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Do You Hate Eating Out and Seeing Misbehaved Kids?
Do You Hate Eating Out and Seeing Misbehaved Kids? Here is what we can all learn together. This past summer, my husband and I were in Europe and made reservations for dinner at a fancy restaurant with excellent reviews. To our surprise, and initially horror, there...
High-Functioning Depression Treatment
In a recent blog, we discussed the reality of high-functioning depression. While not an official mental health condition, high-functioning depression can be associated with various depressive disorders. No matter what kind of depression an individual is diagnosed...
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in Adults
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can significantly impact one’s ability to navigate career and family relationships.
What is High-Functioning Depression?
Those with ‘high-functioning’ depression can be experiencing serious symptoms while hiding any issues from their friends and family.
Meditation to Reduce Stress
You can't see stress, but your body and mind know when it is present. Stress increases your heart rate, breathing, and blood pressure. Chronic stress can also cause the adrenal glands to overproduce cortisol, which may impair brain function and compromise the immune...
The Connection between Anxiety + Depression
Before we discuss the implications of anxiety and depression, we should establish the connections between the two conditions.
Music Improves Mental Health
Listening to music is one of our favorite pastimes, but its benefits go far beyond entertainment. The idea that songs can impact our emotions and behaviors is not surprising to anyone who loves music, and the psychological influences of music can be pervasive and...
Personality and Bipolar Disorders
Research shows that eight personality traits are prevalent in those with bipolar disorder – with both positive and negative connotations.
Emotional Support Animals for Mental Health
According to the ADA, emotional support animals provide companionship and can help their owner cope with loneliness, depression and anxiety.