Back during World War II in the early 1940s, post-traumatic stress disorder wasn’t a diagnosable condition. Instead, it was known by names like shell shock, battle shock, combat fatigue, war neurosis, and psychiatric collapse. In many cases, people who showed signs of what would now be PTSD were even diagnosed with schizophrenia. Now, post-traumatic stress…
Causes & Symptoms of Psychological Trauma
Accidents, illness, and the death of a loved one are only a few of the causes that could lead to psychological trauma. As people face heartbreak or highly stressful situations, they feel major emotions that could lead to significant mental health conditions. If you feel that you or a loved one recently faced a psychological…
What Are the Signs of a Mental Breakdown?
People all over the nation are constantly faced with traumatic events, accidents, and other instances that could negatively impact their mental health. According to Johns Hopkins Medicine, about 26% of adults suffer from a significant mental breakdown in a given year. As a common occurrence, it has become essential that people understand the signs of a…
How to Reconnect When Managing Depression
Depression affects more than 6.8 million people across the United States on average. This mental health condition leads to a wide range of symptoms, with one of the most detrimental leading to feelings of disconnection from the world. To avoid falling into these negative thoughts, it’s important to learn more about what depression is, its symptoms, and…
Bipolar Disorder Mood Swings: Triggers & Coping Strategies
An estimated 2.3 million Americans struggle with bipolar disorder every year. This significant condition is hard to manage and can make it difficult to function. To help family members or friends with bipolar disorder mood swings, it’s essential that you know how to recognize these episodes, how they’re triggered, and ways to cope with them….
Anxiety’s Impact on Frustration and Anger
When it goes unchecked, anxiety can lead to much more than just feelings of nervousness or fear. If these emotions go on long enough without proper management or treatment, they may eventually turn into more damaging feelings of frustration or anger. To avoid reaching this point, it’s important to understand what anxiety is, how it…
Chief Executive Officer Named to Run Two New Hospitals in Orange County
Phillip W. Franks, MBA, MAS, has been named the system Chief Executive Officer for two new Signature Healthcare Services hospitals planned to open in Orange County in 2021. The two hospitals are Aliso Ridge Behavioral Health, a 119-bed psychiatric hospital located in Aliso Viejo, California, and Anaheim Community Hospital, a 98-bed acute medical hospital located…
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