A divorce can be a very unsettling and stressful event. At a minimum, a significant relationship is coming to an end, routines are disrupted, the family may be uprooted, and transitions are inevitable. Then there are the many emotions that come with a divorce, including anxiety, frustration, and resentment, to name just a few. Coping…
Have you ever woken up groggy and irritable? You know that you didn’t sleep well last night, and unfortunately, it will impact your mood for the rest of the day. Did your lack of sleep impact your mental health, or did your mental health affect your sleep? Your sleep habits may have more of an…
The beauty of the great outdoors. As the light grows dim and the wind howls, winter for many people can bring sadness, loneliness, and depression. The shorter hours of daylight prevent many people from feeling the warm rays of the sun to energize them and nourish their bodies with a blast of mood-boosting Vitamin D.…
Have you ever noticed how amazing you feel after getting out into nature? Research has shown that there are healing properties not only for the body but the mind in spending time outdoors. When it comes to exercise, nothing beats a nature walk to get the heart pumping, to clear the mind, and appreciate the…
Millions of people around the world suffer from an anxiety disorder. For many, it prevents them from living life to the fullest, and recovery may seem impossible. It is very common for sufferers in their desperation to overcome their symptoms through self-medicating with drugs or alcohol, or both. This behavior can quickly lead to addiction…
Life has a way of throwing the unexpected at every turn. It is expected that more than three-quarters of the population will suffer a traumatic event in their lifetime. For many, trauma is the catalyst for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). A serious mental condition, PTSD manifests as severe anxiety and nightmares. If left untreated without…
As the long, dreary days of winter roll along, it is common for people’s moods and mental health to be as bleak as the weather. With fewer daylight hours and less exposure to sunlight, many people slip unknowingly into depression. While taking care of your mind, body, and soul is important year-round, show yourself some…
Maintaining mental health is key to overall health, well-being, and enjoying life. Unfortunately, one in five people in the United States struggles with mental health issues, and even fewer seek treatment at a residential mental health treatment center. You may be thinking, “mental health is so important, why don’t more people seek treatment?” The answer…