7 Tips For Managing Your Mental Health During the Holidays
Ready or not, the holidays are fast approaching. Soon, you’ll be preparing dinners, coordinating visits with relatives, and getting the kids ready for any potential travel or holiday plans for the year. While the holidays can be a wonderful time of year full of warmth and togetherness, there’s no question that they can also be […]
8 Resources For Postpartum Depression
You expect having a child to be one of the happiest moments of their life. That can make it all the more stifling when you find yourself suffering from postpartum depression. Many mothers feel a sense of guilt, that their postpartum depression must be their fault. This could not be farther from the truth. In […]
6 Therapies For Anxiety
Anxiety disorders are by far the most common mental health disorders that affect people all around the world. The American Psychiatric Association (APA) states that 30% of adults will face anxiety at some point in their lifetime. Anxiety is an umbrella term for several different anxiety disorders, including: Agoraphobia Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) Panic disorder Separation Anxiety […]
How Long Does Postpartum Depression Last?
Having a child can be a wonderful experience, but it is certain to have a profound impact on your life and on your body. Your sleep schedule, daily routine, your finances, hormonal balance, and even your sex life may all be altered after the birth of your child. Roughly 60-80% of mothers develop postpartum “blues” […]
The Difference Between a Therapist and Psychologist
The terms “therapist” and “psychologist” are all too often used interchangeably. This makes sense because there is a strong overlap between the two professions. There are different education levels necessary for both professions, as well as different duties and expectations. What Is a Therapist? In the mental health field, a therapist offers talk therapy, though […]
Do I Have Birth Trauma?
Birth trauma can be a very personal experience, and it’s different for everyone. It is defined as “the emergence of a baby from its mother in a way that involves events or care that cause deep distress or psychological disturbance, which may or may not involve physical injury, but resulting in psychological distress of an […]
How To Find the Right Psychiatrist For You
A psychiatrist is a licensed medical doctor who specializes in treating mental illnesses. Unlike a therapist, a psychiatrist can prescribe medication in addition to therapy or other treatments for various mental illnesses. But finding the right psychiatrist who understands your needs and suggests the best solutions can seem a daunting task. It is always a […]
6 Questions To Ask Before Choosing a Mental Health Provider Network
The choice to reach out for mental health support is an admirable one, though sometimes overwhelming. It can also be frustrating to have to start over with new mental health providers after a move or a bad experience with a past network. A mental health provider network can offer you several different professionals to choose […]
Controlling Our “Worry”
Have you ever laid in bed at night with racing thoughts full of worry and anxiety, making it almost impossible to get a good night’s sleep? With seemingly never-ending to-do lists and problems that seem like you must solve ASAP, our minds are constantly thinking and worrying. We can’t sleep or concentrate because we have […]
The Importance of Men’s Health Awareness
June is a month focused on celebrating all types of people and bringing awareness to numerous causes. One of the most important campaigns we bring awareness to in June is men’s health. The purpose of Men’s Health Month is to heighten the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of disease […]
