Dealing With Depression as a Working Professional

Dealing With Depression as a Working Professional

According to Unum’s Strong Minds at Work report, 62% of missed work days are because of mental health conditions. 55% of workers were unsure if their company had programs to help or knew they didn’t. And this survey was collected pre-COVID, when mental health problems...
What treatments help patients with anxiety?

What treatments help patients with anxiety?

What treatments help patients with anxiety? Because anxiety is a prevalent mental wellness issue and the numbers are rising, researchers are continually looking for the best treatment options. These healthcare professionals discuss the most common options and therapy...
How does your business advocate for employee mental health?

How does your business advocate for employee mental health?

How does your business advocate for employee mental health? As mental health issues like anxiety and depression are at an all-time high, employers and businesses must manage their employees’ health holistically, including their mental wellness. These business...
How did having Covid-19 impact your mental health?

How did having Covid-19 impact your mental health?

How did having Covid-19 impact your mental health? Covid-19 has reshaped our world and how we interact with each other. It has impacted many, but we often focus on the physical effects. Covid-19 has affected mental health, especially if you have been sick. These...
What is the connection between anxiety and depression?

What is the connection between anxiety and depression?

What is the connection between anxiety and depression? Depression and anxiety are two prevalent and complex mental health problems. They can present independently or be interconnected in a way that makes treatment more difficult. Understanding their link is important,...
Should you just “suck it up” when you’re depressed?

Should you just “suck it up” when you’re depressed?

Should you just “suck it up” when you’re depressed? According to Johns Hopkins, nearly 10% of adults will suffer from a depressive illness yearly. This disorder affects millions and is not something sheer willpower will get you through. See what...
The Slippery Slope of Self Medication

The Slippery Slope of Self Medication

You’ve seen movies where a character takes a shot to work up the courage to do something. You may have even done something similar. Or you have a glass of wine to get through a stressful situation, calm your nerves, or simply get through your day. Unfortunately, this...
Getting Your Depression Diagnosed and Your Life Back

Getting Your Depression Diagnosed and Your Life Back

In the past, medical and mental health professionals lumped all mood disorder diagnoses together. However, the American Psychiatric Association’s Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) now recognizes many different types of depression diagnoses...
Social Isolation, Your Mental Health, and TMS

Social Isolation, Your Mental Health, and TMS

The pandemic has led many people to isolate themselves to protect their own physical health or that of loved ones. But, this social isolation can take a toll on mental health. According to a Pew Research Center survey in 2018, one in ten Americans felt isolated or...
How Does Stress Impact Anxiety?

How Does Stress Impact Anxiety?

How Does Stress Impact Anxiety? Stress and anxiety tend to go hand in hand. However, you can be under stress and not develop anxiety. Conversely, you can have anxiety without being stressed out. So how does stress impact anxiety exactly? These mental wellness...