George is the author of Resilience: Handling Anxiety in a Time of Crisis, from Changemakers Books. Visit George’s site www.practicingmentalillness.com or join the Facebook group Practicing Mental Illness
Is a mental illness a mental illness no matter where in the world its diagnosed? Does culture influence the…
Mood disorders are comorbid with many physical diseases. A team of researchers set out to determine which…
Anxiety in and of itself is not a bad thing. Someone has to worry about paying the bills, and someone has to have…
Before you think Im really stretching for something to write about, please consider the special risk factors that…
The best advice for an author preparing for an interview is, read your book. I have a Q&A with a bookstore tonight…
Very few people with bipolar disorder get much physical activity. 78% are reported to lead sedentary lives. For…
Do we perpetuate the stigma against those with mental illness by trying to normalize or speak more gently of mental…
Affective disorders like anxiety, depression and bipolar disorder are unpredictable. Even when well-managed, when…
My wife and I have always been open about my bipolar disorder with our daughter. Weve never hidden it, but we dont…
People separated from loved ones and work due to potential illness report negative psychological impact even 3…