Inpatient care can help people stabilize on new medications, adjust to new symptoms, or get the help they need. |
4,031,860 | Where can I go to find other local services? | There are likely plenty of resources that can be used to help you find mental health treatment in your community. These resources can help you find the right therapist, and enable you to better understand viable treatment options and the treatment process. |
5,215,843 | Where can I learn more information about clinical trials? | Sometimes, consumers of mental health services may consider participating in a research study when they have not experienced improvement despite having tried a variety of medications and treatments. Research studies (also known as clinical trials) may involve the use of new medications or new treatment approaches whose... |
8,927,672 | Where can I learn more information about creating a Psychiatric Advance Directive? | Similar to a medical advance directive or a health care power of attorney, a psychiatric advance directive is a legal document completed in a time of wellness that provides instructions regarding treatment or services one wishes to have or not have during a mental health crisis, and may help influence his or her care. |
7,728,364 | What is mental health? | We all have mental health which is made up of our beliefs, thoughts, feelings and behaviours. |
4,194,958 | What do I do if the support doesn’t help? | It can be difficult to find the things that will help you, as different things help different people. It's important to be open to a range of approaches and to be committed to finding the right help and to continue to be hopeful, even when some things don't work out. |
1,667,863 | Can you prevent mental health problems? | We can all suffer from mental health challenges, but developing our wellbeing, resilience, and seeking help early can help prevent challenges becoming serious. |
8,904,276 | Are there cures for mental health problems? | It is often more realistic and helpful to find out what helps with the issues you face. Talking, counselling, medication, friendships, exercise, good sleep and nutrition, and meaningful occupation can all help. |
4,283,807 | What causes mental health problems? | Challenges or problems with your mental health can arise from psychological, biological, and social, issues, as well as life events. |
8,690,253 | What do I do if I’m worried about my mental health? | The most important thing is to talk to someone you trust. This might be a friend, colleague, family member, or GP. In addition to talking to someone, it may be useful to find out more information about what you are experiencing. These things may help to get some perspective on what you are experiencing, and be the star... |
2,973,656 | How do I know if I’m unwell? | If your beliefs , thoughts , feelings or behaviours have a significant impact on your ability to function in what might be considered a normal or ordinary way, it would be important to seek help. |
4,759,773 | What should I do if I’m worried about a friend or relative? | This may depend on your relationship with them. Gently encouraging someone to seek appropriate support would be helpful to start with. |
1,511,075 | How do I deal with someone telling me what to do? | Some people may advise you on good evidence of what works with the best of intentions, but it's important to find out what works best for you. |
7,069,853 | Why do I need to keep informed? | It may be tempting to try to block out the world altogether to avoid bad news, but it's important to keep yourself informed. We all have to step up during a pandemic because we all have a part to play in reducing the spread of the virus. It's important that you know what must be done and how you should do it. This is i... |
4,181,750 | How can I tell if health information is good or bad? | Anyone can post anything online. It's up to the readers to think critically about information to decide if it seems helpful, truthful, or safe. Here are key points to keep in mind as you determine which information is worth considering and which information doesn't pass the test.
It's so easy to spread information on... |
2,554,141 | Why do I need a plan? | There are a lot of things you can't control. You can't control what happens next, how governments respond, or how your neighbours react to the pandemic. What you can do is make a plan and decide how you'll manage the things you do control, like your ability to stay safe, follow public health measures, stay connected wi... |
9,100,298 | How can I maintain social connections? What if I feel lonely? | A lot of people are alone right now, but we don't have to be lonely. We're all in this together.
While you may be physically separated from friends, family members, and other loved ones, it has never been more important to maintain those social connections. Social connections are an opportunity to seek and share supp... |
2,884,887 | How can I take care of my physical health? | Taking care of your physical health is also good for your mental health. It's more important than ever to keep yourself healthy.
