Marijuana (and other cannabis products) are popular choices to take the edge off difficult emotions. But in the case of anxiety and other psychiatric disorders, it may be doing more harm than good. A study published recently in Psychological Medicine…
We love our celebrities. Whether it’s a singer whose song reminds us of our first kiss at senior prom or an actor who helped empower us after a bitter breakup, we experience a certain connection to celebrities. Social media allows…
Where there’s life, there’s loss. The unfortunate truth is no one escapes loss, and we all experience a number of losses throughout our lives. Looking back on your life until now, chances are you can recall many times when you…
If you or someone you know has ADHD, you’re probably familiar with the various symptoms – such as problems with concentration, difficulty controlling impulses, or feeling restless. Medications can help people with ADHD manage their symptoms by balancing the neurotransmitters in…
We hear the term inflammation used in connection with a variety of different illnesses, but what is it exactly? In short, it’s your immune system kicking into gear to fight off an irritant, according to InformedHealth.org (via National Library of…
A new TikTok trend is inspiring many people to try something we’ve all fantasized about doing on an especially stressful day — lying in bed for hours and taking it easy. With a whopping 104 million views and counting on Tiktok,…
Sweating, fidgeting, tightness in the chest, and an accelerated heart rate are all common things we may experience in the moments our body becomes flooded with anxiety. Sometimes, however, our body can respond to feelings of anxiety in other ways…
Trigger warning: This article deals with depression and mental health. Everyone feels sadness at some point in their lives. However, when that feeling of sadness and loss of pleasure is consistent after a few weeks, it becomes a depressive disorder.…
You’ve probably been there. You’re nervous about a job interview and find yourself running to the bathroom every ten minutes as you wait in the lobby ahead of meeting with your prospective employer. Having the urge to pee when you’re anxious…
We all have days where we feel overwhelmed by everything on our plate. Maybe you have schoolwork to complete, work multiple jobs, care for dependents, or have a host of after-school activities to get the kids to on time. While…