Mental Health Topics

Lexapro (escitalopram) is an antidepressant, or more specifically a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat depression and anxiety. This works by restoring serotonin balances in the brain. Furthermore, this medication may improve your energy level and feelings of well-being, as well as decrease nervousness. Use and Dosage You…

So many of us wake up to the sound of our alarm and groan at the thought of starting the day. Now, why is that? Sure, it’s due in part to our longing for more sleep or desire to lay in bed all day. But another big factor is our…

I think we can all agree that dreams are pretty cool. They give us the power to fly and the ability to talk to animals—they’re a way of experiencing our deepest desires. And we’re often pretty bummed when we wake up from them. Nightmares, on the other hand, are hated…

Alcoholics and drug addicts are stigmatized and negatively portrayed by the media all the time. Common stereotypes of addicts include being poor or low-income, coming from a broken family, or having suffered a major tragedy. However, addiction does not discriminate. It affects Hollywood stars, Wall Street bankers, parents, and even…

Every parent has their take on the joy of parenthood. Most parents will tell you that while it’s one of the hardest jobs you’ll ever have in life, it’s also easily the most rewarding. Whether you’re a new parent or a seasoned veteran, you’re going to love this amazing comedian…

Life’s hard—that is a fact. We all struggle from time to time, whether it be at work, in our relationships, or in our own compact minds. We get off course, can’t figure out which way’s up, and scramble for something to keep us afloat. Sometimes, however, all we really need…

The second season of Stranger Things debuted last weekend, and once again, Netflix subscribers all over the world had another season and reason to “get their binge on.” Netflix was the first streaming platform to introduce this epic television watching experience, and to say it’s been met with positive feedback…

Cymbalta (or duloxetine) is a serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI), which fixes imbalances of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain. It is primarily used to treat depression and anxiety, but may also successfully relieve nerve pain in those with diabetes or ongoing pain due to conditions like arthritis, chronic back pain,…

A couple years ago, my little brother called me into his room and begged me to try on his new video game headset. This wasn’t any old gamer headset—it was virtually a portal to another world. I’m a baby so, of course, I denied his request at first. But then…

When I got into my dream school, I was over the moon. It was the perfect campus, the perfect community, even the perfect distance away from home. But my dad had one concern: the drive. The bulk of it was spent on a highway infamous for tractor trailer congestion, which…

The Houston Astros are officially 2017 World Series champions after winning game seven in Los Angeles. It was probably one of the greatest World Series ever played and it had so many amazing and inspiring comebacks, which is why we were compelled to make this photo gallery. Congratulations to the…

Xanax (alprazolam) is a benzodiazepine typically used to treat anxiety and panic disorders, which works by enhancing the effects of a natural chemical in our bodies called GABA and, in turn, producing a calming effect. This medication has anxiolytic, sedative, hypnotic, skeletal muscle relaxant, anticonvulsant, amnestic, and antidepressant properties, and…