Approximately 1 in 5 people suffer from a mental illness. Some mental illnesses are mild, while others are more severe. But the first step in treating a mental illness is diagnosing it. You can find out if you have a mental illness by getting a psychiatric evaluation. Here is a guide to help you learn several vital things about psychiatric evaluations.  What it is A psychiatric evaluation is an assessment of a person's mental health state. [Read More]

Kids who experience trauma at an early age can be affected in a number of ways. They may be more isolated, act out in aggression, and have more anxiety. If you've adopted a child who comes from past trauma, you may want to look into professional treatment. It can help your child in the following ways. Learn All About Deep-Breathing Exercises Deep breathing exercises are an effective way to cope with trauma because it gets the person out of their own mind and focused more on what their body is doing. [Read More]

Everyone has experienced a traumatic event in their lifetime. For instance, you may have lost a loved one or have been involved in an accident. What matters the most is how you deal with your trauma. However, some people may find it hard to move on from their traumatic ordeal, thus requiring treatment. EMDR therapy offers the best treatment for those suffering from various traumatic events. The therapy uses eye movement to alter how people's memory is stored and processed in the brain. [Read More]

The life of a pilot looks glamorous from afar. Yet, you may know more than the average person does about the stress involved with flying. Simply becoming a pilot puts you in situations that increase your risk of developing an addiction. Spending days in the cockpit, dealing with back-to-back flights, and being responsible for everyone's safety can all lead to intense stress. Now that you've noticed potentially negative drinking or drug use habits, it's worth seeking a pilot substance abuse treatment that provides you with these benefits. [Read More]