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Here at Next Step, we’re extremely passionate about helping you live a better life! Mental health is important for every person at every stage of life.
That’s why we work hard to create courses, videos, books, and other resources to encourage you to take the Next Step toward positive mental health. But if you’re struggling or going through a crisis, asking for professional help is a great idea – and you can do it now! In the meantime, if you read through our blog, you might be pleasantly surprised by the guidance, tips, and strategies from our providers. After all, one step in the right direction is a step in the right direction.
8 Risk Factors of Depression
Risk factors for diseases are the things that increase the likelihood that you’ll get the disease or condition. Risk factors don’t guarantee you’ll develop the condition, but they do raise your risk. For example, inactivity is a risk factor for heart disease. Leading a sedentary lifestyle doesn’t mean you’ll 100% develop heart disease, but it does increase your...
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Teen Depression: Signs to Look For & How to Help
Teenage depression isn’t just “a mood swing” or sadness. Depression is a serious mental health condition that can affect teenagers and adults alike. Teen depression can impact your teenager’s mental wellness, physical health, academic performance, and relationships with friends and family.
Here at Next Step 2 Mental Health, our compassionate providers are experienced...
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32 Ways to Help Someone with Depression (When They Don’t Want to Talk about It)
Depression can be debilitating, and if it’s your child or spouse or friend battling depression, you might wonder how you can help them. Even if your loved one doesn’t want to talk about it (which can be common), there are still ways you can be present and supportive.
Reminder: If you or a loved one are battling depression—or even suspect you might be— our compassionate team here...
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Fear and Phobia: What’s the Difference?
A phobia is an aberrant or extreme fear of something. In some cases, the fear is so intense that it interrupts normal activities.
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Bipolar Disorder Q&A
Bipolar disorder – formerly called manic depression – is a mental health disorder characterized by shifts in mood, energy levels, and concentration. These shifts can cause people with bipolar disorder to experience mood episodes. During mood episodes, a person might experience sudden changes in sleep and activity levels. Bipolar disorder can seriously affect a person’s ability to manage...
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9 New Year’s Resolutions that Put Your Mental Health First
2021 is right around the corner … finally! Are you making resolutions this year? Here are nine New Year’s Resolutions that put your mental health first.
Catch Your Zzz’s
It’s no secret that getting enough sleep supports your physical well-being, but it also affects your mental health too. Insufficient sleep can increase your risk of a number of unfavorable conditions,...
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Does Your OCD Need Treatment?
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is an anxiety disorder marked by recurrent intrusive thoughts and fears that lead to ritualistic behaviors. At first, you might find the obsessions and compulsions are manageable, but left untreated, the patterns of OCD can impact all aspects of your life. Here at Next Step 2 Mental Health, our multidisciplinary team excels when it comes to diagnosing and...
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Anxiety at Christmas: What Your Loved One Wants You to Know about Anxiety
Anxiety at Christmas? While Christmas can be nothing short of jolly for most people, it’s not always exciting for those who suffer from anxiety. Here are a few things to consider during the holidays if you live with someone who has anxiety…
A United Kingdom-based mental health charity, Mind, explored the connection between anxiety and the holiday season. Let’s take a look at...
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What Is a Manic Episode?
Bipolar disorder affects 4.4% of all adults at some point throughout their life, and about 2.8% of adults have been diagnosed with bipolar disorder in the last year, according to the National Institutes of Mental Health. Out of the adults diagnosed with bipolar disorder, nearly 83% experience extreme disruptions to their daily routines. Bipolar disorder is a mental health illness characterized...
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10 Self-Care Ideas to Try If You’re Feeling Sad This Thanksgiving
Holidays can be a time of joy and togetherness, but sometimes holidays can be stressful or even sad. Spending the holiday alone may be the result of conflicting schedules, familial issues, or the financial strain of traveling. This year, however, the COVID-19 pandemic has halted Thanksgiving plans across the globe. Regardless of what’s having you feel a little blue this Thanksgiving,...
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