Leaving an Abusive Relationship: Steps for Safety
Figuring out how to leave an abusive relationship isn’t as simple as just packing up and walking out the door. Even just recognizing that you are in an abusive situation can be a difficult step. What’s obvious to other people may not be clear to you. It’s not easy to end a relationship in general. […]
How Does Social Media Affect Your Mental Health?
For the past decade, social media has become more and more pervasive. Nearly all of us likely use it somehow, whether Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, or any of the other platforms. Whether you’re a gen X, a millennial, or gen Z, you probably use it in some form. So how does social media affect your […]
Mental Health in Sports: Simone Biles’ Withdrawal Explained
Simone Biles sent shockwaves across the world this week. She announced that she was dropping out of the 2021 Tokyo Olympics to prioritize her mental well-being. Her decision was met with a myriad of criticism and judgment. Biles is widely renowned for being one of the world’s greatest gymnastic athletes of all time. All of […]
Suicide Hotline: Help For When You’re in Crisis
Suicide is the second-leading cause of death in the United States for adults. It’s the third leading cause for teenagers; around 20% of teens experience a severe mental health crisis at some point. According to the Mental Health Services Administration, there is one death by suicide every 11 minutes. The utilization of a suicide […]
Smoking’s Impact on Mental Health – Hidden Risks Revealed
Most people are aware of the negative effects that smoking has on physical health. It is associated with an increased risk for cancer, heart disease, emphysema, and other serious health conditions. However, chemicals such as nicotine and other tobacco products, can also impact a person’s mood and mental health. While smoking rates have declined, they […]
10 Brain Exercises to Improve Mental Fitness
In our daily routines, we often find ourselves focused on when we can fit in a workout. We strive to work our arms, legs, abs, and every other part of our bodies. That way, they grow strong and fit and stay healthy, right? But, what about a mental workout? With all of that focus on […]
Mental Health in the Workplace: What to Know
Struggling with mental health in the workplace is common, as it can often come with feelings of anxiety, stress, and feeling overwhelmed. Treating mental health is just important as treating physical health, and it should be prioritized in the workplace for the overall well-being of employees. If you are an employee or employer looking for […]
Teens and COVID: How to Help Them Bounce Back
Depression and anxiety are two of the most commonly diagnosed mental disorders in teens. In fact, 4.4 million teens aged 17 and under have anxiety while 1.9 million have been diagnosed with depression. Because of COVID-19, parents are seeing a heightened risk for mental disorders in their teen children. What can parents do to help […]
When You Should Visit A Mental Health Doctor?
A good starting point in getting depression treatment is to visit a mental health doctor. Your doctor will recommend a program to treat your specific condition. In many cases, you may have already been seeing a therapist for regular therapy sessions. This is an example of outpatient therapy. Treatment resistant depression is a symptom that […]
How to Choose a Therapist in San Diego
Life can put you through extraordinarily tough times, and sometimes it might feel like nothing in your life is going your way. That’s why it’s important to have someone to talk to who understands your situation and cares about your mental health. Friends, family, and pets can be great therapy, but sometimes the best option […]
