PTSD can happen to anyone. Current estimates are that as many as 70% of adults in the U.S. have experienced at least one traumatic event in their lifetimes. While anyone can experience trauma, not all people experience traumatic events in the same way. Some are...
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...
Burnout is a state of emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion. Essentially, it is what happens when a person feels like they have run out of steam but does not have the luxury of taking a break. Many people will experience burnout at some point in their lifetime...
Everyone gets angry, but not everyone manages their anger effectively. We have all witnessed occasions where someone has lost their composure because they were angry. Some people yell and scream while others withdraw and withhold. While these strategies may feel good...
Daily life is jampacked with persistent stimulation and enormous stress. It can feel as if life's demands are coming at us constantly while providing little to no relief. These stressors can deliver immense feelings of worry, hopelessness, panic, and paranoia. When...
We all have – irrespective of how punctual we are – felt the desire to put something off for a later time. The reasons could be various – perhaps Netflix is beckoning you to the latest episodes it just released, or you don’t feel in the mood to perform the task, or...
Intrusive thoughts are thoughts that seem to pop into your head at the most random times, and they are typically perceived as odd, taboo, or scary. These types of thoughts are seen in several different types of mental health disorders when they begin to cause...
Adolescence is a time filled with immense change. Whether biological, psychological, or physical, practically every aspect of adolescence is immersed in transformation. These internal and external shifts can be overwhelmingly challenging. Due to a teen’s impulsivity...
It’s normal to feel blue sometimes. Especially today with the added stress of today’s headlines. You may be looking for a way to brighten your mood. Here are 10 easy ways to feel a little better if you’re looking for a pick-me-up. 1. Turn on some music - Many people...
Anxiety is a familiar feeling, and we all experience anxiety at some time. Usually, this occurs when there are obvious threats to our safety or when we anticipate failure, criticism, or judgment. But can a person experience anxiety even when there is no apparent...
