How Malnutrition Plays a Role in Depression
There can be a myriad of factors which can cause or contribute to depression and one of the most surprising and complicated of them is malnutrition. Currently, 1 in 10 Americans is diagnosed with depression and efforts at achieving remission for the disorder have had limited success. A number of people may struggle to make […]
Dealing With Troubling Thoughts
The human brain processes numerous thoughts, feelings, and ideas at a dizzying speed. All kinds of things may run into your head, often ones that are counter to your actual desires or what you know to be true. A lot of times, these unwanted thoughts simply pass by barely being noticed. However, some people do […]
Drinking Alone: Why It Can Be So Dangerous
Drinking alone may sound like a harmless practice but it can often signal the presence of an alcohol dependence and a growing tolerance. While many enjoy drinking at social gatherings in the company of others at bars or other venues, others find that drinking alone is more relaxing and comforting. When this starts to become […]
Heroin Addiction Medication Could Help Suicidal Patients
With depression affecting about 14.8 million Americans, it is not surprising that many people in the U.S. experience suicidal thoughts. Everyday about 105 Americans die by suicide, a number that could be significantly reduced if more people could be provided with treatment and effective solutions for their illness. A new study has looked into possible […]
What Is Emotional Sobriety?
The ability to handle one’s emotions is an important part of leading a balanced life, and making progress in recovery. A person with a lack of emotional maturity will find themselves facing one difficulty after another, especially when it comes to relationships, self awareness, and other significant areas of adult life. Many people who have […]
How Mental Health Stigma Gets In The Way Of Recovery
Stigma about those who suffer from mental health disorders has a profound effect on the possibility of getting the right treatment. There are many reasons those with mental illnesses don’t seek help, including a lack of support from family or friends, a lack of knowledge, the fear of telling someone about their problem, and even […]
Increasing Self Esteem In Eating Disorder Recovery
Self-esteem can be defined as a psychological term for the way people value themselves and their self-worth. Self-esteem is shaped by the unique circumstances and life experiences of each individual. For example, having positive experiences early on in life will instill a strong sense of self-esteem in a person. On the other hand, being brought […]
Healthy Ways to Manage Anger
Enduring frustrating or supposedly unfair experiences is a normal part of being human. People bump up against each other, don’t consider each other’s feelings, and misunderstand each other in countless ways every day. Anger is a normal emotion to feel in these times, and it can be positive if used in healthy ways. At the […]
Demi Lovato Supports “Facing Addiction” to Fight Stigma
Popular singer, actress, and model Demi Lovato has spent most of her life in the public eye and was never able to hide whatever struggles she went through over the span of her career. As successful as she’s been in the world of show business, she has had her ups and downs especially in terms […]
Finding Meaning and Healing in Your Dreams
Dreams are a very common experience for most people able to experience regular sleep. Sometimes the exact conect of our dreams are forgotten, yet we can wake up feeling stressed, sad, or happy, and not always sure why. Other times our dreams can have a tremendous impact on our feelings, staying with us for a […]