Social media and technology have transformed the landscape of this generation. Children are growing up in the age of computers, cell phones, and social media. Long gone are the days
Mental Health
In life, particularly as you age and endure more life experiences, it can be easy to succumb to bitter feelings. Bitterness about not getting that job you really wanted. Bitterness
1. Banana We all know that bananas are full of potassium, which is good for counteracting the effects of sodium in the body and balancing blood pressure. But did you
What many people don’t realize is that everyone should be focusing on their mental wellness. Mental health is so much more than having a diagnosis or mental illness. Your mental
Mental health conditions have long been stigmatized in our society. Individuals have been unfairly blamed for their symptoms, belittled and demeaned, and discriminated against. Ignorant and uneducated people have wrongly
Think about it, have you ever had one of those days, just everything seems to be going wrong and you’re really in a slump? Then suddenly, there’s a little smile.
Attending a high school or college track meet can be very entertaining. While cheering on your runner of choice, you can get in some fantastic people watching. You can take
In a world of video games, television, and social media, there has been a cultural shift in the way our children play and interact with one another. In addition to
Sleep walking and sleep talking are categorized as parasomnias, or strange behaviors that happen when a person is partially awake during sleep. Both sleep walking and sleep talking are classified
Everyone wants to feel healthy and happy, and for all of us, this involves a specific neurotransmitter that our body produces naturally called serotonin. Researchers call this chemical the “happy
Heraclitus, a Greek philosopher, once said that “change is the only constant in life.” Isn’t that the truth. The only thing that you can bet money on is that things
Schadenfreude is a term to describe the feeling of pleasure or joy people get from watching someone struggle or fail. It may seem sadistic and by definition it might not
Hollywood movies have reaped big incomes from topics such as this, but let’s deal with reality: Losing your therapist is not amusing. Let’s look at how you can keep yourself
Some of the best scientific discoveries seem to happen by accident. Penicillin, the microwave, and the inkjet printer are examples of some serendipitous discoveries. The psychological concept of learned helplessness
Copper is a vital nutrient everyone needs that we probably do not think about on a daily basis. It is an essential part of the chemical reaction that occurs when
There is plenty of research about how sugar affects your physical health. It can lead to issues like diabetes, obesity, and heart disease. Physical health problems can often lead to
Religion, for many, is an integral part of their life. No matter which religious sect a person ascribes to, the act of being religious has been seen to have a
A delusion of grandeur refers to a person’s false belief that they are someone other than who they are or believe they have special powers. It is commonly identified by
Hebephilia refers to the primary or exclusive adult sexual interest in pubescent individuals ranging from age 11-14. Hebephilia is differentiated from pedophiphilia, which involves exclusive sexual attraction to prepubescent children
The term “psychopath” is a term that mental health professionals use to categorize a particular group of symptoms that accompany a personality disorder. Thanks to movies and television, however, most
Most of us can identify at least one or two people in our lives who have an aversion to a common, everyday sound. It may be an aunt who cannot
Anger is a universal, normal human emotion. Everyone experiences anger and frustration at one time or another. However, what we do with our anger can vary considerably. We all have
People work through personal struggles all the time. Some find different types of treatment helpful anywhere from medication, to therapy, to accountability through friendships. At a certain point, the treatment
Have you ever been to an art museum? If you have, you know that there are many amazing, beautiful works of art that have been created over the history of
Every parent wants their child to succeed and be happy. Seeing children sad, frustrated, or disappointed can tug at our parental heart strings like nothing else and our impulse is
Locus of control is a person’s perceived amount of control they possess in their daily life. There are two types of control people have: internal and external. Internal locus of
The term “brain zaps” refers to a withdrawal symptom common for individuals who cease taking certain medication for depression and anxiety. Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) as well as selective
Contrary to the beliefs of some, crying is an important component of mental health and wellness. The benefits of crying are often unrecognized, overlooked and under- appreciated, as it can
Psychologists and other researchers have long studied the impact that colors make on human life; color has been found to influence people’s ideas, perceptions, and preferences for things both obvious
We all know that weather can affect our mood; depending on the climate in which you live, a person may have a personal preference for a particular kind of weather.
