There are a lot of benefits that come with starting a family in these modern times. The widespread availability of Lamaze classes, helpful mommy blogs, and nutritious premade baby food delivered right to your doorstep. Yes, convenience and information are…
For a long time, mental health has had quite a stigma surrounding it. However, it seems like slowly but surely, these barriers are being broken down as more people begin to discuss their mental health journeys and seek help. In fact,…
Anxiety is something Americans are all too familiar with — it affects 40 million American adults or roughly 18% of the population each year, according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA). Anxiety disorders can be debilitating, interfering…
If you own a smart phone or computer, there’s a pretty good chance that you use some form of social media at least once a day. Whether it’s Twitter, Instagram, or TikTok, social media has become a fairly integral part…
Antidepressants are commonly prescribed to treat the symptoms of depression and other mood disorders by influencing the way the brain produces serotonin and other neurotransmitters. Like any other medication, antidepressants must be taken only as prescribed. Taking too many can…
Throughout time and across cultures, music has played a role in communication, self-expression, communal celebration, and more (via International Association for Cross-Cultural Psychology). In addition to providing entertainment, music has also been used in clinical settings due to its unique…
When we think of anxiety, we may think of a lot of things: fear, worry, obsessive thoughts, depression, fatigue, etc. Most of all, we probably think of stress. Anxiety and stress are very much related, but they are distinct states.…
Diabetes is usually the first thing that comes to mind when you hear about blood sugar levels — and for good reason. According to the Mayo Clinic, diabetes is a serious health condition that can cause heart disease, kidney damage,…
If you’ve ever struggled with your mental health, you’re not alone. And if you’ve ever struggled to figure out what kind of professional to see for mental health issues, you’re really not alone. From therapists to psychiatrists to counselors to…
According to Healthline, depression is a mood disorder that can cause people to experience extreme sadness or despair. If depression lasts more than 2 years, it’s known as persistent depressive disorder. Sometimes, depression only occurs during specific times of the…