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Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is one of the most stigmatized and misunderstood mental health diagnoses. Despite being both common and treatable, it has long been the subject of skepticism, fear, and even avoidance—both by the public and within the clinical community. An estimated 1.4% to 5.9...

The Silent Strain at the Top: Mental Health Among Executive Leadership

Executive leadership often conjures images of success—corner offices, global influence, and the power to shape industries. But behind the glossy titles and impressive resumes, many leaders quietly struggle with the crushing weight of responsibility. The reality? Executive burnout, chronic stress...

Summer Mental Health Tips for Teens: Signs Parents Shouldn’t Ignore

As summer kicks off and classrooms empty out, many adolescents look forward to late mornings, beach days, and a break from academic stress. But for some teens, the absence of structure, peer connection, and daily routine can become a breeding ground for mental health challenges that often go...

ECT Treatment: A History of Helping Patients

Dr. Stephen Seiner, ECT expert, and Terry A. Bragg, MSLS, MA, McLean Hospital historian and archivist, share the history behind electroconvulsive therapy. Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is used to treat patients with certain mental health disorders, including severe depression, severe mania, and...

The Transformative Power of DBT for Young People

Adolescence can be an incredibly turbulent period of life. Physical changes, academic pressures, social struggles, and emotional upheaval can weigh heavily on a teenager’s mental health. Unfortunately, this often results in mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, impulsiveness, and even...

Comprehensive Guide to Alcohol Addiction and Treatment

For many people, alcohol can cause harm, including both short- and long-term health issues. In severe cases, it can result in addiction, where individuals are unable to reduce their drinking, despite facing significant consequences in their personal, social, or professional lives. Recognizing when...