In the United States today, nearly 20% of the population over 18 years of age suffer from anxiety, according to the Anxiety & Depression Association of America. This condition is broken up across several different specific disorders, including generalized anxiety…
Stress and anxiety are common problems in the United States, affecting people of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. The American Institute of Stress states that 55% of people in the United States are stressed during the day. Chronic stress has also…
We all know how uncomfortable it feels when an upset stomach, abdominal pain, or diarrhea stops us right in our tracks as we’re trying to get through a busy day. In such cases, taking Tums or Pepto Bismol may alleviate…
Depression can be debilitating, affecting how we can carry on with our lives. According to a 2012 study in the Journal of Medicine and Life, just one-fourth of people with depression can access proper medication and therapy, and even then,…
Every other year, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) releases the Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS), which reports on trends relating to sexual behavior, substance use, violence, and mental health in high school students. The newest data, released…
Acne affects nearly 50 million Americans each year, making it the most common skin condition in the United States (per American Academy of Dermatology Association). And while the extent of acne’s prevalence may make it seem like no big deal,…
Crohn’s disease is a gastrointestinal (GI) condition that causes chronic inflammation in the bowel and digestive tract. The Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation explains that Crohn’s disease is part of a larger group of inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD) that affect the…
We all know that food is necessary to fuel our bodies, but there are many people who have a complicated relationship with food. If you’re someone who feels stress and anxiety about eating, there are many people who understand what…
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…
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 1 in 5 people in the United States has a mental health disorder. Mental health affects every aspect of our life, from our relationships with others to our ability to perform…