Muscle tension. Increased heart rate. Nausea. Racing thoughts. Anxiety is one of the most unpleasant human emotions. It’s also a normal human reaction to stressors and potential threats. It can even serve a protective function in certain situations. Many people...
Are you experiencing self-harming thoughts or behaviors? If so, it might be time to seek treatment. Self-harm can be dangerous, hurting your physical and mental condition. Though people who engage in self-harm often use it as a coping mechanism, it can actually make...
When you’re feeling nervous or anxious, your mind can start racing. People often develop habits or coping mechanisms, conscious or unconscious, to reduce those rapid thoughts and uncertain feelings. However, if you have obsessive-compulsive disorder, coping strategies...
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can be challenging for anyone to deal with. As a teen, grappling with the symptoms of this mental health disorder can be especially difficult. PTSD typically arises after significant mental and emotional trauma. For some, PTSD is...
Depression isn’t always obvious, and it doesn’t look the same for every person who is diagnosed with it. It can be tempting to shrug off mental health struggles. But it’s important to practice some self-reflection and take note of your emotions, thoughts and behaviors...
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