In a 2024 narrative review published in the Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care, researchers noted that instability, anxiety, stress reactions, and psychological trauma are often seen in individuals, as well as communities, following a natural disaster. In an…
Have you ever gotten a new job, a new car, or even a new relationship that you really wanted, only to find that your initial glee over that new exciting thing in your life quickly fades before it’s on to…
For some people, psychotherapy on its own may not be enough to treat their depression. In certain cases, some individuals may benefit from taking antidepressants as an additional method of treatment. Antidepressants alter the chemistry of the brain as they…
Although anyone of any age can experience depression, BrainsWay reports that, on average, major depressive disorder sets in between the ages of 35 and 40. Yet research shows rates of depression appear to be increasing amongst alternate age groups, reports…
When it comes to mental health, social media, particularly TikTok, is the epitome of a double-edged sword. As the Surgeon General’s Advisory on youth mental health points out, social media can play a major role in letting people struggling with…
Your mental health plays a role in your overall well being and can drastically impact your ability to function effectively from day to day. In fact, when your mood isn’t right, it can throw off the tone and feel of…
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline was recently launched to serve as the go-to number for those struggling with mental health crises (via NPR). 988, the new number for what was previously known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline was…
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that energy drinks are a type of beverage that contain additives like sugar, caffeine, and stimulants like guarana, L-carnitine, and taurine. Most energy drinks contain a substantial amount of these ingredients. Energy…
Anxiety is a normal response to stressful and dangerous situations, according to Everyday Health. Humans are wired to experience anxiety to keep themselves out of harm’s way. However, anxiety can also become chronic and dysfunctional, leading to the development of anxiety…
Jacob Sartorius is one of those people who excels at creating connection. His incredible charisma was apparent from the moment he started posting videos on Vine and then Music.ly, and he built a massive following on both apps before they…
