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There is nothing worse than watching your child suffer, and if you suspect your child is dealing with a mental illness, it can be challenging to know what steps to take. At Seneca Health Services, we offer adolescent and child outpatient services. We are here for you and your child.…
We all feel a little anxious now and then. But if you experience anxiety daily, you may have an anxiety disorder. Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the United States, affecting 40 million adults, or 18 percent of the population, each year. Although only 36 percent of…
Early recovery from a substance use disorder is filled with many ups and downs. And sometimes, the journey may feel impossible, however, recovery is possible. At Seneca Health Services, we want you to remember that you are never alone — we are always here for you. Fortunately, there are ways…
Obsessive-compulsive disorder, or OCD, affects 2.2 million or 1 percent of adults in the United States. However, people frequently use this term lightly. “My house is so clean; I’m OCD” is a statement that may seem true, but OCD is associated with so much more than being obsessed with cleanliness.…
An eating disorder is a severe condition related to eating habits that negatively affects your health, emotions and ability to function. The three most common types of eating disorders are anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa and binge-eating disorder. These conditions tend to appear when someone is hyper-focused on their body weight,…
Most of us experience occasional mood swings. However, if extreme highs and lows accompany these shifts in mood, you may have bipolar disorder. Bipolar disorder is one of several types of depressive disorders that ultimately affect brain function. In the United States alone, an estimated 17.4 million people suffer from…
Work and life, in general, can feel pretty stressful and overwhelming at times. But if you experience these feelings regularly, you could be putting yourself at risk for burnout. Mental and physical exhaustion, or burnout, can negatively affect your life and overall well-being. However, the signs and symptoms of this…
Most of us will experience feelings of sadness, frustration, irritation or anxiety as we journey throughout our lives. However, if these feelings persist and cause you to feel hopeless or worthless, you may be depressed. Depression is common mental health condition and can affect anyone of any age or background.…
Did you know that May is National Mental Health Awareness Month? According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), one in five American adults experiences a form of mental illness each year. Furthermore, one in 20 American adults lives with a serious mental health disorder like bipolar disorder or…
The effects of substance use are not always outwardly visible. Many people who suffer from substance use disorders (SUD) also experience mental health effects like paranoia, depression, anxiety, aggression, hallucinations and other problems. Furthermore, studies have found that approximately half of the individuals with a substance use disorder are diagnosed…