Psychiatric Blog - San Diego Mental Health Services

Pursuing Passion: 5 Tips to Finding Your Passion and Living a Fulfilling Life

Passion is the fuel that burns the desire to achieve greater results. Metaphorically, it is the ball of fire under your butt when you do the things you love. Routines and negative mindsets can diminish the power of passion in our lives, but what if you don’t feel passionate about anything from the start? Don’t…

Anxiety, Events, generalized, Trauma

Starting Over After Domestic Violence

Domestic violence is one of the most physically, mentally, and emotionally challenging experiences a person can have. Coming out of a relationship in which this kind of abuse was prevalent requires patience, support, and time to heal. Often, moving on seems easier said than done. However, life, on the other side can be beyond rewarding,…

Behavioral, Impulse Control, Mental Illness, Mood, Personality, Trauma

Recognizing and Understanding the Cycle of Abuse

Abuse can be hard to understand and recognize, especially when you’re not familiar with the cycle of abuse and how it works. However, knowing this information could potentially save you or someone else’s life! If you’re struggling with abuse and mental health problems, then keep reading to learn more about this serious topic. Cycle of…

Depression

Advice on Supporting Family Members with Depression

Is someone you love living with depression? If so, it can be hard to know how to support them. Should you hold space and listen or offer suggestions? Should you tell them that you’re feeling concerned, or instead try to cheer them up? If these questions sound familiar, hang in there! It’s common for family…

Mental Illness

Why You Need To Know the Warning Signs of Mental Illness

Knowing the signs of mental illness helps play a crucial role in our ability to lead fulfilling lives. Because mental illness is invisible, it isn’t always easy to recognize when we or someone we love is living with a mental health condition. It’s important to know when you or a loved one needs professional help…

Depression, Mental Illness, Mood

What We Can Learn From San Diego Depression Statistics

California’s a place known for its gorgeous beaches, sunny weather, and breezy attitudes. But that’s just how it looks from the outside. Research has shown that there’s a darker reality for those who live in our West Coast state. Forty-four percent of Californians say they experience high levels of anxiety and depression. But that’s taking…