Self esteem issues Are often associated with numerous mental health disorders. Self esteem issues can be an indicator or a byproduct of a disorder. For example, depression can cause self esteem issues, vice versa. Most have difficulty going through their day to day routines because they feel insecure about themselves. So what should we do? […]
Anxiety
Understand Your Sleep
Sleep is so great It allows our bodies to rest and regain our strength for the next day. That moment when you reach for your pillow and your blanket, you feel the absolute comfort of sleep. Sleep is a vital part of our lives. The lack of or too much sleep can be dangerous to […]
Should You Be Concerned About Social Media?
Why is social media a new concern for parents? It’s 2024 and teens are becoming more dependent on technology. So much so that they’ve created multiple accounts on various social platforms. Adolescents enjoy social media because they are able to communicate with their friends, families and their favorite celebrities. Why is social media dangerous? We […]
Children and ADHD
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is a disorder that affects millions of kids around the world The estimated number of children aged 3–17 years ever diagnosed with ADHD, according to a national survey of parents, is 6 million (9.8%) using data from 2016-2019 (CDC,2023). ADHD can be extremely overwhelming for parents. Many struggle to control their […]
Why Am I Paranoid?
“You’re so paranoid!” Has anyone said that to you? Well, Paranoia is not something you joke about. Paranoia is a serious psychological diagnosis. So what is paranoia exactly? The Better Health Channel defines Paranoia as the “irrational and persistent feeling that people are ‘out to get you’ or that you are the subject of persistent, […]
Your Family and Your Mental Health
Ever wonder why your health care providers always ask about your family history in regards to your health? DNA contains a lot of information about your mental and physical health. DNA is like the blueprint of your body. Many medical and psychological disorders have a strong genetic component. Meaning that some conditions are passed down […]
Differences Between a Psychiatrist and Therapist
There comes a time when we need to see a mental health provider. Depending on your circumstance you may be in need of a Psychiatrist or even a mental health counselor. What’s the difference? Well for one it depends on what kind of services you are looking for. Not only that but each profession requires […]
What You May Not Know About Autism
Once upon a time.. Autism was defined by two types: Asperger’s and low functioning. As time progressed researchers have discovered that Autism is a spectrum. What does that mean? Imagine regular blue Crayola crayon instead of just dark blue and light blue. You have an array of mixed shades of blue. Each adult and/or child […]
Eating Disorders 101
Anorexia and Bulimia Affects millions of individuals around the world. The World Health Organization reported that, “In 2019, 14 million people experienced eating disorders including almost 3 million children and adolescents(WHO,2023)”. Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder in which the individual is severely underweight due to a distorted view of their weight. What does that […]
Caffeine, Anxiety, and Addiction
According to the Food Insight organization “Nine in ten (93%) Americans report consuming caffeine (Food Insight, 2022) ”. Can you really blame us? We are constantly moving and we need an extra pick me up to get through the day. Many of us can’t survive without a cup of joe. Now look at the statistics […]
You’ll Need These Coping Skills if Your Child Has ADHD
What is ADHD? The American Psychological Association defines ADHD as; “a behavioral condition that makes focusing on everyday requests and routines challenging”(APA, 2023). Children diagnosed ADHD have difficulty focusing, and tend to be very impulsive. Unfortunately, there is no cure for this disorder, we can only treat the various symptoms. Children with this disorder can […]
Addressing Aggressive Behavior in Children
We all have difficult moments, some more than others. As adults we have learned numerous coping mechanisms to treat our negative behaviors. Children, on the other hand, require more simplicity. Meaning that we need to communicate at their level. Aggression is a series of behaviors that can cause physical and/or emotional harm According to Kendra […]
Improve Your Mental Health with H2O
Water is a liquid that we drink to survive but, have you ever wondered how it affects our mental well being? You’re always told to drink water from health care providers, but ever wondered why? Yes, our body composition is largely of water, so we need to replenish the liquids that our body excretes. The […]
Black Lives + Mental Health
African Americans have endured systemic racism, oppression, scientific bias, and historical trauma. Throughout centuries, this minority group has endured terrible and unjust treatment. Which is why many avoid seeing healthcare providers. African Americans no longer trust providers when it comes to their wellbeing. The Black Lives Matter movement started in 2013 and it was meant […]
Anxiety 101
Anxiety is a disorder that can suddenly take over your mind and body without a warning. One moment we are calm and collected then out of nowhere we want to hide from the public. Yes, Anxiety is an excessive amount of worrying but, did you know there are several different types of anxiety? The National […]
