
Eating Disorders Require a Multi-Faceted Approach
Mental HealthEating disorders aren’t just a mental health concern. They have serious physical health consequences and can even be fatal. Eating disorders prevent people from obtaining critical nutrition that affects the brain and body. Holidays and events…

How to Recognize a Trauma Bond
Anxiety and Depression, Mental HealthMany people experience a trauma bond and don’t even realize it. A trauma bond can be immobilizing, preventing people from leaving a toxic relationship.
Risk Factors
You may be more susceptible to a trauma bond if the relationship between…

Postpartum Depression is a Serious Mental Health Concern
Anxiety and Depression, Mental HealthPostpartum depression (PPD) has occurred in women for centuries. It was recognized in 460 B.C. by Hippocrates. The Greek physician wrote about it, referring to PPD as “perpetual fever.” He noted that it brought about feelings of delirium,…

How Daylight-Saving Time Can Affect You
Mental HealthDaylight-saving time (DST) begins on Nov. 5, 2023. It was originally instituted to save energy and take greater advantage of natural daylight hours, However, the idea of “fast time” was first introduced in 1918. Unfortunately, it can have…

9 Healthy Ways to Address Stress
Anxiety and Depression, Mental HealthStress is normal in multiple situations and for a variety of reasons. Rather than turning to comfort food, there are ways to extend yourself some self-care to destress.
Meditate
Meditation is great for quieting the mind. If you’re a newcomer…

The Mental Health Effects of Being a Caregiver
Mental HealthAn estimated 65.7 million adults are informal caregivers for a family member. That doesn’t count individuals working in professional environments. Most caregivers are women.
Many suffer from stress, anxiety and depression, which increases…

The Link Between Nutrition and Mental Health
Mental HealthMultiple 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…

How to Get Started with Mental Healthcare
Mental HealthGaining 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…

Social Media and Mental Health
Mental HealthSocial 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…

How to Handle Uncomfortable Thoughts
Mental HealthUnwanted 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…