Try to eat as well as you can. It may be easier to reach for unhealthier comfort foods and snacks while you spend more time at home, but try to keep a balanced approach. When you stock up o... |
9,250,044 | How can I use distraction to manage difficult thoughts or feelings? | Distraction is a very valid tool to help you cope when everything feels overwhelming or when you feel lonely or isolated.
If you don't have a lot of energy or focus right now, try low-effort distractions like watching TV, browsing Youtube, listening to a podcast or audiobook, playing a game on your phone, reading an ... |
3,597,720 | How can I reframe the situation and find more balanced perspectives? | How you think about something impacts your feelings and your behaviours.
When we feel stressed out, angry, or fearful, it's hard to look at the situation realistically and see all of the options we have. (Remember: we all control our own actions and reactions, no matter what's going on in the world. We can call do so... |
7,535,002 | How can I challenge thinking traps? | What you tell yourself about a situation affects how you feel and what you do. Sometimes your interpretation of a situation can get distorted and you only focus on the negative aspects—this is normal and expected. However, when you interpret situations too negatively, you might feel worse. You're also more likely to re... |
4,134,858 | How can I manage grief? | While a lot of people think of grief in terms of losing a person or pet, grief can come up whenever you lose something important. This includes:
Losing security, like losing your job or wondering how long you'll be able to pay rent
Losing stability or routine, like finding yourself working from home or navigating c... |
9,676,742 | How can I find a doctor, psychiatrist, psychologist, or counsellor? | To find a family doctor (general physician), visit the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC to use their Find a Physician tool. You can also see a family doctor at a local walk-in clinic, though it’s helpful to find a regular doctor if you have ongoing care needs. You can also find a psychiatrist through the Colleg... |
2,612,846 | How can I see a psychiatrist? | A psychiatrist is a specialist doctor. In BC, you need to ask your doctor for a referral. If you don't see a regular family doctor, you can ask any doctor at a walk-in clinic for a referral.
In some cases, you may be able to "self-refer" or make an appointment with a mental health program yourself, but that may not g... |
3,166,337 | How can I see a psychologist? | To find a Registered Psychologist, visit the BC Psychological Association. You can make an appointment on your own. You don’t need a doctor’s referral to see a psychologist.
Registered Psychologists are not usually covered by MSP, so you’ll have to pay for the cost of the appointment yourself. Workplace extended heal... |
7,009,409 | How can I see a counsellor? | You can find directories of counsellors through their professional organizations.
Registered Clinical Counsellors: visit the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors
Canadian Certified Counsellors: visit the Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association
Canadian Professional Counsellors: visit the Canadian Pro... |
9,630,578 | How can I find a support group? | Support groups are a way for people with a common experience to help each other and learn from each other. There are support groups for people with any experience of mental illness, support groups for people with a specific diagnosis, support groups for family members and friends, and more.
Support groups are offered... |
1,585,622 | Where can I find child and youth mental health services? | To find help for a child or youth, you can:
Encourage your child to talk to a teacher or school counsellor
Talk to your family doctor or pediatrician, or go to a walk-in clinic
Contact your local Child & Youth Mental Health office on one of their walk-in days
Use Kelty Mental Health’s Help Finder Tool to find s... |
1,833,460 | Where can older adults find help for mental health concerns? | Mental health concerns are a serious concern at any age, and everyone deserves help and support. If you’re concerned about your mental health, you can:
Talk to your family doctor or go to a walk-in clinic
Call the Mental Health Support Line at 310-6789 (no area code) for information about services in your area
Fi... |
6,981,545 | Where can I find self-help materials for depression? | Self-help resources are not a substitute for diagnosis or treatment. If you have concerns about low mood, it’s best to talk to your doctor first and rule out physical causes for your symptoms. However, once you’ve checked in with your doctor, self-help materials can be a great way to learn more about depression and pra... |
2,115,228 | Where can I find self-help materials for anxiety? | Self-help resources are not a substitute for diagnosis or treatment. If you have concerns about low mood, it’s best to talk to your doctor first and rule out physical causes for your symptoms. However, once you’ve checked in with your doctor, self-help materials can be a great way to learn more about anxiety and practi... |
2,009,922 | I’m having a hard time coping with a physical health problem. Where can I find help? | Physical health can have a big impact on mental health! Here are some resources to help you cope with the emotional challenges of living with a chronic health problem:
Self-Management BC offers free programs for adults of all ages who are experiencing any ongoing physical or mental health issues. Find information and... |
6,167,248 | When is substance use a problem? Where can I go for help? | Each person has a different relationship with substances like alcohol and other drugs, and people use substances for different reasons. What’s beneficial for some may cause problems for others, or for the same person in different situations.
