When someone says they feel depressed, it can mean many things. It can mean they feel sad, lonely, hopeless, guilty, or any number of other complex emotions. When these feelings start to have a negative impact on the quality of your life, it is time to take action. Continue reading […]
Nearly one in five adults in the U.S. live with a mental illness. Only a fraction seek help. Here are 10 tips to improve your mental health: Continue reading […]
Did you know life can be stressful at times? Of course you did. Experiencing stress, anxiety, and anger is part of the human condition. We even have built-in responses to these stressful situations that have been part of our DNA for millions of years, like the “fight or flight response”. Continue reading […]
Telepsychiatry was intended to serve patients in remote areas but has evolved into a convenient and effective model for improving access to mental healthcare. Today, it is the preferred method to access care by younger generations, and quickly growing with baby boomers as they adapt to an increasingly digital landscape. Continue reading […]
If you find yourself feeling nervous or uncomfortable in specific social situations, you’re not alone. While many people struggle with different types of social anxiety, the good news is that it can be overcome with the right strategies. Understanding different types of social anxiety is often the first step to managing and conquering them. Continue reading […]
Are you having trouble finding ways to manage your anger? Is anger affecting your relationships, job, or health negatively? If so, these steps to controlling anger could change your life. Continue reading […]
When someone is struggling with depression, the battle is both mental and emotional. Our thoughts shape how we see ourselves and the world around us. Sometimes, those thoughts become distorted, filtering reality through a negative lens. These thought patterns associated with depression can intensify sadness, hopelessness, and anxiety. Continue reading […]
Your mental health and physical health may be more closely related than you think. When your mental health is suffering, it can lead to a potential increase in chronic disease, or physical health symptoms like fatigue, headaches, and digestive problems. Continue reading […]
Did you know there are roughly 100 trillion unique organisms living in your gut? These microbiome communicate with your central nervous system and near-endocrine systems associated with anxiety and stress response. We also know the “gut-brain connection” plays a role in mood and memory, but how much more they communicate is still very much a Continue reading […]
When you sleep, you’re giving your brain a gentle reset at night so that you are ready to start the next day. While you rest, your brain tidies up, sorting through thoughts and clearing out the mental clutter you gathered while awake. Essentially, the importance of sleep on mental health is that it provides a Continue reading […]