Mental Health Topics

In 1969, Swiss-American Psychiatrist Elizabeth Kubler-Ross theorized that there are five universal stages of grief: denial and seclusion, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance. These stages have since become a widely recognized framework for understanding how people process heartbreaking loss.  However, grief is an incredibly personal experience and these stages don’t…

When you’re managing depression or anxiety, starting a medication like Wellbutrin (medical name bupropion) can come with mixed emotions. You might feel hopeful about the potential for relief, but it’s easy to feel anxious and wonder if it will actually make a difference. It’s natural to keep tabs on how…

When emotions are running high, it can be hard to manage. Feeling easily frustrated may result from stress, loss, hormones, or even genetics. It’s important to remember that, even when they’re overwhelming, emotions are important signals.  Experiencing emotions fully and exploring their source can help you move through those emotions….

Whether it’s for OCD, trauma symptoms, or another condition, systematic desensitization therapy can help make triggers manageable, or even allow you to overcome them altogether. Read on to learn more about how systematic desensitization therapy works, how it differs from exposure therapy, and whether it might be right for you.

As one of the most well-known medications used to treat anxiety and depression, Prozac is almost a household name. And for good reason—along with therapy, taking medications such as Prozac for anxiety is often a successful way to treat the challenging symptoms of many anxiety disorders.  But even with such…

Grief is a normal human response to the pain of losing someone. It can be brutal, anguished, disorienting, maddening, enraging, and lonely.  But ultimately, most people will emerge from grief. They may feel forever changed; however, many find meaning in their lives again. Those difficult feelings eventually make way for…

In today’s fast-paced world, disconnecting from work after hours can be difficult. However, cultivating a healthy and appropriate work-life balance is essential to good mental health.  Maintaining a strong work-life balance often requires intentional effort like planning ahead, prioritizing, and setting proper boundaries. Read on to learn about what contributes…

While anxiety is a universal emotion, it doesn’t affect everyone the same way. For some, it’s a fleeting feeling; for others, anxiety can grow into a persistent challenge that disrupts everyday life and negatively impacts mental well-being.  The good news is there are quick and effective ways to manage anxiety…

Work can often feel overwhelming, with stress taking a toll on our lives and leaving us feeling perpetually drained. Beyond emotional fatigue, stress can contribute to serious health conditions including depression, anxiety, heart attacks, high blood pressure, and arthritis.  While it’s not always possible to control stressors in your workload…

Your identity represents the core of who you are and how you see yourself in the world. It might guide your decision-making process, how you handle life challenges, and how you prioritize your time. So, what happens if you lose your sense of self or begin to question your identity? …

We’ve all felt it—that slightly fried feeling from too much screen time, too many notifications demanding our attention, and too many apps pulling us in every direction. It’s overwhelming, and sometimes the best remedy is a good, old-fashioned break, or a “digital detox.”  This purposeful time off from screens and…

Anxiety can disrupt daily life in many ways, sometimes even manifesting as physical symptoms. When someone with anxiety feels particularly nervous or stressed, their body may respond with tension, leading to muscle spasms or involuntary jerks. These are commonly known as “anxiety tics” or, more precisely, “anxiety twitches.” In this…