The holiday season, often envisioned as a time of cheer and togetherness, frequently comes with an unwelcome guest: stress. From managing packed schedules to navigating family dynamics and financial pressures, nearly nine in ten U.S. adults report that the holidays...
Being a teenager today means juggling school assignments, extracurriculars, social pressures, and future goals—all while trying to figure out who you are. It’s no surprise that many teens feel overwhelmed.
Despite its alarming prevalence, many people still struggle to recognize the signs and symptoms of OCD, often dismissing their intrusive thoughts and ritualistic behaviors as mere quirks or inconveniences.
The global landscape is marked by economic uncertainties and challenges that cast a long shadow over the usual aspirations of young adults. From soaring inflation to the impacts of a post-pandemic world, the hurdles facing the younger generation are daunting.
From anxiety and depression to stress and mood disorders, the spectrum of mental health challenges is complex, to say the least. While genetics and life experiences each play their own roles in shaping our mental health, an often underestimated factor that influences...
For some of us, life is a never-ending juggling act, especially for those in what is being called the "sandwich generation”. These are the people who find themselves caring for both young children and aging parents at the same time. Balancing these responsibilities...
The topic of postpartum depression (PPD) in new fathers is gaining attention, alongside the well-known baby blues experienced by new moms. A recent study conducted by researchers at UNLV delves into the experiences of new fathers with PPD, shedding light on the...
With everything we have going on in our lives, avoiding stress simply isn’t an option. Stress serves a beneficial purpose at times, but it can have a negative impact on our bodies. When the body perceives stress, the adrenal glands produce cortisol. Cortisol causes...
For many of us, our day-to-day lives can feel like a vortex of responsibilities, deadlines, and endless expectations that leave us feeling depleted. Being deeply overwhelmed has become a norm of sorts. Coming home from work feeling exhausted and lacking energy on a...
Social media is a powerful tool that connects us with our friends, family, and the world. Through the various apps, we can share our thoughts, pictures, videos, or whatever else we choose with the people we know or strangers who share similar interests. However, like...