To learn more about substance use, check out Understanding Substance Use: A ... |
6,779,222 | Where can I find free or low-cost counselling? | Mental health services like counselling or therapy may be covered by your BC Medical Services Plan (MSP) when you access the service through a hospital or mental health clinic. Find your local health authority to learn more about counselling services in your area. HealthLink BC’s Find Services tool and Locator app can ... |
1,546,812 | Can I get help paying for prescription medications? | BC PharmaCare covers the cost of some medications through Plan G, the Psychiatric Medications Plan, for people who need a medication to be well but cannot afford them. Your doctor or nurse practitioner must apply for your coverage on your behalf. Coverage usually lasts for one year, and then you can reapply if needed. ... |
2,176,317 | How can I pay for mental health care? | Mental health services provided through the government-run (‘public’) system, like services you receive through your local mental health centre or team, an outpatient psychiatry at a hospital are most often completely covered by MSP. As long as you are eligible for MSP, you won’t have to pay to see someone.
For menta... |
3,284,724 | How do I apply for income assistance? | Provincial income assistance has three income levels: basic assistance (also called welfare), Persons with Disabilities benefits (PWD), and the Persons with Persistent and Multiple Barriers to employment benefits (PPMB). All are administered by the Ministry of Social Development and Social Inclusion. Depending on the s... |
5,981,663 | What is MSP? | MSP stands for Medical Services Plan. It’s a health insurance program managed by the government for people who live in British Columbia, Canada. MSP pays for things like doctor’s appointments, appointments with specialist doctors like psychiatrists, and hospital stays you need to treat a medical problem.
Everyone who... |
6,623,577 | What is a referral? | A referral means someone recommends you to another service. In health care, it usually means a request from your doctor to see a specialist like a psychiatrist.
To access any specialist in BC, you first need a referral. You may need to meet certain criteria, like a specific diagnosis or specific symptoms, to access s... |
6,851,366 | What's the difference between a psychiatrist and a registered psychologist? | A psychiatrist is a medical doctor with extra training in mental health who can choose to prescribe medications. Some use psychotherapy (‘talk therapies’) approaches like cognitive-behavioural therapy to treat mental health problems. Many psychiatrists work at hospitals, clinics, or health centres, and some have a priv... |
1,898,078 | What's the difference between psychotherapy and counselling? | Psychotherapy and counselling have a lot in common and usually mean the same thing. Both are used to describe professionals who use talk-based approaches to help someone recover from a mental illness or mental health problem. Many different professionals may provide counselling or psychotherapy, including registered ps... |
1,706,961 | What's the difference between CBT and DBT? | CBT (cognitive-behavioural therapy) and DBT (dialectical behaviour therapy) are two forms of psychotherapy or “talk therapy.” In both, you work with a mental health professional to learn more about the challenges you experience and learn skills to help you manage challenges on your own.
Cognitive-behavioural therapy ... |
4,925,221 | What's the difference between antidepressants? | There are many different types of antidepressant medications, and they each work in different ways. Antidepressants are divided into “classes” based on what they do and which chemical messengers in the brain (called neurotransmitters) they are thought to influence. Each class may contain several different medications, ... |
1,043,721 | I received a diagnosis but I don’t think it’s right. What can I do? | If possible, bring up your concerns with the professional who provided the diagnosis. That way, the professional can answer your questions and you can better understand their decision.
