Mental Health
Mental illness does not affect individuals or their families alone. Its substantial impact on society as a whole makes maintaining mental health a public health imperative.
Bipolar Disorder -- Record Keeping 
Keeping records is very important if you have bipolar disorder. Learn how to document your moods, behavioral factors, and therapy activities to better manage the disorder. Coping with Holiday Blues
The holiday blues are a common problem in late fall and winter. These tips will help you cope with feelings of sadness, frustration, and overwhelming stress. Eating Disorders and Childhoo Abuse
Research has revealed a link between childhood sexual abuse and eating disorders, but only those in which bingeing and purging are involved. Anorexia nervosa that only restricts caloric intake is not associated with sexual abuse history. Eating Disorders and Childhood Abuse
Research has revealed a link between childhood sexual abuse and eating disorders, but only those in which bingeing and purging are involved. Anorexia nervosa that only restricts caloric intake is not associated with sexual abuse history. Holistic Treatment for Depression
Depression is a common illness, and traditional medication and psychotherapy may not be appropriate for everyone. Fortunately there are other treatments that engage the whole person. Impact & Cost of Mental Illness - from NAMI [offsite link]
NAMI, the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, describes impact of a specific mental illness, depression, on society as a whole. Preventing Self-Injury
Use of self-injury as a coping mechanism has become more prevalent in the last decade, especially among teenagers and young adults. Learn about substitute coping techniques that are healthy. Self-help for Bipolar Disorder
Do you have bipolar disorder, or know someone who does? Here are some practical ideas for self-help. True Cost of Mental Illness -- An Interview
Mental illness can extract a heavy price from individuals, families, and society as a whole. In this interview with a mentally ill woman, you will learn more about the costs. First in a series. Links marked with the [offsite link] designation point to websites not associated with BellaOnline.com. BellaOnline.com is not responsible for the material found there.
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