Maybe we need to cover some of the most common mental illnesses that men and women suffer from, since almost 20% of the population suffer from one (even just for a relatively short time). Let's continue to eliminate the stigma around having one (like I do, having major depression). Understanding can help people become more empathetic. Mood Disorders (like depression) – This includes Bipolar Disorder (“The disorder often involves experiencing shifts between elevated moods an

Processed meat can be tempting, since it is so easily available and can be used to fix up quick meals or snacks. To be clear, processed meat is meat to which something has been done to extend its shelf life, change its taste, or make it more palatable in some way; traditional processes include curing and salting. For example, ham, pastrami, salami, and hot dogs are considered processed meats. However, before you succumb to temptation, remember its health consequences. Accordi

Coming from someone with a mental illness myself, I can tell you for certain: having one or more people in ones life if/when they experience a serious mental breakdown is vital! I am close friends with a man about my age who, on a few occasions, came to my aid—helping me get hospitalization when desperately needed, when I was having very serious bouts with depression or panic attacks. How does one prepare themselves to be better equipped to help a good friend, family member,