Mental Health

5 days ago4 min read

Surprisingly Simple Habits That Can Make You Happier and Healthier

Many people believe that staying healthy and happy requires intense effort, strict routines, or expensive lifestyle changes. But what if...

Shiting Wang

6 days ago3 min read

Why Mental Health Deserves Attention

Mental health is an integral aspect of overall well-being, influencing how individuals think, feel, and behave. It shapes our ability to...

Red, Green, and Blues: Coping with Holiday Sadness

preciouskilpatrick

Dec 135 min read

Red, Green, and Blues: Coping with Holiday Sadness

Author: Precious Kilpatrick RN, MSN AGACNP-BC As the holidays start to roll around with all its cheer and great tidings of joy. Many...

Scrolling Through Self-Doubt: How Social Media Affects Body Image

Jennifer Oruwari

Dec 124 min read

Scrolling Through Self-Doubt: How Social Media Affects Body Image

A few months ago, my friend Sarah deleted her Instagram account. She told me, "I just couldn't take it anymore. Every time I scrolled, it...

The Healing Power of Stories: How Sharing Narratives Promotes Empathy and Resilience

Jennifer Oruwari

Dec 124 min read

The Healing Power of Stories: How Sharing Narratives Promotes Empathy and Resilience

Have you ever felt alone in a struggle until someone’s story made you realize you weren’t? A few years ago, a close friend of mine went...

mckenziebowser24

Dec 73 min read

Postpartum Depression

Giving birth to your baby is supposed to be an exciting and invigorating experience. Yet, you feel sad, disconnected, and emotional....

Let’s Talk About Nonadherence to Psychotropic Medications

Erica Tozer

Dec 43 min read

Let’s Talk About Nonadherence to Psychotropic Medications

Nonadherence to psychotropic medications is high, almost 50%. Close to half of patients with major psychiatric disorders, major...

Exploring Alternative Treatments for ADHD: Beyond Traditional Medications

brycekrier

Dec 36 min read

Exploring Alternative Treatments for ADHD: Beyond Traditional Medications

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurological condition that affects millions of children and adults worldwide,...

Shiting Wang

Dec 24 min read

How Emotions Influence Women's Health

Emotions play a profound role in shaping physical and mental health, particularly for women. The interplay between emotions,...

Understanding Anxiety Disorders: A Medical Perspective

Elizabeth Adeolu

Nov 204 min read

Understanding Anxiety Disorders: A Medical Perspective

Introduction Anxiety is a natural reaction to stress and perceived dangers, and it can even be beneficial in circumstances that call for...

tiingwachimunghien

Nov 206 min read

Postpartum Depression

Taking a Closer Look at Postpartum Depression: A Complete Guide Overview This article provides a comprehensive overview of postpartum...

Madelyn Shenoy

Nov 183 min read

Hysterical Strength: The Power of Panic

The situation is life or death. One wrong move can cause the death of oneself or someone else. Every thought, breath, decision, and...

Navigating the Waves of Bipolar Affective Disorder: Understanding the Complexities and Challenges

Grace Brito

Nov 153 min read

Navigating the Waves of Bipolar Affective Disorder: Understanding the Complexities and Challenges

Bipolar affective disorder is a complex psychiatric disorder. Its most striking characteristic is the alternation, sometimes sudden, of...

SAD or Hypothyroidism? How to Spot and Treat Hormonal Imbalances

Jo Gubatan

Nov 144 min read

SAD or Hypothyroidism? How to Spot and Treat Hormonal Imbalances

As winter approaches and the days become shorter, it’s not uncommon for people to suffer from a condition known as Seasonal Affective...

The 'stress hormone': How high-level cortisol can affect our health

jodiedodgson

Nov 143 min read

The 'stress hormone': How high-level cortisol can affect our health

Cortisol is often referred to as the 'stress hormone' as it plays a major role in how our body responds to stress. Its primary role is to...

Managing Holiday Stress for Better Mental Health

Betty Wichman MS, BSN, RN

Nov 132 min read

Managing Holiday Stress for Better Mental Health

Holidays are filled with traditional foods and decorations. We enjoy family gatherings and parties. Yet more than half of us experience...

Juanna Maisie

Nov 114 min read

The Evolutionary Implications of Fear

Overview: Whether you have experienced the leaden weight in your stomach before a speech or had your vision spiral when you stand on a...

Conquering Chronic Pain: Effective Strategies for a Pain-Free Life

Elvis Leighton

Oct 312 min read

Conquering Chronic Pain: Effective Strategies for a Pain-Free Life

Chronic pain affects millions worldwide, severely impacting daily life, relationships, and mental health. This debilitating condition can...

Elizabeth Adeolu

Oct 314 min read

Managing Stress: A Medical Perspective

Introduction Stress is the body's reaction to demands or dangers, or stressors. These stressors might be internal (like anxiety or...

Mulualem Anteneh

Oct 304 min read

Which Anxious are You?

We have all faced that debilitating feeling of constant over-awareness of a problem while at the same time, feeling powerless to do...