Everyone remembers spinning around in circles as a kid. When you stop, the world seems to keep spinning around you, and it’s difficult to find your balance. That’s what someone with vertigo experiences, only they didn’t precede it by spinning…
Although it’s natural to double-check your house before leaving or make sure your hands are clean, people with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) have recurring thoughts that drive them to repeat certain behaviors. These intrusive thoughts and behaviors can consume a good…
According to the UK’s National Health Service, the medical use of the term “vegetative” means a person lacks consciousness even though they’re awake. Their body responds to reflexes, but their minds don’t respond to their environment. You might assume, therefore,…
With one out of five people experiencing a mental health condition every year, mental illness can create a ripple effect within our families and communities, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). The uncertainty of COVID took a toll…
The night is winding down and you’re trying to fall asleep, but your mind can’t stop entertaining intrusive thoughts. We’ve all had those nights, and it’s important to be able to recognize whether it’s an occasional issue or something that needs…
U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy issued an advisory that warned about the risk of social media on the mental health of children and adolescents. The 25-page advisory drew from more than 100 research studies that showed that although social…
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…