Parenting is rewarding, but it comes with a great deal of responsibility. Managing the stress of parenting effectively is critical to ensuring that your children grow up to be healthy, confident, well-adjusted adults. Parenting is not a stress-free job, and that’s OK! Stress is a normal part of life, and you need to be equipped …
Stress can have a serious impact on our physical and mental health, and it’s not unusual for people to feel overwhelmed and stressed out at times. If you’re feeling overwhelmed and stressed out, don’t hesitate to reach out for help. There are plenty of reasons to consider mental health counseling, and we’ll outline seven of …
If you didn’t know that stress affects physical health as well as mental health, then we have some unfortunate news for you, it definitely does. The gut-brain axis has been the talk of the town in recent years, with how chronic stress can cause serious physical symptoms that can result in chronic pain, illness, and …
If you didn’t know that stress affects physical health as well as mental health, then we have some unfortunate news for you, it definitely does. The gut-brain axis has been the talk of the town in recent years, with how chronic stress can cause serious physical symptoms that can result in chronic pain, illness, and …
Depression is something that people rarely talk about. It is recognized as the world’s leading cause of disability. However, what makes it especially hard to talk about is its stigma. Depression is not something you choose to experience; you either do or do not. If you or someone you care about is struggling with depression, …
If you’re an individual who has been struggling with their mental health, then you know the struggle is real. You are not alone in feeling these troubles and this article will give a brief overview of some common mental health problems that your friends and family may not have known about. In this article, we’ll …
Anxiety can interfere with your normal functioning, causing you to lose sleep, eat too much, or avoid social situations. Millions of people have found relief from anxiety through cognitive behavioral therapy. While not everyone experiences anxiety to the same degree, it is one of America’s most common mental disorders. Unfortunately, stress and anxiety are persistent …
When we first realize that we may have a mental health issue, it can be scary. We wonder how people manage, how people deal; we worry and fear about the unknown. Yet, we also have hope. We realize that the help we need is out there. All we must do is reach out and tell …
The act of recognizing mental illness is itself an act of acceptance. Too often hidden, mental illness is viewed under a blanket of shame and stigma. We pretend that our struggles aren’t real. We take medication and go on with our lives, hiding our symptoms or ignoring them altogether. But this is no way to …
Whether you’re stressed at work, at home, or in your social life, stress can take a toll on your body and your health. Stress shortens your attention span, makes you more prone to illness, and makes you more susceptible to depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues. It can also increase your blood pressure and …
