mental Health Resources

We’re committed to not just treating mental health issues but also empowering families to thrive. That’s why we’ve put together an extensive collection of mental health resources, designed to inform, educate, and inspire everyone in our community.

These resources are more than just information; they’re tools that can transform lives. Whether you’re a parent, a young person, or a caregiver, you’ll find valuable insights and practical advice to help you understand and navigate mental health challenges.

Man maintaining daily routine through household chores as part of BPD management strategy

Can Someone with BPD Live Alone?

Can someone with BPD live alone? Yes—discover essential skills, crisis planning, and treatment approaches that support independent living success with BPD.
Carolina Barnum
Published: 12/22/2025 | Updated: 01/07/2026
Authored by: Carolina Barnum, B.A.
Edited by: Eric Schlothan, LCSW
A man sitting on a chair with folded arms, looking angry.

Can Someone with ASPD Be a Good Person?

Can someone with ASPD be a good person? Learn how morality, personal choice, and evidence-based treatment can create pathways to positive behavioral change.
Carolina Barnum
Published: 12/19/2025 | Updated: 01/07/2026
Authored by: Carolina Barnum, B.A.
Edited by: Anand Mehta, LMFT
A young man sitting on the floor with folded arms looking very hostile.

ASPD vs Bipolar Disorder: Similarities, Co-Morbidity & Treatment Options

Explore ASPD vs Bipolar Disorder differences, similarities, comorbidity, and treatment options. Learn how AMFM provides specialized care for both conditions.
Leigh Shane
Published: 12/18/2025 | Updated: 01/07/2026
Authored by: Leigh Shane,
Edited by: Christina Kayanan, LAADC, LMFT
A young lady sitting on a couch with her arms folded, looking very angry.

Antisocial Personality Disorder vs Schizophrenia: Symptoms, Differences & Treatment Options

Understand key differences between antisocial personality disorder and schizophrenia, including their distinct symptoms, causes, and effective treatment approaches.
Carolina Barnum
Published: 12/17/2025 | Updated: 01/07/2026
Authored by: Carolina Barnum, B.A.
Edited by: Angeleena Francis, LMHC
A young man looking unbothered as he watches a lady sitting beside him cry.

Is Lack of Empathy a Sign of Mental Illness? Causes Explained

Discover whether lack of empathy signals mental illness, its contributing factors including trauma and brain differences, and effective treatments available.
Leigh Shane
Published: 12/16/2025 | Updated: 01/07/2026
Authored by: Leigh Shane,
Edited by: Isaac Reed, AMFT
A woman with her hands on her head, hearing whispers from the shadows floating around her.

Can BPD Cause Psychosis? Signs & Examples

Discover how BPD can cause psychosis, including common symptoms like hallucinations and paranoia, plus evidence-based treatment approaches for lasting recovery.
Carolina Barnum
Published: 12/15/2025 | Updated: 01/07/2026
Authored by: Carolina Barnum, B.A.
Edited by: Rey-Phillip Genaldo, LMFT
Person with a neutral expression, showing faint abstract grey shapes above their head, representing the intense emotional signals and rapid mood shifts associated with BPD.

BPD Brain vs Normal Brain: Differences, Size & Scans

Key Takeaways What BPD Does to Your Brain: The Science Explained Living with BPD means experiencing the world through a uniquely wired brain.  People with BPD process emotions, threats, and relationships differently from neurotypical minds, which shapes the intensity and patterns often seen in daily life. Mental health specialists focus on understanding these brain-based differences […]

Leigh Shane
Published: 12/12/2025 | Updated: 12/10/2025
Authored by: Leigh Shane,
Edited by: Eric Schlothan, LCSW
A young man sits disheveled on a sofa, holding the side of his face with faint, ghostlike figures surrounding him.

Does a Person with Psychosis Know They Have It?

Learn why many people with psychosis don't realize they're ill, how insight changes over time, and effective ways to support a loved one into treatment.
Carolina Barnum
Published: 12/11/2025 | Updated: 12/10/2025
Authored by: Carolina Barnum, B.A.
Edited by: Kristian Le, LMFT
Person pausing before a repetitive behavior (like checking a door), representing the anxiety–compulsion cycle.

OCD Brain vs Normal Brain: Differences, Structures & Scans

Discover how OCD affects brain structure and function, what drives obsessions and compulsions, and how evidence-based therapy can retrain neural pathways.
Leigh Shane
Published: 12/10/2025 | Updated: 12/10/2025
Authored by: Leigh Shane,
Edited by: Anand Mehta, LMFT

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