The holiday season can be a time of joy, togetherness, and celebration, but for many, it’s also a time when complicated relationships come to the forefront.
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Sleep hygiene is not just about how many hours you rest; it’s also about creating an environment and routine that promotes restorative sleep.
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Anxiety interferes with daily life, relationships, and personal goals. So, what is anxiety, and where does it come from? Understanding the root of anxiety is the first step to overcoming it.
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Journaling helps to process emotions and motives. When combined with regular therapy sessions—it becomes a transformative tool that helps individuals process thoughts, recognize patterns, and strengthen the therapeutic process.
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Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is a highly effective approach to addressing trauma and other mental health challenges.
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Exercise is important for mental health. Research continues to show us that being active does wonders for your mood, stress levels, and even long-term mental well-being.
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The relationship between teens and social media has become increasingly concerning. Platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat are powerful sources of anxiety and stress for adolescents.
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Setting goals is a crucial part of personal and professional growth. Sometimes, it’s not quite enough to simply have goals. To truly set yourself up for success, your goals need structure, which is where the system of SMART goals come in.
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Psychological testing and assessment are tools for understanding human behavior and mental health. They help mental health professionals deliver the best possible treatment.
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Creating and sticking to good habits can be challenging, but one key strategy to make it easier is to reduce friction—the small obstacles and inconveniences that prevent us from following through on our intentions.
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Whether it's completing a challenging project at work, reaching a personal milestone, or simply making it through a tough day, celebrating wins is an essential practice that fuels motivation, boosts self-esteem, and enhances overall well-being.
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Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a specialized psychotherapy approach designed to help individuals process and heal from trauma and distressing life experiences. Unlike traditional talk therapy, EMDR uses bilateral stimulation (such as side-to-side eye movements) to help the brain reprocess traumatic memories, reducing their emotional intensity.
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In a world where it feels like there aren’t enough hours in the day, many of us are cutting corners on sleep to keep up. The problem? We don’t realize just how much our mental health depends on those precious hours of shut-eye.
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, commonly known as CBT, is a powerful psychological treatment method used in treating various mental health issues. CBT offers practical tools to help you understand and manage your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
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Living with depression can make even the simplest tasks feel overwhelming, and without proper treatment, it can lead to long-term emotional and physical health issues.
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Language is a powerful tool that can shape perceptions and attitudes, particularly in the realm of mental health. Having worked in the mental health industry for over two decades, I often grapple with the term “mental illness.”
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Teens today are growing up in a digital age, where technology is woven into every aspect of their lives. While technology offers numerous benefits, it also presents significant obstacles that can hinder the development of healthy habits.
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Stress is an inevitable part of life and it becomes a problem when left unmanaged. Understanding the causes of stress, focusing on key areas for improvement, and implementing practical techniques can help adults reduce stress and improve their overall well-being.
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Social media, an integral part of modern life, offers numerous benefits, from staying connected with friends and family to accessing a wealth of information — it has also been linked to adverse mental health outcomes, including depression.
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In today's digital age, creating tech-free areas for children and families is more important than ever. These designated spaces can foster stronger family bonds, improve mental and physical health, and enhance overall well-being.
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