BlogDespite its prevalence, self-injury remains a deeply stigmatized and often misunderstood behavior. By bringing attention to this issue, SIAD aims to foster compassion, provide education, and encourage those struggling to seek support. Continue reading “Self-Injury Awareness Day: Shedding Light on a Silent Struggle”
For many, it’s a time to set goals, tackle new challenges, and embark on self-improvement journeys. But for others, the start of a new year can bring overwhelming anxiety. The pressure to achieve lofty resolutions, financial stress after the holiday season, or even the emotional weight of reflecting on the past year can create a perfect storm of stress.
If the New Year has you feeling more anxious than excited, you’re not alone. Here’s why this time of year can be so stressful and how you can effectively manage your anxiety to start the year on a calmer, healthier note.
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The pressure to create memorable experiences, balance financial obligations, and manage a packed schedule can leave individuals feeling overwhelmed. Understanding how holiday stress contributes to anxiety and adopting effective coping strategies can help bring peace and balance to this busy time of year.
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While it’s normal to experience occasional mood shifts, for some individuals, these feelings persist and intensify during specific times of the year, often coinciding with fall and winter. This phenomenon is known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a type of depression that follows a seasonal pattern.
Continue reading “Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): What It Is and How It Affects Us”
Antidepressants are a commonly prescribed treatment for conditions like depression, anxiety, and other mental health disorders. For millions of people, these medications provide relief from symptoms that can be debilitating. While antidepressants can be incredibly effective, they also come with a range of potential side effects. It’s important to understand these side effects, as they vary between individuals and different types of antidepressants.
This guide breaks down the most common side effects of antidepressants, why they happen, and what you can do if you’re experiencing them.
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It’s hard to believe that more than two decades have passed since the events of September 11, 2001. For many of us, the memories of that day are still vivid: the planes hitting the Twin Towers, the collapse of the buildings, the clouds of dust and debris that engulfed lower Manhattan, and the profound loss of nearly 3,000 lives. But beyond the immediate horror and shock of that day, there’s an enduring psychological impact that continues to affect thousands of people. PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) is one of the most significant and long-lasting consequences of 9/11.
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Suicide remains one of the most stigmatized issues in society, with survivors often facing complex emotional, legal, and social challenges. However, a less discussed aspect of this tragic experience is the rights of survivors—those who have either survived their own suicide attempt or who are grieving the loss of a loved one to suicide. Suicide survivor rights encompass legal protections, access to mental health resources, and social support systems that help these individuals heal and navigate life after such a traumatic event.
In this blog, we will explore suicide survivor rights from multiple angles: the rights of those who survive suicide attempts, the rights of the family and friends left behind, and the societal obligations to create environments conducive to mental health support and suicide prevention.
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Back-to-school season can be a financially stressful time for parents. As the summer winds down, the pressure to buy school supplies, new clothes, technology, and pay for extracurricular activities often weighs heavily on families. For many, the back-to-school costs can strain already tight budgets, leading to feelings of anxiety, guilt, and overwhelm.
The financial pressures of this time of year can take a significant mental toll on parents, exacerbating stress levels and affecting overall well-being. In this blog, we’ll explore the impact of back-to-school financial worries on parents’ mental health and offer practical strategies for managing these challenges in a healthy, balanced way.
We know what’s good for us—eating healthy, exercising regularly, getting enough sleep, managing stress—but sometimes, despite our best intentions, we struggle to follow through. Understanding why people sometimes don’t do things that are good for them requires delving into the intricate interplay of psychological, social, and environmental factors that shape our actions. So, let’s explore some of the common reasons why people fall short of doing what’s best for their well-being.
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Instead, the arrival of summer can bring about a complex array of emotions, including feelings of sadness, loneliness, and discontent. In this blog post, we’ll explore the phenomenon of “summertime sadness,” delve into its potential causes, and offer strategies for navigating these emotions with compassion and self-care.
Contrary to popular belief, summertime sadness is not just a whimsical phrase—it’s a real and valid experience for many people. While the exact causes of summertime sadness can vary from person to person, several factors may contribute to these feelings:
Continue reading “Embracing Summertime Sadness: Navigating the Emotional Complexities of the Season”
