Mental health & psychology are keys to happiness. These mental health archives feature anxiety, stress, loneliness and more.
Have you ever had a fear of being forgotten and would like help to understand this problem better? Or maybe you fear you’ll forget something, or even someone. Whether you’d like to educate yourself to help a loved one, or need the knowledge for yourself, you can gain clarity on the matter by committing to … Read more
How do you look when you’re mad? And can your friends, family, and acquaintances handle you when you are angry? Anger is a healthy emotion. It is a means for us to release pent up emotions. However, it is often unsightly, especially when it is unexpected and uncontrolled. Of course, there’s another way to let … Read more
Relationships are a normal part of life. It can feel good to have someone to rely on and share your life with. But sometimes, being in a relationship can make you feel like you need to beg for attention. On my end, I remember having to be the one to reach out to hold hands. … Read more
Anxiety can impact every aspect of your life. For many people, it can even make it hard to fall asleep at night. Research shows that many people with anxiety also have sleep problems. And unfortunately, it can be even harder to take care of your mental health with the added layer of poor sleep. If you … Read more
Depression is something that impacts people of all ages and backgrounds. In order to address depression, we need to take a well-rounded approach. This may include meeting with a mental health professional, considering medication and increasing human contact with the people who bring us joy and happiness. That is where hugs can be helpful. How … Read more
Have you ever asked somebody what they are afraid of and their answer was, “nothing”? That’s doubtful. In fact, I’d wager to say every single person on the planet fears something… and these fears may change as life does. For instance, I used to be afraid of clowns. Now that I’m a mom of young … Read more
If you’re dealing with thinning hair alongside depression, you may be wondering: can depression cause hair loss? Understandably, you may worry about whether the two are connected. No one wants their hair to thin out, and if it’s happening to you, you want to know why. When it comes to depression and hair loss, there’s … Read more
Can depression make you sick? Unfortunately, the short answer is yes. Besides taking a toll on your mind, there is strong evidence that depression negatively impacts your body. Depression is linked to health problems in nearly every bodily system. As a result, some experts believe that the first symptoms many people with depression see the … Read more
If you constantly dwell on past mistakes, second-guess every choice, and can’t stop picturing disastrous outcomes, you’re probably an overthinker. Overthinking can be debilitating because our mind plays terrible tricks on us. Luckily, you can also learn to trick your brain into reframing these destructive thoughts. For example, reciting positive affirmations can help you overcome … Read more
Raise your hand if you feel like you are living your life on autopilot. If you feel caught up in the past or future plans? If you react to present challenges in your life with judgment? I can raise my hand too. But I recently started practicing mindfulness, and I try to live more mindfully … Read more