How Alcohol Can Exacerbate the Symptoms of Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety is that feeling of worry, nervousness or fear that can be really intense and sometimes even overwhelming. It’s natural to feel anxious from time to time, like before an exam or an important presentation. But for people with anxiety disorders, these feelings...
8 Ways to Support Teens on Their Mental Health Journey
Symptoms of anxiety, depression and other mental health conditions often start to show up in young adulthood. Oftentimes they are passed down through generations in the same family, but external factors can play a big role, too. Maybe you or your parents dealt with...
Mental Health Allyship: 5 Ways You Can Contribute to Suicide Prevention Efforts
When it comes to mental health wellness, we all have a part to play. People who don’t have a diagnosable mental health disorder, such as generalized anxiety disorder or major depressive disorder, can still struggle with their mental health from time to time. That’s...
Passive Suicidal Thoughts Explained: What Are They and Should I Be Concerned?
During nearly every moment that you’re awake, you likely have some type of thought running through your head, whether it be the process of completing a task at work or taking note of your surroundings while taking a walk. While it would be nice to only have positive...
10 Ways That Grief Can Physically Manifest in Someone’s Body
Any kind of significant loss comes with a period of grief, which can affect much more than your feelings and moods. The emotional impact of grief can definitely take a toll on your physical health. Even when you have time to prepare, you may have difficulty sleeping...
Depersonalization Disorder: “Why Don’t I Feel Like Myself?”
Do you sometimes feel like you aren’t yourself? If you experience dissociative episodes, a mental health disorder could be the cause. One condition that causes these episodes is depersonalization disorder. This condition is also known as...
5 Benefits of Short-Term Mental Health Treatment Facilities for Teens
Maintaining a consistent home and school environment is important for teens — especially when they're having trouble with their mental health. Many parents don't know there are Short-Term Options for both structured outpatient programs and Residential Treatment...
Health Anxiety and OCD: Are They Connected?
The thought of living with pain and suffering or losing years of one's life to illness can be very upsetting. It's important to know your health history and your risk factors for serious conditions. And seeking care when you're not feeling well is a necessary and...
What Is Emotional Blunting? Symptoms and Related Conditions
Have you noticed you’ve been feeling detached or emotionally numb for more than a few days? Or has a loved one been quieter than usual and wearing a blank expression most of the time? Emotional blunting is a state of not feeling and not expressing emotions. There is...