End of Life Issues
As death approaches, it is not uncommon for the dying to experience some unusual mental phenomena known as hallucinations. This guide aims to demystify this topic, so that readers can better understand what is happening and how to provide comfort and support to their loved ones. In this guide we
Behavior Modification
Open-eye hallucinations can result from neurological disorders, mental health conditions, vision loss, substance use, sleep disturbances, or infections. Identifying the cause is crucial for proper treatment and managing symptoms effectively.
End of Life Issues
Death is a natural and inevitable part of life, yet it is one of the most difficult concepts to accept. Facing death and all of its associated worries can be a scary and overwhelming experience. Fear of death is an understandable reaction to the unknown, and it can profoundly influence
Mental Health
Mental health conditions can range from mild to severe. In some cases, suicidal feelings are a factor.There are other mental health conditions that carry risks of suicide attempts. Ketamine has been proven to alleviate suicidal thoughts.
Caregiver Support
Compassion burnout" is a common experience for caregivers, who often put the needs of others before their own. It's important to take time to relax and recharge, rather than pushing through it, in order to avoid becoming numb to others' suffering.
Healthy Aging
Emotional trauma can deeply impact the brain, sometimes causing memory loss. Known as dissociative amnesia, it’s a protective response to overwhelming events. Learn how trauma affects memory, signs to watch for, and ways to support healing and recovery.
Behavior Modification
This guide is aimed at providing an overview of visual hallucinations and the underlying causes, as well as the most common types of visual hallucinations, the associated risk factors, diagnosis, treatment, and coping techniques.
Memory Problems Or Mild Cognitive Deficits
PTSD can lead to memory loss, especially regarding traumatic events. This can manifest as difficulty recalling specific details or entire events, impacting daily life. Learn how PTSD affects memory, why this occurs, and ways to improve memory function in individuals dealing with PTSD.
Behavior Modification
Lack of sleep can trigger hallucinations, especially after prolonged periods of sleep deprivation.Learn how sleep loss affects the mind and ways to prevent sleep-deprivation hallucinations.
Mental Health
An auditory hallucination is the experience of hearing a sound or a voice, even though there is no actual external source. It is a very real phenomenon for those who experience it, and can occur spontaneously or be triggered by an event.
Behavior Modification
Gabapentin is a medication commonly prescribed to treat a variety of conditions, from seizures and nerve pain to peripheral neuropathy and bipolar disorder. While it is generally accepted to be safe when taken as directed, there are some reports that suggest gabapentin may be linked to experiences of hallucinations. Additionally,
Behavior Modification
Auditory hallucinations are a type of phenomenon that can happen to anyone, and they can be both confusing and frightening. They are usually experienced as hearing voices in the absence of any external stimulus. These voices may be heard as whispering, shouting, or as foreign languages. We often refer to