As hard as we might try, sometimes we aren’t very kind to ourselves. While being hard on ourselves may seem like no big deal, consistent negative thoughts often convince us that our mistakes and flaws are who we are, not what we’ve done. Though it’s a long process to quiet…
depression
There may come a time when someone with a mental illness — like depression, anxiety, or PTSD — needs your help. While mental health conditions require proper treatment from a mental health professional like a counselor or psychiatrist, you can provide help in the form of comfort, reassurance, and support….
“Forgive yourself. Let it go. Forget about it. Move on.” They’re easy phrases to say, but so much harder to actually do. We all mess up sometimes, whether it’s lashing out at a friend, engaging in self-destructive behavior, or cutting corners at work. Those mistakes often come with overwhelming feelings…
Trust issues are characterized by fear of betrayal, abandonment, or manipulation. And this fear is often triggered as a result of betrayal (such as infidelity), abandonment (think: leaving a child or foregoing a relationship with them), or manipulation (for example, dishonesty or gaslighting). If someone you trusted — a partner,…
If your provider discusses prescribing Wellbutrin, you might wonder how it compares with Adderall and if Wellbutrin gives you energy like Adderall. Although Wellbutrin and Adderall belong to different groups of medications, they do work in some similar ways. Both medications are considered norepinephrine and dopamine reuptake inhibitors (NDRI)….
Prozac (fluoxetine) is a highly prescribed drug that is safe when taken as directed. Overdosing on Prozac is, however, possible. Taking too much Prozac, or combining it with certain other substances, can lead to seizures, kidney damage, and other complications. When not treated promptly, a Prozac overdose can be fatal.
September is National Suicide Prevention Month and is an important chance for each of us to understand how suicidal thoughts can be identified, prevented, and treated. The resounding theme of National Suicide Prevention Month is to provide support and compassion to those struggling with mental health conditions or life circumstances…
Most of us have had this experience: you burst into tears unexpectedly and have to pause to ask yourself, “Why am I crying?” Emotions can seem to surface randomly and for no clear reason, leaving you confused, surprised, or even frustrated. However, emotions are a product of situations, conditions, or…
Gender dysphoria is the term used to describe deep feelings of distress, unease, and discomfort because one’s biological sex does not align with their gender identity, or the gender they view themselves as. Gender dysphoria is a recognized condition in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), and…