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Depression is a mental health disorder that has the capability of taking control of lives in every aspect. We often associate depression with sadness but, did you know it’s associated with other symptoms as well? Some symptoms differ in different age groups. The Mayo Clinic lists the following depression symptoms that occur within children, adolescents…
Ever feel like you are tired of caring? You spent so much time providing time, effort, kindness and support to others that you feel like it’s never enough. Well, you are probably wondering what compassion fatigue is? Compassion fatigue is characterized by physical and emotional exhaustion and a profound decrease in the ability to empathize…
Bipolar Disorder Everyday more individuals are diagnosed with Bipolar disorder. There are four types of bipolar disorder: Bipolar 1 Bipolar 2 Cyclothymia Other specified/unspecified related disorders (Cleveland Clinic, 2022) When it comes to bipolar we tend to forget about the other types. You are probably wondering how are they different? The Ashley Addiction Treatment website…
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…
When a medical professional mentions hormones We automatically assume it’s about our sex hormones. Have you ever thought about the other hormones that play in the overall function of your body? Yes, Estrogen and Testosterone are important hormones but, what about your insulin and glucagon hormones? First off, let’s start with the basics. Hormones are…
Do you remember When Rihanna sang “Please Don’t Stop the Music (Rihanna, 2005)”? Every time she performs you feel the musical notes vibrating through your body. Whenever you hear a song you just want to jump up and dance. Have you ever wondered why? Research suggests that music stimulates various parts of the brain and…
Saying goodbye Saying goodbye to someone or something is sad, whether it’s a temporary goodbye or a forever goodbye. Healthy Goodbyes Help Us Move On One of the surest ways to become stuck in a new season is to be unintentional about moving on from an unhealthy relationship, toxic friendship, or terrible job. Everyone handles…
Blessings come in disguise. When you feel that life just can’t get any worse you ask yourself where do I go from here? Starting over in life can be difficult, whether it’s a new job, marriage, trust and even our health. Before you can fix something, you need to know what causes it to break…
When you’re experiencing a difficult situation, it’s normal to feel lost or hopeless, like nothing will ever go right ever again. Maybe a major relationship ended, you suffered a loss, or you feel lonely. It can be tough to find the light when everything seems wrong, but nothing lasts forever and this too shall pass….
Have you ever said, “I wish I was a kid again.”? Some days are harder than others as we know. Being an adult you have so many responsibilities, to bring parenthood into the mix tops it off! I just don’t feel like doing anything today! Having daily responsibilities can be a drag, waking up doing…
On a scale from 1 to 10.. How upset do you get when someone tells you to “think positively” or “be grateful for what you have” while you’re going through a crisis? When people put it that way it feels like they’re annulling your feelings and the hard times you’re going through. But is there…
What is Postpartum? The dictionary states that the word postpartum comes from a Latin phrase which means “after childbirth”. The postpartum period begins immediately after birth and lasts for up to six months. That’s the amount of time that it takes a woman’s body toreturn to a pre-pregnancy state. Now anyone that has given birth…
Money is not the root of happiness, matter of fact it can rain havoc on your happiness and control your life if you don’t use it wisely. What’s the connection between money and happiness? Things that bring you happiness can be said to have intrinsic value. This means they’re valuable to you but don’t necessarily…
Mental Health and Music Mental health is a major theme in a lot of art today, particularly music. Music For Mental Health is dedicated to coordinating creative projects between the music community and organizations that work to improve people’s overall mental health and well-being. Society continues to break down the stigma around talking about struggles,…
Valentines Day For decades Valentine’s Day has been marked by sweethearts exchanging the traditional gifts of flowers, candies and cards. Date nights get penciled in, and reservations are made for special restaurant dinners or romantic getaways. We dress in reds and pinks and it’s a fairy tail evening with the ones we love. However, not…