Depression and anxiety are increasingly common problems in the world today. An estimated 21 million American adults have experienced a depressive episode according to the National Institute of Mental Health, and an estimated 31.1% of U.S. adults experience an anxiety disorder at some point in their lives. Although there is still a stigma against seeking…
Soon it’s going to be time for the high school seniors out there to start looking for colleges, and for recent graduates to head off to college for the first time. As a parent, this is an exciting and terrifying time for you! Your child is now beginning their adulthood, and everything that you’ve taught…
Was my childhood traumatic? Many people ask themselves this question over the course of their lives, and it can be a real puzzle to try and sort out. Most people’s knee-jerk response is to assume that as long as they weren’t beaten or overtly abused, the answer is no. However, in many cases, the…
Podcasts have become more popular in the last few years than ever before, and it seems that for every subject you can think of, there’s someone out there with a microphone talking about it. This is great news for commuters, workout fiends, and pretty much anyone who likes to have some background noise throughout their…
In the past few years, celebrities of all kinds have been much more open about their struggles with their mental health. Taylor Swift, Bruce Springsteen, Carrie Fisher, Simone Biles, it’s become much more common to see recognizable people publicly discussing the difficulties they face, both because of their unique life and career and because of…
People in high-stress, demanding fields of work, such as doctors, nurses, firefighters, and police, often face a serious amount of mental and emotional distress as a result of their work. However, this is one of the most overlooked and undiscussed aspects of these types of jobs. The risk of developing depression or anxiety disorders or…
The approach of the holidays means lots of fun and family time, but for many people who already struggle with their mental health, it can also mean an increase in the difficulties they face. The winter holidays are a stressful time, and they can aggravate problems such as anxiety or depression. There are some steps…
Summer is in full swing, which means many people are planning vacations. However, if you struggle with an anxiety disorder, it can be very difficult to enjoy this time of year. This is especially true if travel anxiety keeps you from making the most of your summer plans. There are many reasons why traveling can…