Kleptomania is a relatively rare mental health disorder characterized by the recurring inability to resist stealing. People with this condition have experienced repeated, unsuccessful attempts to quit stealing. The urges
Nightmares are very realistic and distressing dreams that wake you from sleeping. Nightmares occur more frequently during REM sleep which is the deepest part of sleep and where most dreaming
At one time or another, most of us can admit that we paid for a gym membership for way too long without ever having stepped foot into the premises. It
One of the most humorous and widely recognized fictional scenes about travel takes place in the movie, Home Alone. The power goes out the night before the McAllister family is
Sex and sexuality have been studied for centuries and different cultures have their own unique perspectives about what constitutes appropriate and “normal” sexual expression and sexual conduct. What has been
When someone experiences a severe or traumatic event in their life, they can begin to develop disruption in their mental health and overall functioning. Mental health professionals describe these mental,
A narcissist is a person who shows a disproportionate interest in themselves. They have a strong desire to be admired by others, strive for attention, and have difficulty enduring criticism
There are physical and mental health benefits to keeping with a daily routine, particularly as it relates to sleep. The natural patterns and activities that occur in a 24 hour
The Centers for Disease Control and the Social Security Administration have noticed the rise in mental health problems, including suicidal efforts among youngsters and teens, since 2004. The numbers worsened
In January 2019, a story broke of a twenty-nine year old woman who gave birth to a baby boy in a long-term care facility in Phoenix, Arizona. This story by
The quick answer is yes, we really do repress painful memories. Not all bad memories are repressed. People still remember things like someone close to them passing away or abuse
Hippocrates, a Greek physician that lived from 460-370 BC, had a theory that connected the inner workings of the body to a person’s personality and behavior and lead to the
From a young age, we are taught to treat others as we would like to be treated. Unfortunately, some children miss the memo and go on to treat others very
Historically, therapy has gotten a bad rap. Before mental health was researched or understood, individuals were deemed crazy if they displayed or admitted a mental health condition. Moreover, it was
More women are participating in the workforce than ever before. Women are earning bachelors and even doctoral degrees at a higher rate than men. There are more mothers in the
You probably know pessimistic people and you might even be one yourself. Let’s skip past the consequences of choosing a pessimistic attitude that you probably know all about: Attracting toxic
The term bystander effect has been described as the trap of inaction. It describes the phenomenon during which the presence of others discourages people from taking action in an emergency
Aphantasia describes a condition where a person is unable to recall images in their mind. If you were to be given a prompt like, “Think of a red apple sitting
While people generally experience the same emotions, the way they express them can be rapidly different from person to person. Some may have more muted reactions to their emotions, while
Everyone has needs of some sort. If you are around a newborn or a young child even for a few minutes, you understand the importance of meeting needs. When a
Most people know what an intelligence quotient (IQ) is: the score that averages a person’s overall intelligence with their peers based on a variety of standardized tests. What many may
If I were to ask you when was the last time you felt anger, my guess is that it would not take you long to identify a time relatively recently
The beginning of the new year can feel like a motivating and inspirational time; January 1st often marks a clean slate on the calendar where people re-focus on goals or
Simply put, selective memory is a person’s ability to remember certain information and not remember other information. It can be the punch line of many jokes like when a spouse
In horror movies and thrillers, the main characters are often seen running through dark woods or carefully navigating dimly lit corridors. As they stealthily creep through the shadows, paranoia sets
Midlife crises happen to people who want to feel confident that they made satisfying choices in life. The fact that the uncertainty of feeling satisfied bothers the crisis-stricken person says
Sometimes, normal people feel a lack of motivation, a lack of meaning aka a sense of purpose, in life. It can happen as we come to terms with one or
Peter Pan is a cultural figure about a boy who never grows up. He represents the fantasy that most people have at some point about not having to mature and
We all know what it is like to try to get through a day without a good night’s sleep; brain fog, lack of energy both mentally and physically, and mood
Most children start to learn about the “stranger danger” concept before they can walk. They learn to trust their parents or caregivers. They form attachments and emotional bonds to people
In this day and age, social media has become a necessity, a way of life, as opposed to a fun way to pass idle time. Local law enforcement utilizes Facebook
Currently, when most babies are born, the medical staff does their best to immediately take the child and place him or her on the chest of the mother. Skin to
You’ve had times when you wonder “Am I crazy or just upset?” and then you wish you knew how to figure out the answer. So many people experience the same
Imagine yourself sitting down during a hot Sunday afternoon with a book in hand. Then, the power goes out and the A/C stops. Now, you’re sweating. What can you do?
