Invisible illnesses do exist. The mental illnesses many Americans deal with can be a challenge to address, talk about openly, and even understand. It’s difficult to process what we don’t outwardly see. Mental illness symptoms often manifest internally, affecting moods and emotions. However, mental unwellness can easily exhibit physical symptoms as well. A willingness to […]
Recognizing Depression in Children
Depression was considered to be an adult diagnosis for decades. Until recently, the most common mental disorder in the United States was assumed to only affect adults. Today, we understand that depression can and does affect children as well. Studies indicate that around 2 percent of children over the age of 6 and around 5 […]