art Girl Mara Wilson Discusses Mental Illness

“I wish somebody had told me that it’s OK to be anxious,” says Wilson in the video. “That you don’t have to fight it. That, in fact, fighting it is the thing that makes it worse.” And in addition to discussing her experience, she also demonstrates a breathing exercise that she uses to help her[…]

What Is Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder? OCD Overview and Facts

“Obsessive-compulsive disorder is one of the most seriously misunderstood mental health conditions today.  OCD is often portrayed as extreme cleanliness or annoying perfectionism, but the reality is much more complex. True OCD is characterized by frightening obsessions, time-consuming compulsions, and high levels of anxiety — it is a lifelong disorder that’s causes are not fully[…]