Mental Health Topics

ADHD Awareness Month serves as a powerful catalyst for positive change. In a world where misconceptions and biases often overshadow the experiences of individuals with ADHD, this dedicated month takes on the crucial task of reshaping attitudes and promoting understanding. It’s a time to combat the myths that have persisted…

In the pursuit of a fulfilling and meaningful life, embarking on a journey of self-improvement is a testament to the innate human desire for progress and enhancement. Whether you’re seeking to bolster your self-confidence, cultivate new skills, or overcome life’s obstacles, self-improvement can serve as a compass guiding you toward…

Mental health is an important part of one’s well-being. However, talking about or taking care of one’s mental health isn’t always easy. Due to stigma and misconceptions surrounding therapy, much of the population has trouble admitting they need any help or support, causing their mental health to suffer further as…

The LGBTQIA+ community is full of diverse and remarkable individuals, each with their own story to tell. Throughout history, people in this community have faced immense hardship and discrimination. However, each of these individual groups has faced their own unique struggles as well.  For many years, bisexual people have struggled…

Just as physical health is supported by proper diet, exercise, and rest, our mental health is just as multi-faceted. Mental health consists of our emotional, psychological, and social well-being.  In recognition of the importance of mental health awareness and treatment, World Mental Health Day is celebrated annually on October 10th….

The experience of being pregnant can be transformative for your body, mind, and spirit. Your relationship with your partner might change in anticipation of bringing new life into the world. Your identity may begin to shift as you feel the great responsibility of being a parent. But then, the worst…

Divorcing a narcissist is a formidable challenge, marked by complexities and unique hurdles. Individuals with narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) or narcissistic personality traits often exhibit a distinct lack of empathy, and false beliefs in their grandiosity that can complicate the divorce process. This can add an intensity or venom to…

Navigating commitment issues in a relationship can be challenging, and recognizing the signs is the first step toward resolving them. Common signs of commitment issues include avoiding discussions about the future, self-sabotaging behaviors, fear of emotional intimacy, constant criticism of your partner over trivial matters, serial dating without progressing, and…

Trauma and PTSD are often intertwined yet distinct experiences. Trauma encapsulates a range of distressing events, from accidents to emotional harm, while PTSD represents a specific set of symptoms and a clinical diagnosis resulting from exposure to trauma.  This article delves into the differentiation between the two, shedding light on…

Marriage is difficult—sometimes, couples and individuals change, morphing into people who no longer fit together. However, divorce can be a grueling process without the right emotional support. That’s why divorce counseling is an excellent resource for couples and families going through a divorce. Divorce counseling focuses on supporting clients throughout…

Most people these days have heard of bipolar disorder in some form or another. However, there has been much misrepresentation of bipolar disorder in the media, causing the disorder and its symptoms to be misunderstood by many.  Though bipolar disorder does cause intense mood swings and emotional dysregulation, these symptoms…

Breast cancer is well-known and widespread. It’s estimated that close to 300,000 women are diagnosed with breast cancer each year, making it one of the leading cancers in women. That said, a breast cancer diagnosis is by no means easy to accept or deal with.  Battling breast cancer comes with…