These days, it’s unfortunately becoming more and more common to hear about companies that are laying off employees. Losing your job can pose financial challenges for you and your family, but what isn’t talked about as often is that job loss can seriously affect your mental health as well. Sadness and grief, feelings of worthlessness,…
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…
Depression is one of the most common mental illnesses in the world today, and it can also be one of the most difficult to cope with. Depression is an incredibly isolating condition, and this isolation can become not only lonely, but dangerous in times of crisis when a person really needs support from friends, family,…
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…
Feeling upbeat and positive during the cold, dark days of winter can seem like a pretty impossible task for many people. You’re stuck inside, often separated from your friends and other people you love, and the days can just seem to drag on, leading to worsening mental health or seasonal depression. This doesn’t have to…
2022 is here, and to ring in the new year, everyone is starting to make their New Year’s resolutions. Maybe you’re planning to train for a marathon, or learn to cook, or to read more books, but whatever is on your list this year, it might be worth considering adding one or two resolutions pertaining…
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…
