Bipolar Disorder: Living Between Extremes and Finding Balance
Bipolar spectrum conditions are mood disorders that cause intense shifts between periods of euphoria or irritability (mania or hypomania) and states of deep sadness or emotional emptiness (depression). These changes cannot be explained by everyday life events and often significantly impact personal, social, and professional life. Although often misunderstood as simple “mood swings,” bipolar disorder […]
From insomnia to rest: a path toward balance
Insomnia is the difficulty in falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up too early and being unable to fall back asleep. It can also include sleep that doesn’t feel restorative, even if the duration appears to be sufficient. This condition can be: In addition to insomnia, other sleep disorders—such as sleep apnea, restless legs syndrome, […]
Substance Use: Understanding the Problem and the Importance of Support in Recovery
Problematic substance use is a reality that affects millions of people around the world. Beyond occasional use, when the consumption of alcohol, legal or illegal drugs becomes compulsive or interferes with daily life, it becomes a situation that requires attention, understanding, and professional treatment. The path to recovery is possible, but it is rarely traveled […]
Anxiety Disorder: Why Timely Treatment Makes a Difference
Anxiety is a normal and adaptive emotion that everyone experiences in response to danger or stress. However, when this emotion becomes excessive, persistent, and begins to interfere with daily life, it may indicate an anxiety disorder. This is one of the most common mental health disorders worldwide, and although many people suffer from it, they […]
ADHD: Understanding, Treating, and Supporting It in Time
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects children, adolescents, and adults. Although it typically begins in childhood, its effects can persist throughout life if not properly identified and treated. ADHD is not simply “being distracted” or “having too much energy”; it is a clinical disorder that affects how a person regulates attention, controls […]
Depression: The Importance of Timely Treatment and Professional Support
Depression is much more than just feeling sad for a while. It is a mood disorder that affects the way a person thinks, feels, and handles daily activities. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), more than 280 million people worldwide suffer from depression. Despite its high prevalence, it remains an underestimated and often misunderstood […]
