Substance abuse and depression are often co-occurring disorders. Can substance abuse cause depression? Many people assume that it is always depression that leads to self-medication and, eventually,...
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a highly misunderstood mental disorder. The media has made it seem silly with television shows and skits, but it is a serious disorder that impacts its...
Codependency is a prevalent issue in romantic and familial relationships. People often don't recognize it within themselves when they are codependent, yet it can cause many mental health problems....
Sleep & mental health are deeply intertwined, with each one directly impacting the other in a powerful cycle. It’s no surprise that the quality and consistency of your sleep can greatly...
Depression and anxiety, although they seem like opposites at first glance, are not mutually exclusive. You can experience both, even at once. Of course, this sounds overwhelming, and it can be, but...
Originating in ancient India as both a physical and spiritual practice, yoga has journeyed across the globe to become a cornerstone of wellness in Western cultures. Its growth has been explosive,...
Students are facing mental health issues at alarming rates. Even before the COVID pandemic, these rates were increasing, however, since 2019 they've become a major cause for concern. Parents,...
What is mental health? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel,...
Many people don’t receive the treatment they need in addiction recovery because they are in denial. Denial is what prevents change. No matter how your addiction has influenced your life, denial...
Therapy has helped so many people, yet it is still something many people don't quite understand. In 2019, 19.2% of adults received mental health treatment. Not understanding what happens in therapy...