Helping a Friend With Depression - What Not to Do

The Link Between Nutrition and Mental Health

Multiple studies have shown that there’s a definite link between nutrition and mental health issues. A poor diet and one lacking in essential vitamins and minerals can lead to stress, anxiety, depression, and exacerbate those conditions. Training…
Can Your Relationships Benefit from Communication Skills Therapy?

The 3 Components of Overall Well-Being

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The three components of well-being are cognitive, emotional and behavioral. Each component interacts with, and influences, the others. It’s known as the health triangle. They’re all critical for mental well-being. People typically deem themselves…
What is Medication Assisted Treatment and Who Can it Help?

How to Get Started with Mental Healthcare

Gaining access to a mental healthcare professional can be easy for some, more difficult for others. Much depends on the requirements of an individual’s healthcare coverage. Some insurers require a referral from a primary care physician. Other…
The Hazards of Getting the Wrong Mental Health Diagnosis

Social Media and Mental Health

Social media can be a great tool with which to stay in touch with family and friends. However, social media also has a dark side with the power to adversely affect the mental and physical health of anyone who uses one of the platforms. Social…
Helping Someone You Love Struggling With Intrusive Suicidal Thoughts

How to Handle Uncomfortable Thoughts

Unwanted thoughts intrude on everyone at various times in their life. They arrive unbidden and are the source of considerable stress, anxiety and even fear. It’s important to understand that intrusive thoughts are normal, but they can also…
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How do I Know if I’ve Found the Right Therapist

There’s always a certain amount of trepidation surrounding the search for a mental health therapist. That’s a perfectly valid feeling. All therapists are highly trained professionals, but there are other elements at work when seeking mental…

How to Navigate Empty Nest Syndrome

Empty nest syndrome is a very real problem for some parents, even though it’s not officially listed as a mental health disorder. On average, parents adjust to their new lifestyle within a couple of months. However, parents experiencing serious…

Helping Your Child Navigate College Life

Just trying to get into the college of their choice is stressful for young people. They don’t understand the ramifications of costs, repaying loans, or choosing the best institution for their career goals. College preparation encompasses more…

Does Exercise Help with Depression?

Many people with depression are surprised when their therapist prescribes exercise. Multiple studies have demonstrated that exercise and other types of physical activity are an effective method for easing symptoms of anxiety, addressing depression,…

How to Discuss Mental Health and Addiction to Reduce the Stigma

Despite greater awareness of mental health conditions and addiction, along with numerous media campaigns, fear and misunderstanding creates stigma that continues to proliferate. Stigma is just one of the reasons that many people don’t seek…