Consider how difficult life would be if you couldn’t tell the difference between what’s real and what isn’t. That’s exactly what it’s like for people with schizophrenia. Unfortunately, it’s hard to spot the signs of schizophrenia if you don’t know what to look for. What Are Signs of Schizophrenia? In China, the term for schizophrenia…
Learning how to manage a serious mental illness requires a wellness toolbox of skills. The skills that most people strive for are: long-term recovery, physical health, purpose and meaning, and mental wellness. Being able to recognize the appropriate steps to take in a crisis, and identify supports, (in both people and activities), are both essential…
All too often, mental illnesses are treated with only a clinical approach. Although a clinical approach might be a necessity, there are also plenty of ways to achieve total health that don’t take place indoors. Hiking is natures therapy, and it makes a perfect complement to other mental health strategies. The Physical Benefits of Hiking…
“Compassion is a verb.” ― Thich Nhat Hanh There has been a lot of talk lately about person-centered care, the therapeutic alliance, and strength-based treatment. But why is this important? And what do these things mean? Experts are increasingly positive about holistic treatment that considers the many aspects of an individual rather than concentration on…
While many people associate PTSD with military combat survivors, the causes of post traumatic stress disorder go far beyond war stories. Men, women, and children can suffer from this type of trauma, leading to all sorts of issues. People who struggle with PTSD sometimes turn to substance abuse as a way to cope. Learn more…
Do you notice negative patterns in your relationships with others? Are you questioning your ability to maintain healthy relations without pushing people you love away? Maybe those closest to you say you are clingy or needy. If you struggle in relationships, signs of dependent personality disorder symptoms point to a real need for counseling support.…
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, or ADHD, is a mental health condition that affects adults and children. Learning what it’s like to have ADHD may begin at age three. Although symptoms may appear at a young age, diagnosis may not happen until elementary school. This is why our ADHD treatment services can make all the difference…
We have all heard the stories that relate artistic genius to mental illness. From Van Gogh and Rachmaninoff to Hemingway and Plath, the connection seems almost a given. Indeed, it is widely suggested that there is a link between creativity and mental illness. The idea of the suffering artist has been romanticized through books (The…
Recently, Rose Hill Center’s Cheryl Wallace and Jessica Davis were featured in multiple publications, including the Macomb Daily. Our Vice President of Services, Cheryl Wallace, took the time to speak about the misconceptions about changing seasons and depression. In fact, spring arrival is no cure for depression. Why Spring Arrival is No Cure For Depression…
Chemical dependency derails your ability to think clearly. Besides that, it tethers you with feelings of guilt, anxiety, panic, and hopelessness. However, there’s hope. Mindfulness and substance abuse treatment is a combination that is helping people just like you cope and recover. Read more below and learn more about the admissions process at Rose Hill.…