How Does Chronic Pain Influence Mental Health?
Chronic pain is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It is defined as pain that persists for more than three months despite treatment. Chronic pain can occur for various reasons, such as injury, nerve damage, or a chronic health condition. It can impact a person’s daily life, limiting their mobility and causing […]
Attachment Styles & How They Affect Relationships
Most are familiar with the concept of attachments; we form strong bonds with our loved ones, family, friends, and even animals. But did you know that these attachments can be classified into distinct types? These “attachment styles” help to explain why some relationships are more successful than others. By understanding the different attachment types and […]
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) in the Summer
While the cold seasons are commonly familiarized with the winter blues, summer times are considered the season of relaxation and happiness. However, for many, anxiety and depression can be associated with the warm months, a condition known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). SAD is a form of depressive condition that comes and goes with seasonal […]
What is Cave Syndrome?
The COVID-19 pandemic gave everyone a new reality. People had to adjust to working from home and avoiding large groups of people. Social functions were canceled, and masking became a reality for everyone. While most people welcomed a return to pre-pandemic normalcy, many have had trouble adjusting. They may even continue to avoid a return […]
4 Ways To Overcome Emotional Numbness
There are a number of reasons that a person might shut their emotions down. Either consciously or unconsciously, people have a tendency to wrap up and turn off their emotions. Some people do it in response to trauma, while others may wear themselves down through fear, stress, or responsibilities. It’s a complicated thing, but we […]
Signs of High Functioning Autism in Adults
Estimates show that at least 5 million adults in the United States live with an autism spectrum disorder. This developmental condition can affect a whole range of social skills. However, not everyone living with autism receives a diagnosis. This can have a serious impact on your quality of life and mental health. Recognizing the signs […]
Choosing the Best Mental Health Facilities In California
Did you know that over 50 million Americans live with a mental illness? Whether it’s depression, schizophrenia, or PTSD, living with a mental illness is tough. But, it doesn’t mean that your life is over – far from it! With great support, the right treatment, and a little bit of expert knowledge, you can reclaim […]
Labile Mood: What Is Emotional Lability?
There is no problem with expressing yourself. But expressing yourself during inappropriate times is a problem. Two million Americans live with emotional lability. That’s two times the number of Americans who live with Parkinson’s disease. Yet very few people know what emotional lability is. When they have heard of it, they think that it is […]
What Is Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD)?
When we are infants and young children, we form attachments with our parents and caregivers. The type of attachment that we form when we are little can often inform the type of bonds we will have with other people later in life. If a child is in an environment that causes them to have negative […]
Signs of Mental and Emotional Exhaustion
Working long hours makes you long for rest and relaxation. But just as long work physically exhausts you, it can emotionally exhaust you as well. A Gallup study of more than 7,000 workers found that one-quarter of Americans feel burned out very often. 44% more report feeling burned out sometimes. Many people know about how […]
