Although I have not treated Demi Lovato, her struggles with bipolar disorder were public knowledge. Generally speaking, comorbid substance abuse is common with bipolar disorder, with patients turning to alcohol, cocaine and heroin. This can lead to non-response, non-compliance with treatment, relapse and difficulty achieving remission. Curing substance abuse isn’t possible until the bipolar disorder is properly treated.

The all-too-frequent deaths by suicide of high-profile celebrities like designer Kate Spade and chef-turned-television personality Anthony Bourdain, as well as members of local communities across the U.S., mean most Americans have been impacted in some way by suicide. This recent, tragic upswing has spurred increased discussions about suicide prevention and awareness.

Major depression cases are on the rise according to a recent Blue Cross Blue Shield report.

Although some may not understand what constitutes a "trigger," it's a thing more people experience than you might expect. And while common anxiety triggers can include anything from public speaking to work stress, they all share a set of principles that psychiatrists want you to understand.

The American Psychiatric Association (APA) found in a new study that Americans are more anxious today than they were a year ago, with 39 per cent of people reporting feeling more anxiety. The good news, however, is there are steps you can take to reduce that anxiety.The following 10 tips will help you alleviate your symptoms.