Most people are fully aware of how important it is to take care of their physical health. However, mental health is just as important, and thankfully more people are starting to realize that. Nevertheless, there are still some stigmas surrounding mental health, leaving many to go without the care they…
While it is natural to feel down or anxious from time to time, if you feel irritated or dejected on a daily basis, you are constantly having trouble sleeping, or you have an unrealistically low self-image and you can’t seem to kick the negative feelings, then you could be dealing…
Chronic stress and anxiety can be completely debilitating. If you’ve lived with a generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) for any amount of time, then you’ll know how day-to-day worries can quickly spiral out of control and leave you feeling panicked and in need of help. If you do suffer from GAD,…
How we look or think we look can play a significant role in our mood and mental well-being. Unfortunately, our society has created false ideas of what bodies should look like, which has led to a massive epidemic of individuals with poor body image. From social media and movies to…
The Importance of Mental Health for College Students Going to college is often presented as being an important and positive life milestone. It can certainly be personally, professionally, and socially enriching. However, there isn’t enough acknowledgment of the fact that, for many students, navigating this time is psychologically and emotionally…
Creating a Safe Space for Yourself Your mental wellness is a valuable attribute. One approach to maintaining psychological and emotional health is by creating a safe space for yourself. However, as with so many mental health-related concepts, there is a certain amount of uncertainty and stigma surrounding this practice. Rest…