Overcoming Depression and Suicidal Thoughts Behind the Scenes

The “Dog Whisperer” His quiet, gentle demeanor has made him a beloved figure in the eyes of many pet owners, while his insight into dog behavior and psychology has made him a household name. The “Dog Whisperer”, or Cesar Millan as his friends and family know him, became a hit in the United States after his half-hour program debuted on National Geographic in September 2004. The popular...

Create Your Own Silver Linings Playbook

The success and mainstream appeal of the new movie Silver Linings Playbook has given new light to the subject of mental health and those that struggle with it. The movie focuses on a number of characters based on Mathew Quick’s book by the same name. Through the depiction of such characters like Pat, the movie shows those struggling with mental illness are not unlike everyone else. Are You Struggling with...

Suicidal Thoughts

Give Suicidal Thoughts a Second…and Third Look….or As Many as it Takes Confusion, sorrow, loneliness, and even depression are normal aspects of our existence, and it’s not unusual for these emotions to get the best of us and seemingly outweigh previous feelings of happiness. However you may feel right now, chances are, there have been times when you didn’t feel this way. This suggests that...

Signs of Suicidal Behavior

When you are concerned about a loved one with depression or odd behavior, you need to recognize the potential signs of suicidal behavior. Suicide impacts the whole family and the friends of the person involved, not just the individual. By recognizing the signs, you can get appropriate help to manage the situation before it gets out of control or your loved one takes action on suicidal thoughts. Depression and Mood...

Text-Based Suicide Hotlines Provide a Message of Hope

Suicidal thoughts have always been associated with loneliness. Even in the presence of friends and loved ones, someone can feel alone in his or her own thoughts and become convinced that nobody understands. While telephone hotlines and Websites provide assistance, they may not be ideal options since someone can overhear a conversation or sneak up behind a computer screen. Text-Based Hotlines However, technology...