We tend to hear about the struggles of motherhood, like postpartum depression, but we rarely hear about the difficulties that fathers go through. Although culturally, fathers tend to be seen as the ‘working’ parent, it turns out that they can actually benefit from increased participation in caring for their kids. In fact, a new study […]
Category Archives: Mental Health
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Kids tend to think that their parents expect perfection. Telling their parents about their mental illness symptoms would mean exposing their faults. Consequently, many kids suffer in silence to avoid ‘disappointing’ their parents. This is unfortunate, as no one should have to navigate mental health issues alone. There is no shame in struggling with mental […]
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The Anxiety and Depression Association of America says that 40 million Americans deal with anxiety disorders. Many adults contemplate whether or not to be a parent based on their mental illness diagnosis. By speaking to a therapist about the concerns you have around being a parent, you will see that having a mental illness should […]
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The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a lot of people having to take their work online. A recent survey by Mental Health America says that 42% of those employed say their current stress levels are either high or very high. When managers ask their employees questions about their mental health aside from “How are you […]
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Abusing drugs like cocaine can ruin neural pathways in the brain, resulting in cravings, or the desire to repeatedly use the drug. Even though neural pathways are always reshaping themselves, a new study has shown that there is a specific mechanism that leads to cravings for cocaine. Going into treatment for cocaine use can teach […]
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Patients may be afraid to tell their doctors that they used marijuana the night before their surgeries, for fear of being judged. However, it’s important to let your doctor know about your marijuana use, as it affects the use of anesthesia and how you recover. By seeking treatment for chronic marijuana use, you will not […]
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An infant may not know how to walk or talk yet, but that does not mean that their mental health is spared. The interactions that parents have with their children can affect their emotional stability as they grow up. Parents must create a stable environment and watch out for signs of mental health issues in […]
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The COVID-19 pandemic has been very taxing on people’s mental health. Many have been feeling more stressed and more anxious than usual as the result of living in isolation and wondering what the future will hold. Amidst the economic crisis and shutdowns, EcoWatch has found that people are finding surprising ways to care for their […]
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With COVID-19, there have been changes among those who had pre-existing anxiety. While some people’s anxiety has worsened in 2020 as a result of the pandemic, others have reported a measured improvement. When asked by the Huffington Post, people with anxiety explained that the pandemic has allowed them to slow down and focus more on […]
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Everyone has had bad days in their recovery where they feel down, hopeless, and like they can’t continue. These days can feel debilitating and as though life is out to get you. However, while bad days are unpleasant, they are crucial to your recovery because they build your strength. The good days will motivate you […]