If that doesn’t resolve the situation or a follow-up appointment isn’t possible, you can ask for a second opinion. A second opinion i... |
8,471,978 | I was prescribed an antidepressant or other psychiatric medication but I don’t think it’s working. What can I do? | If you’re concerned about your medications, it’s important to talk with the doctor or psychiatrist who prescribed your medications. While it can take a few weeks to really see improvements with many antidepressants, it’s still a good idea to talk to your doctor about what to expect.
Talk to the doctor that prescribed... |
2,746,837 | An adult in my life seems ill and won’t find help. What can I do? | It’s difficult when an adult child, sibling, parent, friend, co-worker, or other important person is struggling or behaving in ways that are causing harm. This can be a tricky situation—you want to help, but most adults are responsible for their own care.
There are two important points to think about. First, diagnosi... |
5,640,861 | I’m worried about my child or teenager. Where can I find help? | It can be hard to figure out what to do if you’re concerned about a young person in your family. Many people start by talking with their family doctor. If you don’t have a family doctor, you can find a doctor through the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC. You can also visit a walk-in clinic. Depending on the sit... |
3,393,534 | Someone I care about has a brain injury. Where can I find more information? | A brain injury itself isn’t the same as a mental illness, though someone who experiences a brain injury may also experience mental health problems. These mental health problems may stem from the injury itself or from thoughts around the injury (like feelings of loss, anger, or frustration when quality of life changes).... |
3,839,472 | Someone I love has been diagnosed with depression. How can I help? | We naturally want to help a loved one who isn’t feeling well. How we can or should help may seem fairly obvious when a loved one experiences a physical health problem, but many people say they’re not sure how to best help when a loved one experiences a mental illness like depression. Here are some tips:
You don’t hav... |
3,055,896 | Someone I love has been diagnosed with schizophrenia. How can I help? | We naturally want to help a loved one who isn’t feeling well. How we can or should help may seem fairly obvious when a loved one experiences a physical health problem, but many people say they’re not sure how to best help when a loved one experiences a mental illness like schizophrenia. Here are some tips:
You don’t ... |
4,200,873 | I’m a young person and one of my parents has a mental illness. What can I do? | Someone else’s illness is not your fault. You also can’t control how someone else feels, their illness, or the things they do or say. What you can do is take care of yourself.
Learning more about your parent’s illness can make it a bit easier to understand what they experience. On this website, you can find easy-to-r... |
1,337,085 | I have thoughts of suicide, or someone I care about is talking about suicide. What should I do? | If you need to talk to someone or you aren’t sure how to help someone you care about, call 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433) at any time. Or type your concern using live chat (like texting online) at www.crisiscentrechat.ca between noon and 1am. They can help you, and they can suggest good local resources. If you’re at ri... |
2,447,683 | Cannabis is legally allowed to 19+ but there are doctor groups saying it’s potentially harmful to age 25. Any use or certain use? What’s myth and what’s fact? If I’m a parent, what should I tell my young adult? | Using cannabis has the potential for benefits and harms. Young people use cannabis, like other psychoactive drugs, to feel good, to feel better, to do better or to explore. Trying cannabis out of curiosity, as an experiment, or while socializing with friends, is related to moderate use and lower potential for harm. Usi... |
7,995,219 | What's the difference between mental health and mental illness? | ‘Mental health’ and ‘mental illness’ are increasingly being used as if they mean the same thing, but they do not. Everyone has mental health, just like everyone has health. As the World Health Organization famously says, “There is no health without mental health.” In the course of a lifetime, not all people will experi... |
2,903,196 | Where can I find more information about depression? | Our info sheets on mood disorders, bipolar disorder, and depression offer information on mood problems, treatment options, and resources in BC. We also offer What is Depression? It’s a booklet with audio in plain language for lower literacy readers. You can take a screening self-test for depression (and other mental he... |
4,893,447 | What’s the difference between anxiety and an anxiety disorder? | Anxiety is a normal reaction to many different kinds of events and situations in our lives. Anxiety is one of our internal warning systems that alerts us to danger or other threats and prepares our bodies to fight back or get out of a dangerous situation. (Scientists call this the ‘fight, flight, or freeze’ response.) ... |
8,612,349 | What's the difference between anxiety and stress? | Stress and anxiety are often used interchangeably, and there is overlap between stress and anxiety. Stress is related to the same ‘fight, flight, or freeze’ response as anxiety, and the physical sensations of anxiety and stress may be very similar.
