You’re probably already aware of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), but have you also heard about the similar condition, C-PTSD? Complex post-traumatic stress disorder is very similar to regular PTSD, but it stems from different kinds of trauma, like living in … Read More
How do you get ready for bed at night? Most of us don’t have any consistent bedtime routine, or we’ve fallen into the habit of doing some really awful things for our sleep quality, like staring at screens late into … Read More
Overview If you’re interested in learning about Codependency, this article will cover: The definition of Codependency The negative Symptoms and Results of Codependency The different Styles of codependent relationships Part 1: Intro The origins of the term Codependency can be … Read More
Obsessive Compulsive disorder, more commonly known as OCD, is a unique category of anxiety-related mental illnesses. The conditions that fall under the OCD umbrella all lead to obsessive and compulsive behaviors which take over our lives. Furthermore, OCD is a … Read More
Depression affects more than just the individual who has it; it affects the whole family as well. If you think someone in your family is depressed, you shouldn’t ignore that hunch. Because the sooner your loved one gets treated, the … Read More
Eating is a complicated part of life. It’s affected by all sorts of things like our genes, the way we were raised, our mental health, imagery in the media, biological changes, and injuries even. This is why we see so … Read More
Anger can lead to some pretty embarrassing situations and get us into trouble at work and home. Chances are, if you’re seeking anger management strategies, something’s happened recently due to problematic anger. It might feel alienating, embarrassing, and confusing to … Read More
Trichotillomania, sometimes called “trich” for short, is the hair-pulling disorder. It’s a little known mental health disorder, although it can take a very serious toll on someone’s life. Trichotillomania treatment programs are even lesser known, even though they can be … Read More
You may have already heard a bit about PTSD on the news. Lately, we’ve been hearing more and more about it in the media because it’s affecting war veterans at alarming rates. However, PTSD is not exactly a “new” disease. … Read More
Feeling anxious or worried is bound to happen to all of us at sometime or another. Experiences with anxiety are a normal part of life. However, anxiety symptoms can develop into a mental illness for some individuals. When this happens, … Read More