Stress and anxiety are often used interchangeably, but they refer to distinct experiences. Stress is a response to external pressures, triggering a "fight or flight" reaction. It's typically short-term and related to specific situations. On the other hand, anxiety involves persistent worry and fear,Read more
Stress and anxiety are often used interchangeably, but they refer to distinct experiences. Stress is a response to external pressures, triggering a “fight or flight” reaction. It’s typically short-term and related to specific situations. On the other hand, anxiety involves persistent worry and fear, often about future events. It’s more prolonged and can occur without an obvious cause. While stress is a natural part of life, anxiety may require more focused attention and coping strategies.
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Depression and bipolar disorder are distinct mental health conditions. Depression is characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest or pleasure in daily activities. It often involves low energy, changes in appetite or sleep, and difficulty concentrating. BipolaRead more
Depression and bipolar disorder are distinct mental health conditions. Depression is characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest or pleasure in daily activities. It often involves low energy, changes in appetite or sleep, and difficulty concentrating.
Bipolar disorder, on the other hand, involves cycles of depressive episodes and manic or hypomanic episodes. Manic episodes include elevated mood, increased energy, impulsivity, and decreased need for sleep. Hypomanic episodes are similar but less severe.
While depression is a consistent state of low mood, bipolar disorder involves the oscillation between depressive and manic/hypomanic states, creating a more complex mental health condition.
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