Signs your bipolar disorder might be getting out of control
11 Simple Ways to Fight Back Against Depression
What is Depression? Sadness, feeling down, and having a loss of interest or pleasure in daily activities are familiar feelings for all of us. But if they persist for and affect our lives substantially, the issue may be depression. Prevalence of Depression The World Health Organization estimates that more than 300 million people worldwide suffer […]
Preventing Suicide in College Students
In 2013, studies found that over 40% of college students experienced anxiety and over 35% experienced depression. A later study, conducted in 2018, found that 1 in 5 college students considered suicide as a way to escape their stressors. An estimated 1,000 students die by suicide on college campuses each year. This does not account for the students who die by […]
What Are the Signs of Early Onset Schizophrenia?
Schizophrenia most commonly presents itself in young adulthood. Men are most likely to begin exhibiting symptoms in their early 20s, while women are more likely to exhibit the first symptoms in their late 20s. Early onset schizophrenia refers to schizophrenia that presents itself earlier than normal, specifically between the ages of 13 and 18. The prevalence […]
Trauma Bonding: What Is It and Why Do We Do It?
Trauma bonding occurs when a narcissist repeats a cycle of abuse with another person which fuels a need for validation and love from the person being abused. Trauma bonding often happens in romantic relationships, however, it can also occur between colleagues, non-romantic family members, and friends.
Stressful Relationships: Signs Your Relationship Is Giving You Anxiety
Every relationship involves conflicts, resolutions, and a fair amount of struggle. However, overly-stressful relationships are not healthy relationships. There are times when stressful events can occur during a relationship, such as a loved one dying, financial problems, or the loss of a job. Just because you’re going through a stressful event during a relationship doesn’t necessarily mean […]
How to Maintain Healthy Boundaries in Your Relationships
Maintaining healthy boundaries within your relationship is no easy feat. When we’re in love with a partner, it’s natural to make them the center of our entire world. If you want to avoid codependency within your relationship, though, you’ll take care to establish proper boundaries. This is even true about other kinds of interpersonal relationships. […]
Nutrition for Recovering Addicts: 7 Benefits of Having a Good Diet
1 out of every 7 Americans will face substance abuse issues in their lives, yet only 10% will seek and receive treatment. You or a loved one may be struggling with drug abuse, but may have realized it’s an issue and is trying to turn your life around for the better. One such way to do […]
The Signs of High Functioning Depression: A Helpful Guide
Did you know that major depressive disorder is the leading cause of disability for Americans between the ages of 15 and 44? And, did you know that major depressive disorder affects 6.7 million American adults- or 16.7 percent of the population- in any given year? While these statistics may be alarming, the good news is that there […]
