Sleep for Mental Health: 8 Tips to Enhance Your Sleep Hygiene
In today’s fast-paced, modern world, it’s no secret that many of us struggle to get the quality sleep we need. Sleep deprivation has become all too common, affecting our mental health in profound ways. Approximately one in three adults in the United States report getting less than the recommended seven hours of sleep per night. […]
Am I Dissociating?
When facing stressful, overwhelming situations, it is not uncommon for our minds to find ways to protect us as a defense mechanism. You may find in these moments you’re feeling detached from yourself. Some may describe this feeling as being out of touch with your body while others might describe the feeling of looking at […]
Understanding Neurodivergence: Embrace Differences
In recent years, the term “neurodivergent” has gained traction online as an empowering concept that celebrates the variations in human cognition. It represents a shift towards embracing neurodiversity and recognizing the inherent value of diverse neurological experiences. Let’s define just what it means to be neurodivergent. A neurodivergent is an individual who thinks, perceives, learns, […]
5 Tips for Managing Emotional Eating and Breaking the Cycle
We all need (and deserve) a little treat every now and then. But emotional eating — also referred to as stress eating — can be a challenging habit to break. Whether you’re stressed, anxious, or just feeling bored, it can be tempting to reach for your favorite comfort food as a way to cope. While […]
ADHD and Anxiety: Why They Often Occur Together and How to Cope
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and anxiety are two mental health conditions that often coexist. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), up to 50% of individuals with ADHD experience symptoms of anxiety. For those who experience both ADHD and anxiety, it can feel like a juggling act. On one hand, ADHD […]
In-Person vs. Online Therapy: Is Virtual Counseling Effective?
The world is rapidly changing, and so is the way we approach mental health care. The COVID-19 pandemic shifted the way we approach healthcare, and mental health care is no exception. With social distancing guidelines and restrictions on in-person gatherings, mental health professionals adapted to provide online therapy as a convenient and accessible alternative to […]
The Rise of Psychedelic Therapy: How Legal Tripping Could Curb PTSD
Psychedelic therapy may sound like some hippy-dippy, kumbaya stuff straight out of the 60s. But as a growing number of clinical trials continue to emerge, researchers are finding that psychedelic substances like psilocybin, LSD, MDMA, and ketamine may be promising treatments for depression, anxiety, and PTSD. In a controlled setting with a clinician, that is. […]
Music Festivals for Neurodivergents: Avoid Overstimulation
Every spring, the city of Austin and its innovative art and music scene ramps up for SXSW, one of the biggest music festivals of the year. The festival attracted more than 205,000 music enthusiasts in 2022—41,000 of whom likely live with a mental illness. Music festivals can be a source of fun, excitement, and unforgettable […]
Harness the Power: 7 Proven Mental Health Apps
In recent years, there has been a surge of people seeking help for mental health concerns from their mobile devices. As many people struggled during the COVID-19 pandemic to cope with the 25% rise in anxiety and depression, mental health applications became a popular way to cope with symptoms while in-person support was restricted. Two […]
A Love Letter to People-Pleasers
A Love Letter to People-Pleasers You might not be sure if this is for you. Or maybe you’re very aware of it. Maybe you recognize the tell-tale signs of self-sacrifice within yourself and are tired and overwhelmed from all the effort it takes to keep the people in your life (and even strangers) happy. You’re […]
