Alarming headlines of global unrest, heart-wrenching mass shootings, divisive political rhetoric, and crippling climate change fill our media feeds every morning. When watching traumatic events unfold, feelings of anxiety, anger,
Do you have a friend or loved one with anxiety, depression, or another mental health condition? When they open up to you, do you know how to respond? If you
Trauma recovery may feel hopeless but trust us: you can experience relief. Trauma is an emotional response to a distressing event. It might be either a one-time event—such as a
What does it mean when therapists say “recovery is a journey”? The answer is much deeper than it’s about the journey, not the destination. From ancient Norse myths to today’s
Memories of traumatic events can live in your mind like an undesirable roommate: disturbing your sleep, putting you on guard, startling you, and interrupting concentration. You may wish a disturbing
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What is mindfulness? Anxious minds often wander to worry about the past or anxiously plan for the future. But mindful practices ground us in our state in the present. Confronting
If depressive symptoms seem to intensify around the same time each year, you may have Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). SAD is a type of depression that typically lasts about 4-5
Overstimulation and Sensory Overload When your brain is overwhelmed by taking in more sensory input than it can process— sights, sounds, smells, tactile feelings, or tastes— a stress response is
What is a social support system? Also referred to as a support network, this system is made up of individuals in your life who boost your mood, bring balance to
