If the mere mention or thought of having a blood test makes you feel queasy, you’re not alone. The fear of needles is surprisingly common and estimated to affect between 3.5% and 10% of the general population (via SAGE Open…
It’s a sad truth: The things we don’t understand we tend to judge most harshly. A look at human history will undoubtedly show you just how dangerous this tendency can be. And yet, “otherness” continues to be shrouded in mystery…
You might have heard about the rush of endorphins that flood through your system after a long run or a nice sweaty gym session. Your brain floods your body with endorphins when you engage in certain activities that are associated…
When you are young, there’s a sense of embarrassment that arises when you can’t grow a beard. This becomes more pronounced, naturally, when everyone around you manages to sport some decent stubble while you’re left looking clean-shaven. As you grow…
Affecting an estimated 280 million people around the globe, depression is an incredibly common condition that can range from mild to severe (via World Health Organization). According to Healthline, symptoms of depression vary from person to person and may include…
Everyone gets into a moderately bad mood once in a while that lasts a short time, but if you’re finding you have rapid mood swings consistently, there may be an underlying cause you need to address. Mood swings are sudden…
The thought of anxiety might make you think of panic attacks or someone who’s afraid of leaving the house. We often associate anxiety with crushing worry and fear, but sometimes, it’s not so obvious. If you get anxious but are still able…
Musician, filmmaker, and social media phenom Jacob Sartorius knows all too well what it’s like to struggle with mental health issues. He’s been dealing with anxiety and depression since he was a tween, and it only got worse when he…
Let’s face it — therapy is expensive. Trying to find a good therapist that takes your insurance and is accepting new clients feels daunting, if not downright impossible. With the staggering amount of stressful and sad stories in the news,…
Anxiety doesn’t discriminate, and nearly one in five American adults each year are affected by anxiety-related disorders (via the National Institutes of Health). Occasional anxiety is a normal part of everyday life, with situations like job interviews, big presentations, or…
