More Than Just a Mood Swing: What It Really Means to Be Bipolar
By: Mathew Kunnath John, MSW, MPhil More Than Just a Mood Swing: What It Really Means to Be Bipolar “Ugh, the weather is so bipolar today.” “My boss has been completely bipolar this week.” “I changed my mind again, I’m so bipolar.” We hear it all the time. In casual conversation, the word “bipolar” has […]
Understanding Bipolar Disorder
By: Mathew Kunnath John, MSW, MPhil Understanding Bipolar disorder https://youtu.be/CG8jBpE5hJY Disclaimer: This blog post is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. If you or someone you know is struggling with mood changes or mental health, please seek guidance from a qualified healthcare professional. Need support or more information? […]
More Than Just a Bad Day: Are You Stressed or Clinically Depressed?
By: Mathew Kunnath John, MSW, MPhil More Than Just a Bad Day: Are You Stressed or Clinically Depressed? We’ve all said it or heard someone say it: “I had such a stressful day, I’m so depressed.” In our everyday language, we often use the word “depressed” to describe feelings of sadness, frustration, or being overwhelmed […]
From Tantrums to Disorders: A Parent’s Guide to Differentiating Childhood Behavior
By: Mathew Kunnath John, MSW, MPhil From Tantrums to Disorders: A Parent’s Guide to Differentiating Childhood Behavior As a parent, you’ve likely seen it all: the public toddler tantrum, the defiant preschooler, the moody teenager. These challenging moments are often a normal, healthy part of growing up as kids learn to test boundaries and find […]
The Effect is Magical, But It’s Pure Biology: How Exercise Rewires Your Brain for Happiness
By: Mathew Kunnath John, MSW, MPhil The Effect is Magical, But It’s Pure Biology: How Exercise Rewires Your Brain for Happiness We’ve all heard the advice: “Feeling stressed? Go for a run!” or “Anxious? Hit the gym.” For many, this sounds like a platitude, an oversimplified solution to a complex problem. How can […]
Beyond the Myth of a “Cure”: Why Recovery is the True Goal in Mental Health
By: Mathew Kunnath John MSW, MPhil When we catch the flu or break a bone, our goal is simple and clear: we want a cure. We want the virus eradicated, the bone fully mended, and our bodies returned to their pre-illness state. This model of care—identifying a problem and eliminating it completely—is the bedrock […]
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Beyond Belief: Spirits, ghosts, and the Science of Mental Health
By: Mathew Kunnath John MSW, MPhil Have you ever heard someone describe erratic behavior or profound sadness as the work of a restless spirit or a malevolent force? Across cultures and throughout history, supernatural explanations for human suffering have been a common way to make sense of the mysterious and frightening aspects of the […]
High-Functioning Anxiety: The Silent Struggle of Achievers
ADHD or just active?
By: Mathew Kunnath John MSW, MPhil “Your child is a force of nature. A whirlwind of energy, creativity, and chaos. But in the quiet moments after a long day, when you’re navigating the scattered toys and the unfinished homework, a thought might creep in, fueled by well-meaning advice and late-night searches: ‘Could it be […]
