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Unpacking HIPAA
Alright — let’s unpack HIPAA in the context of a parent trying to access an adult child’s health information, especially when that child has a brain disorder. 1. What HIPAA Actually Says HIPAA (the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) is a federal law that protects the privacy of a person’s medical information. For adults…
Anosognosia: What It Is and Why It Matters
Anosognosia is a neurological condition in which a person is unaware of their own illness or impairment. It is not denial or stubbornness—it’s a brain-based symptom that affects self-awareness. This lack of insight is common in certain brain disorders such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and some forms of dementia, stroke, or traumatic brain injury. When…
Progressive Treatment and ACT Programs in Maine
We, who love people suffering from serious mental illness, psychosis, and anosognosia, would all like to think that our loved ones can make their own decisions in seeking treatment. However, it has become apparent to many of us who have watched our friends or family members struggle for years, that one facet of anosognosia is…
Hallucinations Explained
Hallucinations are one of the most misunderstood symptoms of brain disorders. A hallucination is when a person perceives something that isn’t actually present. This can involve any of the senses: Auditory: Hearing voices, sounds, or music that others don’t hear. Visual: Seeing people, objects, or patterns that aren’t there. Olfactory: Smelling scents without a source….
Short History of Psychiatric Treatment Laws
A Short History of Psychiatric Treatment Laws The way society treats people with serious mental and brain disorders has changed a lot over time—and the laws have been a big part of that story. 1800s – Early Asylums: In the U.S. and Europe, large state hospitals were built to house people with mental illness, often…
