Individuals

 

Author: Canadian Mental Health Association, BC Division

 

Schizoaffective disorder is part of a group of mental illnesses called schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders. It has symptoms of schizophrenia as well as symptoms of a mood disorder.

 

Author: Canadian Mental Health Association, BC Division

 

Dissociative identity disorder or DID means that people experience two or more distinct parts that make up their whole identity. It’s part of a group of mental illnesses called dissociative disorders.

If you're concerned about anxiety symptoms, reach out for help. You don't have to deal with anxiety alone.

If anxiety is bothering you, there are steps you can take. Asking for help is not always easy, but it’s the first step towards feeling better. Remember that you don’t have to have all the answers when you ask for help. You just need to know that something doesn’t seem right and you want to know what’s going on.

We all experience anxiety from time to time. While we might dream of a life without worry or anxiety, a little bit of anxiety is a good thing—it’s even helpful in the right situations. However, too much anxiety too often can take a real toll on our well-being.

We all feel worried or anxious from time to time. It can feel a bit uncomfortable, but it’s totally normal. In fact, a little bit of anxiety can be a good thing! The problem is that too much anxiety too often can make us feel unwell. You can’t get rid of all worry and anxiety in your life, but you can learn how to thrive anyway—and learn when to ask for extra help.