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When Does Anxiety Become a Disorder?
Most people experience anxiety at some point in their life. It’s normal for an individual to become nervous before an interview or a date; however, what happens when this anxiety does not subside? Does this mean that you have or are developing an anxiety disorder?
4 Signs of Anger Problems
Emotions of anger, violence and acting out are often related to underlying mental health disorders, including but not limited to depression, anxiety and addiction. You might also exhibit severe low self-esteem and difficulty trusting yourself and others. Past traumatic experiences such as physical, sexual or
How Exercise Positively Affects Mental Health
Exercise is not only about physical gains; it is about mental gains, too. Those who exercise regularly feel more energetic throughout the day, rest better at night, have sharper memories, and are more relaxed and positive about themselves and their lives. Exercise is a powerful
Trauma’s Relationship with Memory
Your memories help to shape who you are and how you behave. Sometimes memory loss or difficult memories can leave you in a state of anxiety, stress, anger and depression. Living in these states can make for an uninspired and even scary recovery journey,
One Year Later: How COVID-19 Has Impacted Mental Health
It’s hard to believe that it’s been one year since the world came to a halt. Everyone has felt the weight of the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition to the obvious physical factors of health and safety, as well as the economic factors due to things
Why Don’t More Young People Seek Help for Mental Illness?
Awareness surrounding mental health illnesses and the need to act to get treatment has been growing in recent years. Campaigns designed to educate and support those struggling with depression, addiction, anxiety, or other illnesses have created a platform to have a conversation. Despite this progress,
How EMDR Can Benefit People Struggling with Trauma
Trauma can create problems that interfere with all aspects of your life. It can perpetuate feelings of anxiety, stress, sadness, and even suicide. While there are numerous therapies and treatments to help with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other trauma-related disorders, eye movement desensitization and
Men’s Mental Health: Why Aren’t More Men Seeking Help?
It is a common stereotype that men don’t like to ask for help, nor do they like going to see a doctor. While this does not account for all men, they are much less likely than women to seek help when they need it, specifically
Why Good Nutrition Supports Happiness & Recovery
Updated on 2/8/2023 The type of food you eat has a significant influence on your mental health and physical wellbeing. Having a balanced intake of healthy foods is a critical component in aiding your recovery needs such as daily energy, focus, positivity and restful sleep.