Finding ways to improve and maintain mental health is imperative for normal, daily function. One important task that an individual can adapt to promote a positive mindset is setting healthy boundaries. Having realistic boundaries can help reduce risk of developing…
Uncertainty is eliminated through technology. As before, smartphones give us unprecedented access to and control over our environment and consumption. We can remain engaged in a controlled world of our choosing for extended periods. There are few jobs left that…
Depression affects people in all walks of life, regardless of their social status. People normally stigmatize depression as an excuse for the indolent and as non-severe. However, depression is a severe mental health issue that affects a person’s ability to…
Mental health has always been a difficult topic to discuss. Many people are ashamed of admitting they have mental health problems, while others don’t even know that there might be something wrong with them in the first place. A mental…
Most times, we focus on our physical bodies when it comes to our health. We check what we eat, exercise daily, and stay well hydrated. But that often means overlooking the state of our mental health, yet it plays a…
Autistic spectrum disorder, or simply autism, refers to different conditions whose characteristics range from restrictive and repetitive behaviors to social skills and speech challenges. The CDC estimates that about one percent of the world’s population has autistic spectrum disorder, with…
OCD, also known as an obsessive-compulsive disorder, is a common mental illness that most people can get at any age. Some people know that they have it before they are diagnosed with it. If you have a feeling that you…
Post-Traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is an anxiety disorder that happens when you experience scary and threatening events. It is not always a must you be directly involved in an event to suffer its effects. The shock of the occurrence may…
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a brain condition that influences the way the patient processes emotions and what they think. Responses to everyday life activities involve emotions that make them seem dramatic to the patient and to those around…
Depression is a mood disorder that can cause you to have persistent feelings of sadness. It might cause some people to lose interest in things they previously found fun. Depression goes by many names in the medical world. It can…