The cause of stress and anxiety are usually different, however. Stres... |
6,062,232 | What's the difference between sadness and depression? | Sadness is a normal reaction to a loss, disappointment, problems, or other difficult situations. Feeling sad from time to time is just another part of being human. In these cases, feelings of sadness go away quickly and you can go about your daily life.
Other ways to talk about sadness might be ‘feeling low,’ ‘feelin... |
9,045,344 | What is dysthymia or persistent depressive disorder? | Dysthymia, now called persistent depressive disorder or PDD, is a mood disorder. It is related depression (major depressive disorder). The difference between the two is in the number of symptoms and the amount of time that they last. Someone diagnosed with PDD would experience two to four of the symptoms below for at l... |
9,020,440 | What is cyclothymic disorder? | Cyclothymic disorder is a subtype of bipolar disorder. Much like bipolar disorder, the symptoms of cyclothymia include three or more symptoms of hypomania, and five or more symptoms of depression. Like bipolar disorder, people may experience wellness between episodes of hypomania and depression.
Symptoms of hypomania... |
5,819,325 | What does rapid cycling mean? | Rapid cycling means that someone diagnosed with bipolar disorder (or depression) experiences four or more episodes of depression and/or mania in one year.
Rapid cycling can happen any time someone experiences bipolar disorder—about 10-20% of people diagnosed with bipolar disorder experience rapid cycling at some poin... |
4,816,493 | Where can I find information and help for borderline personality disorder? | Borderline personality disorder or BPD is a treatable illness. It’s made up of five groups of symptoms around behaviours, emotions, relationships, sense of identity, and awareness. You can read our info sheet on borderline personality disorder. We also have an entire issue of Visions Journal on BPD, where you’ll find i... |
9,178,453 | What is schizoid personality disorder? | A personality disorder is a pattern of thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that last for a long time and causes some sort of problem or distress.
Schizoid personality disorder or SPD affects social interactions and relationships. People with SPD may have a hard time relating to others and showing emotions. They may av... |
9,679,704 | What is antisocial personality disorder? | A personality disorder is a pattern of thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that last for a long time and causes some sort of problem or distress.
Antisocial personality disorder or ASPD affects the way people think about the rights of others. Someone with ASPD may disregard laws or expectations, lack remorse when they... |
9,167,296 | What is obsessive-compulsive personality disorder? | A personality disorder is a pattern of thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that last for a long time and causes some sort of problem or distress.
Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder or OCPD is about control. People with OCPD have very inflexible thinking and expect everything to be ordered, perfect, and done the... |
9,049,618 | What is binge-eating disorder? | Binge-eating disorder or BED is a type of eating disorder. It involves episodes of eating a lot of food in a short amount of time, past the point of feeling full, and feelings of being out of control or unable to stop eating. People who experience binge-eating disorder may binge even when they don’t feel hungry. They m... |
7,984,793 | What’s the difference between dissociative identity disorder (multiple personality disorder) and schizophrenia? | Sometimes, people confuse dissociative identity disorder, formerly known as multiple personality disorder, and schizophrenia. Schizophrenia does mean “split mind,” but the name was meant to describe the ‘split’ from reality that you experience during an episode of psychosis, as well as changes in thoughts, emotions, an... |
6,085,633 | What's the difference between psychosis and schizophrenia? | Psychosis is a syndrome or group of symptoms. Someone experiencing an episode of psychosis is having a ‘break’ with reality. Major symptoms of psychosis are hallucinations and delusions. Hallucinations are sensations that are not real, such as hearing voices or sounds that aren’t real. Hearing voices is a common halluc... |
1,896,541 | What are positive and negative symptoms? | Positive and negative symptoms are medical terms for two groups of symptoms in schizophrenia.
