Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is a set of symptoms that affect focus, executive function and other cognitive abilities.
Receiving a mental health diagnosis as an adult can bring up many emotions, all of which are valid and normal.
A disorienting, yet very common, experiences is feeling upset, anxious, or sad when “nothing is wrong.” Why is this and what can you do?
The pursuit of happiness, or even contentment, is a common goal amongst humans. Naturally, people tend to want to lead the best life they can
Those struggling with mental health are often told they “just need to go outside more” or should “get some sun.” While it’s invalidating to assume that sunlight will magically resolve mental health issues, is there any merit to these claims?
Understanding the Unseen Wounds: Exploring the Mental Health Impacts of Natural Disasters
Introduction
In recent years, the world has witnessed an alarming increase in the frequency and intensity of natural disasters. From hurricanes and earthquakes to wildfires and floods, these catastrophic events have not only caused physical destruction but have also left deep emotional scars…
Traditional models of attachment theory demonstrate a study that was done in 1978 by Mary Ainsworth called the “Strange Situation”. In this experiment, a mother and child were put into a room where another person was present, referred to as the “stranger” and the mother was asked to then leave the room and leave their…
Often during years of early development we are subjected to stress beyond our control. Sometimes it is being teased by peers, other times being that we are forced to listen to our parents fight. Being subjected to these highs and lows on a frequent basis while growing up may cause a negative effect…
We are taught to ignore our internal guidance system and rely on our mental capacity to make decisions. This is ignoring our ‘intuition’ or ‘gut instinct’ or ‘subconscious’. Everyone has an internal guidance system which connects us to a higher awareness. Some people refer to this as our connection to spirit guides, source power, God,…
Depression, anxiety and self doubt are three of the most common struggles an individual may face. Often various forms of therapies and medication have been tested, to no avail. A book by Dr. David Burns called “Feeling Good,” is highly regarded by mental health professionals when it comes to managing depression and anxiety. He speaks…
Feeling a lack of energy during the months of January and February is very common for many people. It is a time where Christmas has come and gone and our family and friends resume their regular work or school schedule. During these months it is common that we try to implement our New Year’s resolutions,…
I am unsure of where to turn for help lately. My husband Gerry (name has been changed), comes home from work everyday and lays on the couch. If I have prepared a meal for him to eat he will get up and walk to the dinner table, eat something in silence and then go lay…