Mental Notes: Mental Illness

A Parent's Guide to Teenage Depression
Learn how to tell depression from typical teenage moodiness and find out how to keep your teen healthy.
Mike Wallace's Other Legacy: Depression Advocate
While most remember veteran newsman Mike Wallace for his probing interviews, fewer know about an important role he took on later in life: public spokesperson for depression.
Left Behind; The Plight of the Mentally Ill on the Streets of North Philly
Those for whom psychiatric care is available have little hope of recovering when they are returned immediately to conditions of poverty and violence, with no coping skills for facing their circumstances.
5 Signs Your Teen Might Have an Eating Disorder
If you suspect an eating disorder, don't hesitate to take action. The sooner an eating disorder is detected, the better your teen's chances of recovery.
Having a Sibling With a Mental Illness
Mental illness affects the entire family, including the siblings--a factor that is often overlooked. Children who have a brother or sister with a mental illness face certain challenges, but they also gain valuable insight and can learn compassion from the
Psychology VS. Philosophy Round 1 Gazillion: Who 'gets' Schizophrenia?
Philosophical discussion of psychology, intrusive thoughts, delusions, schizophrenia and more.
Could You Be Depressed? These Common Symptoms May Surprise You
Depression can show itself in some unexpected ways. When you understand what depression can look like, you can help yourself or a loved one reach out for help.
Who Are You? Philosophy Expert Shares Fresh Viewpoint on Schizophrenia and Sense of Self
Breakthroughs in genetics or the understanding of the biology of Schizophrenia may be very important for drug therapies, without giving much help to the general population getting to a psychological understanding of patients.