The Connection Between Genetics and Depression
Can depression run in the family? The simple and not-so-simple answer is yes and no. People with a first-degree relative diagnosed with depression have a greater risk of developing it. …
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How Your Brain Can be Healed After Trauma
Trauma is not biased; it can happen to anyone, at any age, at any time. As a result, trauma is often unexpected and can leave the receiver feeling in shock …
Intrusive Thoughts: Are They Normal and How Do I Manage Them?
Have you ever had thoughts that pop up out of nowhere, seemingly without reason? For example, you may be having a perfectly normal day and then suddenly think about something …
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 …
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 …