As the seasons change, we appreciate the beauty of falling leaves and the crisp air of the changing seasons. The shorter days may mean that some of us will have to deal with the challenging condition of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Symptoms of SAD may present themselves as mood swings and low energy and typically …
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Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. However, the path to an ADHD diagnosis can be a long and winding one, often marked by confusion, frustration, and self-doubt. Before an ADHD diagnosis, individuals may experience their lives as being in a persistent sense of chaos. They may struggle to …
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In today’s diverse world, it’s essential to recognize and support individuals with different abilities and challenges. Therapists who work closely with individuals facing disabilities understand the importance of fostering an inclusive and empathetic environment. Among the disabilities that require special attention are Autism, ADHD, and mental health diagnoses such as depression and anxiety. Autism is …
Postpartum Depression (PPD), also referred to as perinatal depression, is a prevalent type of depression that develops after giving birth to a baby. Depression can lead to a range of negative emotions such as emptiness, lack of emotions, and sadness. It can also result in fluctuations in mood and energy levels, ultimately leading to an …
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Psychiatry is a branch of the medical field that specializes in the treatment of mental health. Psychiatrists are qualified to assess both the mental and physical aspects of psychological challenges. Psychiatry might benefit you for many reasons and for many symptoms, including panic attacks, hallucinations, suicidal ideations, and depressive disorders. As physicians, psychiatrists can request …
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Understanding the diagnostic standards and the symptoms that sufferers encounter can assist in distinguishing between the two illnesses. For a diagnosis of major depressive disorder, the DSM-5 outlines the following criteria. The individual must be experiencing five or more symptoms during the same 2-week period, and at least one of the symptoms should be either (1) …
Sleep is critical to your health and well-being, it should not be considered a luxury. With all the research and study of the brain these days, there are many studies that link sleep to physical and mental well-being. As we focus on national sleep awareness week, we also highlight why sleep is integral to your …
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There’s a fine line between stress and anxiety. Both are emotional responses, but stress is typically caused by external triggers like work deadlines, discrimination, chronic illness, or relationship issues. People under stress experience mental and physical symptoms, such as irritability, anger, fatigue, muscle pain, digestive troubles, and difficulty sleeping. Anxiety, on the other hand, is …
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that’s related to changes in seasons — SAD begins and ends at about the same times every year. If you’re like most people with SAD, your symptoms start in the fall and continue into the winter months, sapping your energy and making you feel moody. These symptoms often resolve …
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How this might negatively impact our collective mental health. Do you feel a little less than merry during the holidays? If you do, you’re not alone and your feelings are valid and normal. There are many reasons that the holidays increase anxiety, disappointment, and depression, some of which might include feeling overextended with a busy …
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