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Mental Illness 

-ongoing symptoms that cause frequent distress and affect your ability to function

-can influence the way you think, feel, behave and/or relate to others.

-include depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, eating disorders, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), psychosis, perinatal depression and addictive behaviors. 

What defines mental disorders is an abnormal state of mind to a degree that it: 

• poses a serious danger to the person's own, or others’ health and safety, or 
• seriously diminishes the capacity of that person to care for themselves. 

An “abnormal state of mind” can appear as delusions, or disorders of mood, perception, volition or cognition. Examples include being very depressed or on a “high”, hearing voices or seeing things that no-one else can hear or see, being unable to control impulses, or impairment of memory or judgement. 

What it is biologically is a chemical imbalance in the brain. It is usually genetic but can be developed. It can be triggered by traumatic experiences, drugs or stress. 

 If you or someone have been experiencing some of the following signs and symptoms, most of the day, nearly every day, for at least 2 weeks, you may be experiencing depression. If you or someone feels persistent sadness, anxiousness, an “empty” mood, hopelessness, pessimism, irritability, frustration, or restlessness, don't be afraid to seek help. You should most definitely talk to your doctor but in a crisis text HOME to 741741 from anywhere, at anytime in the United States.

Let's talk about human trafficking, which is a by-product or cause o mental illness. What is it and the behavior that mimics these practices? When you think of human trafficking most people think of kidnapped victims forced into sex labor but actually it's a wide spectrum of actions that some people don't know that they are mimicking. Human trafficking simply put is placing an individual in a position to perform actions or services for little or no money so that the party or individuals can profit or benefit. If you need help or know someone that needs help call 888.373.7888 or text INFO to 233733 24/7.

Domestic and family violence is often mistakenly thought to only describe physical assaults and abuse, but this isn’t always the case. We will outline the different types of domestic violence that can exist in relationships – from physical abuse to coercion and isolation. And later discuss how this can cause mental illness. So, remember to come back for more information. It’s important to remember that all forms of domestic violence are never acceptable or excusable.

Violent and abusive relationships involve different behaviors, with physical violence being the most cited and recognized behavior. However, this is only one type of domestic violence, and many abusive relationships may not include it at all.  

The ultimate goal of any type of domestic violence is for the perpetrator to gain power and control over the victim. This can be achieved through words as well as deeds, and it’s important to recognize that all these behaviors can be equally destressing for and damaging to the victim. 

Please be sure to visit us for the 10 different types of domestic violence. If you know someone that needs help or you need help call 1.800.799.7233 or text BEGIN to 88788 24/7.

Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón announced charges against Damian Wesley, the owner of the non-profit organization Compton Animal Rescue, for animal cruelty and neglect of more than two dozen dogs.

“I am deeply saddened by the alleged animal cruelty committed by Mr. Wesley,” said District Attorney Gascón. “Our community relies on animal rescues to properly care for animals as they await their new homes. The suffering endured by these innocent animals is incomprehensible and will not be tolerated in our community. Our Office’ of Animal Cruelty Section will work vigorously to seek justice in this matter.”

“We are grateful to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office for their partnership in bringing this offender to justice,” said Marcia Mayeda, Director of the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control. “As animal lovers, we are always disturbed to discover these tragic cases.  We remain vigilant in protecting animals from such abuse and neglect.”

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We definitely want to continue to help and enlighten communities everywhere by providing mental health current events and mental health news. Every penny counts. Our goal is to give our communities information and to provide the victimized individuals and animals with the much needed resources to heal, move forward and achieve their purfekt day.