Positive symptoms add. Positive symptoms include hallucinations (sensations that aren’t real), delusions (beliefs that can’t be real), and repetitive movements that are hard to control.
Negative symptoms take away. Negativ... |
4,962,901 | What is a prodrome? | Prodrome is a medical term for early signs or symptoms of an illness or health problem that appear before the major signs or symptoms start.
Psychosis, a group of symptoms found in disorders like schizophrenia, is one illness with a specific prodrome. With psychosis, prodrome signs and symptoms start before full symp... |
6,869,967 | I’m an adult and I think I might have ADHD. What can I do next? | While we think of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder as an illness that affects children, it can last into adulthood—and some people aren’t diagnosed until much later in life.
ADHD is diagnosed like any other mental illness, so your family doctor is a good place to start. Your family doctor may be able to asses... |
4,824,231 | What’s the difference between substance use and addiction? | People tend to use the word “addiction” to mean very different things. “I am addicted to shopping” might mean only that the speaker likes to shop. On the other hand, “He is addicted” might mean the speaker thinks the other person is completely unable to control his own behaviour. When people use the word about psychoac... |
4,294,616 | How can I find help for an alcohol or drug use problem? | Seeking to make changes in the way you use substances like alcohol or other drugs? This can be an important step!
Some people are able to reduce their substance use or quit altogether on their own or with self-help materials. But most of us need support from other people—family members, friends, health professionals,... |
4,373,204 | How do I know if I'm drinking too much? | Sorting out if you are drinking too much can be complicated. You are unique and your relationship with alcohol is unique. No one has the same combination of life experiences and influences that you do. So even though you and your friend may choose to drink, how and why you use alcohol may be different.
Those of us wh... |
7,807,643 | If cannabis is dangerous, why are we legalizing it? | Cannabis smoke, for example, contains cancer-causing toxins. However, the risk of developing some cancers (e.g., mouth, tongue and lung) is less for cannabis smokers than tobacco smokers, partly because they tend to smoke less than tobacco users. And, while all drugs have an effect on the brain, the particular properti... |
4,352,464 | How can I convince my kids not to use drugs? | You can't. But you can influence their capacity to make good choices in a world where alcohol and other drugs are available. It's about helping your child develop the skills to assess what might be helpful in achieving their goals in life. It's also about nourishing a supportive relationship, so they know where to go w... |
6,521,784 | What is the legal status (and evidence) of CBD oil? | Cannabidiol or CBD is a naturally occurring component of cannabis. It is extracted from the cannabis plant and often made into an oil for use. CBD is not psychoactive, and does not produce the ‘high’ of THC (tetrahyrocannabinol), the primary psychoactive component of cannabis. CBD is legal in Canada and has been used i... |
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Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. Mental health is integral to living a healthy, balanced life. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Emotional and mental health is important because it’s a vital part of your life and impacts your thoughts, behaviors and emotions. Being healthy emotionally can promote productivity and effectiveness in activities like work, school or care-giving. It plays an important part in the health of your relationships, and allows you to adapt to changes in your life and cope with adversity. Mental health problems are common but help is available. People with mental health problems can get better and many recover completely.
This dataset consists of FAQs about Mental Health.
Acknowledgements
https://www.thekimfoundation.org/faqs/
https://www.mhanational.org/frequently-asked-questions
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