5 Mental Health Professional-Backed Strategies for Coping With Anxiety
Anxiety affects a lot of people, and for many, it’s getting worse. The American Psychiatric Association’s annual mental health poll in 2024 found that 43% of adults said they felt more anxious than they did the previous year, up from 37% in 2023 and 32% in 2022....
3 Key Differences Between CPTSD and PTSD
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD) are both mental health conditions that can develop after a person experiences trauma. One nationwide study estimates around 1.5% of people have PTSD and 0.5% of people have CPTSD,...
Tips for Dealing With Work Stress
No matter what you do for a living or how much you love your job, it seems nearly impossible not to experience stress from work. For example, if you work at a desk job, you likely have deadlines and meetings that clog up your schedule. If you’re a first responder or...
What May Cause a Panic Attack to Occur? 5 Common Triggers
Life is unpredictable. Even though that unpredictability can sometimes keep life interesting and exciting, that’s not often the way that our brain perceives sudden stressors. Instead of trying to embrace something new and unexpected, it’s possible for your brain to...
Exploring Panic Attack Medication: 4 Considerations to Make Before Deciding on Whether Medication Is the Right Choice for You
Panic attacks can be scary and overwhelming. During a panic attack, your heart may race. Your chest might feel tight, and you may struggle to breathe. Some people feel dizzy, shaky and out of control. If you have panic attacks often, you may wonder if medication can...
The Benefits of Online Group Therapy for Students in College
College can be an exciting time. It often comes with exciting new learning opportunities, friendships and personal growth. However, college can also be stressful. Balancing schoolwork, relationships and personal responsibilities isn’t always easy. Many students...
Existential OCD: Your Guide to Understanding and Managing This Form of OCD
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can take many forms. While OCD always involves obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors, these are not the same for everyone. OCD is often centered around themes, such as contamination or harm. One theme is existential OCD, which...
Challenges With Making Friends: The Unspoken Impact OCD Can Have on Your Social Life
Finding people you can have fun with and whom you can also lean on during difficult times isn’t always easy, but it’s worth it when you find them. Friendships play a significant role in having a well-rounded lifestyle. Friends can provide you with a support system...
Is Your Depression Getting Worse? 6 Signs It’s Time for You to Seek Support From a Team of Mental Health Professionals
Depression can affect every part of your life. It may impact your mood, energy, relationships and physical well-being. You may feel sad and exhausted for hours nearly every day. When depression is impacting your day-to-day life, whether your symptoms are staying the...