Affirmations and Why They Matter
You may have in your life come across a new term being used today known as an “affirmation.” Some might not know exactly what that means, but they might have …
Mental Health
The Unique Mental Health Problems of Young Adults
In our society, people decided that the age of 18 is when someone legally becomes an adult. The brain itself finishes growing between the ages of 11 to 14 in …
What Are Healthy Coping Mechanisms for Depression?
Depression is a mental health disorder that can be treated, but it’s not something you can “snap out of” or get over in a week. For most people with depression, …
Is Autism a Learning Disability? – How to Find Help
Children and adults struggling with autism have to contend with various challenges. The good news: with the right approach and help, all of these challenges can be conquered. We often …
What Are the Best Practices for Managing My OCD?
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health disorder that causes people to experience repeated and unwanted thoughts, called obsessions. These can cause you to engage in repetitive behaviors or compulsions, …
How to Make a Mental Health Journal
For many people, keeping a journal is a part of their everyday life. It can be amazing to look back on your early years to see how you used to …
What is Splitting? – Splitting and BPD
Borderline personality disorder BPD causes unstable moods, challenging behavior, and, in many cases, trouble managing relationships. Patients with borderline personality disorder often struggle to regulate their emotions and often see …
Does PTSD Go Away Eventually?
PTSD, or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, is a serious mental health condition that impacts around 12 million adults across the United States in a given year, according to the VA. It …
Is Individual Therapy or Group Therapy Best for Me?
Individual and group therapy are two popular options for mental health treatment. They are very different in nature, but both can be effective for treating many common emotional and behavioral …
Why Am I Depressed During the Holidays?
The holidays are supposed to be a time of joy and togetherness, but if you have depression, that doesn’t always happen. Don’t feel alone if you’re sad or depressed during …