Have you ever heard of Pavlov’s dog? Maybe you heard it referenced in a lecture or talk. Maybe you heard it in referenced in pop culture. If you have even
Deindividuation is an aspect of group-think. The people involved are focused on conformity with a line of thought; they end up making rash, problematic decisions that promote unity within the
Failing to find someone to be your life’s partner is as awful as its reputation: Damned discouraging. So is not getting the career you prepared for. College application rejections hurt
Depersonalization disorder is a dissociative mental health condition where individuals feel disengaged from their bodies, thoughts, and feelings, which occurs on a continual and recurring basis. Depersonalization disorder can cause
Have you tried incredibly hard at something, yet nothing seems to come of it? I’m sure most of us have suffered this indignity. Perhaps you’ve seen the TV show The
It’s not likely that any of the estimated 17.6 million alcoholics in the USA know that alcohol is classified as a depressant, though they might be very aware of its
Dr. Abraham Low’s ground-breaking Mental Health Through Will Training book in 1950 taught readers that thinking too much about a given problem is called “processing.” It’s a matter of overthinking
The statement that “The evidence is clear — playing a musical instrument or listening to music can positively affect brain health and function. … Music can improve mood, increase intelligence, enhance learning and concentration, and ward off the effects of brain aging…”
The term existential crisis can be used flippantly and we may experience different understandings of the term. Having a clear purpose is proven to be vital to living a meaningful
As summer slowly comes to an end, we are getting closer to the time of crisp, fall weather that brings us back indoors and invites us to cuddle under cozy
Smithsonian magazine once held an article entitled When Bad Things Become Funny; Humor experts set out to discover when tragedies are fine to joke about, and when they’re not. The
Child abuse with no escape. Violent crimes. Inability to earn the job or grades that you want. Poverty despite tenacious efforts to overcome it. Betrayal at school, home, work, camp,
“I have had it!” “I am NOT doing this anymore.” “NO!” “I’m done. I’m done. I said ‘I’m done’ and I meant it!” “Why should I live? I have nothing
A heart-breaking problem for the affected child as well as anyone trying to help them, Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) prevents any level of trust or interest in other people. Children
Most often people experience a wide range of emotions when faced with a diagnosis of illness. Shock, fear, anxiety, panic, sadness, and guilt are some emotions commonly experienced by people
We establish our mood based on where we are in our thinking. An example may be if we have regrets about our past, i.e. I should not have worn that
Why does laughter have an enduring reputation as a healer? Does it lead to a chemical reaction that’s good for us? Is it a psychological tool? Is something else going
Google recently partnered with NAMI: the National Alliance on Mental Illness to create a depression test. NAMI’s chief executive officer Mary Gilbert shared her optimism about the joint venture in
To answer the question of this article’s title, “Yes there is a ‘right way to help someone dealing with a mental illness.” There are wrong ways to respond to someone
The saying “if it doesn’t kill you then it makes you stronger” is a nuisance that’s hard to describe in polite company. Most people enduring an upheaval of their emotions
All-nighters, cramming five minutes before class, struggling to remember which courses you signed up for (a literal nightmare at semester’s end for many students) and the effort to even remember
One in five adult Americans will experience mental illness within any given year and 1 in 20 adults are living with a serious mental illness such as bipolar disorder, schizophrenia
The previous article explored what helps sustain and support healthy social, emotional and psychological wellbeing, pointing to the key to enduring mental health lying in the capacity for self-awareness. Self-awareness
After years of struggling with sadness and experiencing doubtful thoughts Jenna finally decided to seek professional help. She had spent a lot of time talking to her mother about her
Majority of the time we find excuses for why things turned out the way they did. I fell asleep and forgot to turn on the dishwasher; I didn’t practice piano
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