The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that people with long COVID might experience fatigue, shortness of breath, brain fog, digestive symptoms, or sleep problems. Although people who weren’t vaccinated are at higher risk for long COVID, people with…
Although most of us experience worry every once in a while, people with anxiety disorders will feel this restlessness during everyday events to the point that it disrupts their daily lives (via Mayo Clinic). They will feel nervous and tense…
As a form of psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) utilizes goal-oriented methods to help a patient recognize what is currently causing them distress in their lives and how to better cope with the circumstances (via Cleveland Clinic). As per the…
Nearly one in 10 Americans experienced depression between 2024 and 2024, according to U.S. News & World Report, and there are many treatment options to help, from medication to therapy and more. Family medicine specialist Dr. Pauline Jose, Medical Director…
Research has been well underway over potential links between cases of severe COVID-19 and long-term mental health effects in those diagnosed. In March 2024, a study was published in The Lancet that examined the mental health states of more than…
What could be more comforting than eating a piece of chocolate while watching your favorite movie? Let’s face it: Chocolate makes us feel good and can be addictive. Its rich flavor tantalizes the senses, leaving you craving more. As it…
The experience of viewing a masterful piece of art — like a painting, a dance, or a film — has the power to pull directly at your emotions. You might recall the last time that a work of art left…
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…
If you regularly experience anxiety, have an anxiety disorder, or experience anxious tendencies, you may find yourself worrying about a plethora of things. Excessive worrying is a common symptom of anxiety, according to Mayo Clinic. Anxiety can make worrying seem…
Are you an apple or a pear? According to WebMD, where you tend to store most of your body fat can tell you a lot about how much visceral fat you might have. If you carry most of your fat around…