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How to Stop Lying to Yourself
Lying and deception are elements of addiction that become a means of self-protection. When you’re an addict, you don’t just lie to other people, like your friends and family; you also lie to yourself. Today we’ll explore how to stop lying to yourself. Many of the lies you might tell yourself relate to the fact that […]
Benefits of Journaling for Mental Health
Maybe you’ve wanted to journal for a while now but haven’t quite gotten the push to get started, or perhaps you’ve never thought of journaling as a way to deal with a stressful event or to improve something like symptoms of depression. Regardless, the reality is that journaling for mental health is an excellent option. […]
7 Things Parents Should Know About Teen Mental Health
When you’re a parent, you may not give much thought to teen mental health conditions or mental distress. You might attribute potential red flags in behavior to typical teen growing pains. As parents, it is essential to realize that some things might be real warning signs of mental health issues in teens. By understanding more […]
Are Mental Health Problems Increasing?
Are mental health problems increasing? The answer does seem to be yes, especially among adolescents and young adults. According to a study from the American Psychological Association, rates of mood disorders and events that relate to suicide have gone up significantly in the past decade within these younger age groups. Having a mental condition does […]
Conversations on Mental Health: Tyson Fury, World Boxing Champion
“I was in a really dark place. I couldn’t get out of bed for weeks at a time.” World Boxing Heavyweight Champion Tyson Fury’s mental health journey has been challenging and isolating, but it has also made him stronger than ever before. He is the current world heavyweight champion of boxing, but this wasn’t always […]
How to Deal with Burnout in College
We all get burned out from time to time. We’re constantly coping with the stress of school or work, relationships, and the other demands we have to face in our modern lives. Now that we’re still grappling with the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, the burnout effects may be even worse. College students reported burnout […]
What Is a Savior Complex?
There are times where we might associate the term savior complex (aka christ complex or messiah complex) with something positive. For example, if you want to help other people because you’re caring and empathetic, that’s not necessarily a bad thing, right? It is important to be aware of when it can become harmful, however. Some […]
Are Team Sports Important for Children’s Mental Health?
If you’re wondering “Are team sports important for children’s mental health?” The quick answer is, generally team sports can be great for kids. At the same time, there are possible risks in sports that parents should be aware of. If your child plays a team sport, you want to ensure a good sense of balance, […]
September is Suicide Prevention Month
With September being Suicide Prevention Month, we think it’s necessary to highlight the impact of mental illness and what we can do to watch out for the people we love. Millions of people are affected by suicide each year; with mental well-being so profoundly affected by the coronavirus pandemic, National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month is […]
Counseling for Two Addicts In a Relationship
Two addicts in a relationship can be problematic and potentially a recipe for disaster while on your own recovery journey. At the same time, if you are in a relationship with another user and you both commit to recovery, you may be a support system for one another. Below, we delve more into the things […]
