January is Mental Wellness Month, a poignant reminder of the importance of mental health in our daily lives. In a world where mental illnesses like anxiety and depression are on the rise, taking proactive steps to maintain and improve holistic wellness is more crucial than ever. Let’s explore why...
We’ve all experienced the moment of anxiety that comes when we notice a new health-related symptom. Whether it’s physical or mental, any change can feel alarming. Often, our first response is to pull up our search engine of choice and attempt to figure out what is going on. While...
Financial problems are becoming more common as our society navigates inflation, an overwhelming housing market, and continued recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. For those who had existing debt prior to the events of the last few years, this burden has only increased. Recently, those in mental health fields have...
PTSS vs. PTSD Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, has been part of everyday language for a generation now (though it first became an official medical term in 1980). Less often heard of, but a legitimate item of concern, is post-traumatic stress syndrome (PTSS), which has similar symptoms and usually begins in...
While adoption can give a child a permanent home and a sense of belonging, the trauma that led to the need to be adopted can lead to bigger problems if not properly addressed. There is a link between adoption trauma and addiction that needs to be closely examined, particularly...
Depression is usually associated with a person’s mental or emotional state. Many people suffering from depression also experience issues with their physical health, including chronic pain. The physical symptoms of depression need to be addressed appropriately as well, for the individual’s overall health and well-being. Depressive Disorder One of the most...
After you’ve had your baby, you may find that you are experiencing a wide range of emotions. You’re excited to see the little one finally, after so many long months of pregnancy. You’re anticipating what life will be like with a new member of your family. You may even...
Everyone feels sad at some point in their life. When that sadness does not go away, it could be a type of depression. Situational depression can have longer lasting and more serious symptoms than sadness, which is usually a temporary condition. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time...
