Reducing the Risk of Major Depression When You Live Alone
Living alone can be both liberating and challenging. On one hand, you have the freedom to do what you want, when you want. On the other hand, you may feel lonely or isolated, which can increase your risk of depression. Fortunately, there are several strategies you can use to reduce your risk of depression and […]
Understanding Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills
Emotions, emotions emotions. Many people have a love-hate relationship with their emotions especially, intense emotions. Are you someone who struggles with intense emotions or feels stuck in difficult situations? Well, DBT, or dialectical behavior therapy, might just be the tool you need to help you manage those emotions and behaviors. DBT is all about taking […]
Meditation as a method for managing anxiety
Over the past few decades, meditation has become an increasingly popular tool for managing stress and anxiety. While meditation is traditionally practiced in several Eastern spiritual disciplines, it can be practiced secularly as well. There are many different ways to mediate, however, most commonly mindfulness meditation is used to cope with anxiety. In mindfulness meditation, […]
What are trauma responses?
Trauma is the lasting emotional response that often results from living through a distressing event. Experiencing a traumatic event can harm a person’s sense of safety, sense of self, and ability to regulate emotions and navigate relationships. Symptoms of trauma include trauma responses. These various trauma responses may have been learned as a means of survival […]
How to make new friends when moving to a new City
Moving can be a very exciting and challenging time especially if you are moving to a new city. One of the biggest challenges can be making new friends. It can be difficult to navigate the social scene in a new place and find people with similar interests. However, with effort and determination, it is possible […]
Supporting a Loved One with Depression
Supporting a loved who is suffering from depression can be overwhelming and intimidating especially if you do not know how to help or where to start. Depression is such a widespread mental health condition that it makes sense to take time to learn how to better navigate these situations. Here are some ways you can […]
Current Events: Are there things you can do to reduce your risk of developing dementia?
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), dementia refers to impairment of the ability to think, remember, or make decisions, in a way that interferes with daily life. While dementia does not refer to one specific disease or condition, Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, impacting approximately 6 million […]
<strong>What to know about the challenges of healing PTSD and Trauma</strong>
Congrats! You have been doing reading, thoughtful reflection, and seeking out therapeutic support for dealing with your trauma symptoms. The road has been hard so far and taking that first step can be stressful. It is important to remind yourself that healing is not linear and looks different for everyone, offering yourself grace is very […]
How Increasing Your Step Count Can Improve Your Mental Health
Walking is one of the most underrated forms of physical activity. It is an activity that can be done anywhere. Walking can reduce your risk for heart disease, diabetes, and strokes. But did you know that it can also improve your mental health? It has been proven that walking can reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms. […]
How to talk about disabilities from a person-centric approach
Being mindful of how you talk about disabilities is an important part of demonstrating respect for others and combating harmful stigma. Those who are not able-bodied or “neurotypical” live in a world that was not designed with their needs in mind. Unless you have a disability or are close to someone who does, you probably […]
