What is Talk Therapy?
Millions of adults in America experience a mental health disorder each year, with around one in five people suffering from conditions such as PTSD, depression, and anxiety. Unfortunately, only a small portion of these people will seek treatment for their condition. If you’re struggling with a mental health issue and have considered getting help, then […]
PTSD Awareness Day
PTSD Awareness Day is a day set aside each year to raise awareness about the effects of post-traumatic stress disorder, commonly known as PTSD. Millions of Americans suffer from PTSD, and only a small portion of those millions will ever receive treatment for the condition. Far too many people suffer in silence because the signs […]
Understanding High-Functioning Depression
It’s normal to feel the effects of life’s ups and downs. Sadness is a part of the experience of living, and normally, people are able to move on from it and look forward to a new day. Depression, on the other hand, is a vastly different experience, and it doesn’t just involve feeling sad for […]
Common Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder
It’s normal for people to experience ups and downs in life, as various circumstances and life events can make us happy or sad. However, for those who are struggling with bipolar disorder, these ups and downs are much more intense. It can be difficult for those with bipolar disorder to cope with their mental health […]
How a Chemical Imbalance Affects Depression
If you suffer from depression, you aren’t alone. In fact, millions of men in the US suffer from depression every day. But not everyone may be aware that depression is caused by changes in the brain due to chemical imbalances. Depression can be a highly personalized process for each individual. This means that your personal […]
The Importance of Repairing Relationships
Addiction is a disease that can affect many parts of your life. Relationships can be negatively affected when you are struggling with addiction. This can be due to your behaviors toward people you care about, your struggles with finances, or even legal troubles that may arise. Getting sober is one of the best steps that […]
Self Love in Recovery
The term “self-love” may call to mind the image of a guru or yoga-practitioner chanting in leggings. It may seem like an idea that is far from your everyday life. However, self-love is one of the basic ways you can help yourself get through recovery. And self-love doesn’t have to be difficult. However, self-love can […]
Yoga and Mental Health
Yoga has become extremely popular as a form of exercise that also provides benefits to the mental wellness of the practitioner. Within the last decade or so, many studies have been conducted to determine the effectiveness of yoga, mindfulness, and other alternative therapies for the treatment of mental health issues. While results are mixed, depending […]
How Does Anxiety Affect Men?
The social definition of what it means to be a man can be incredibly daunting. Men are often expected to weather the challenges of life while remaining calm, stoic, and completely in control. Showing signs of sadness, stress, or fear is frequently frowned upon. In fact, these emotions are often seen as undermining a man’s […]
Signs of Depression in Men
Everyone experiences feelings of sadness from time to time. Depression, however, is markedly different. Far more intense and often prolonged, depression can affect a person’s ability to engage in, enjoy, or even complete everyday activities. Although both men and women can develop depression, men are less likely to talk about how they feel, and less […]
