Take a trip through time with us. You’ve just hopped off the school bus after a long, hard day at school. You kick your wheelie sneakers off at the front door and rush to your childhood bedroom where you toss…
Negative perceptions about people with allergies can impact the mental health of those who are allergic to substances like mold, dust, pollen, and food (via Medical News Today). Researchers conducted an online survey to better understand the psychological impact of…
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…
In our dreams, we sometimes come face to face with our worst nightmares — including death. Falling from a cliff, drowning in open water, or being chased by a wild animal through the woods are all terrifying scenarios that can lurch…
For thousands of individuals, living with depression or depressive symptoms is a part of daily life. Johns Hopkins Medicine states that each year, up to 26% of American adults experience a diagnosable mental health condition, with 9.5% of American adults…
Obsessive-compulsive disorder, also known as OCD, is a chronic mental health condition in which a person experiences unwanted or intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions). Not everyone with OCD will have both obsessions and compulsions, but many do. According to WebMD, obsessive thoughts…
During your run, a dog comes out of nowhere with teeth bared, and you jump into action. Adrenaline hits your veins with the intensity of a freight train, making all your senses more acute. Your legs can run like you’ve…
Menopause brings on a number of changes, like adjustments to your menstrual cycle, hot flashes, and sleep troubles, according to the National Institute on Aging (NIA). Many of these changes aren’t welcome changes, and unfortunately, your mood might get disrupted,…
If you or someone you love has attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you can empathize with how having the disorder can substantially impact someone’s life. Living with ADHD often means having difficulty concentrating, becoming easily distracted, experiencing restlessness, and struggling…
Whether it’s situational or chronic, we’ve all experienced anxiety before. The symptoms are familiar: your heart pounds and your chest feels tight, it gets harder to breathe, and your hands get clammy. And all of that makes sense as a…