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...
Coping With Anxiety & Depression

Coping With Anxiety & Depression

According to the CDC, 18.5% of adults experienced depression symptoms in 2019. Almost half of those suffering from depression are also suffering from uncontrolled anxiety. If left untreated, anxiety may be the catalyst for your depression. This creates a cycle where...
TMS Therapy and Memory Loss

TMS Therapy and Memory Loss

Depression can be debilitating enough without the added stress of constantly forgetting where your keys or phone are or even what you did yesterday. Your episodic memory is what helps make you a unique individual. Certain depression treatments can affect your ability...
Why is depression hard to overcome?

Why is depression hard to overcome?

Why is depression hard to overcome? Depression is a complex mental health diagnosis. Unfortunately, there is no fix-all treatment that works for every person. If you are suffering from depression, it can be challenging to achieve remission. Read what mental health...
Antidepressants Aren’t A Cure-All

Antidepressants Aren’t A Cure-All

Antidepressants work by changing levels of neurotransmitters, chemicals in the brain that affect mood, depression, and anxiety. To experience the full benefits of these medications, you need to take the prescription as directed for approximately six to eight weeks....
Supporting Aging Loved Ones With Depression

Supporting Aging Loved Ones With Depression

Depression in older adults is, unfortunately, more common than we realize. It is harder to diagnose as we age because the symptoms can be masked by or attributed to other illnesses, medication side effects, or simply signs of aging. Knowing what to look for and when...
7 Ways to Cope With Disasters

7 Ways to Cope With Disasters

Natural disasters, like hurricanes or tornadoes, can profoundly affect more than just your belongings. They trigger high stress levels, anger, and anxiety and can lead to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The loss of property or finances can contribute to your...
What is the best way to deal with anxiety?

What is the best way to deal with anxiety?

What is the best way to deal with anxiety? Occasional anxiety is part of life. It is our brain’s way of protecting us from potentially dangerous situations. But what happens when it becomes more than just temporary worry or fear. How do you overcome your anxiety...
5 Strategies to Cope with Depression in Your Workplace

5 Strategies to Cope with Depression in Your Workplace

Today, more adults suffer from anxiety, depression, or other mood disorders than ever before. Although you are struggling, you likely still have to manage the expectations of your job. Mental health issues do not respect your work hours, making it hard to get through...
How can you help those suffering from a psychiatric disorder?

How can you help those suffering from a psychiatric disorder?

How can you help those suffering from a psychiatric disorder? Statistically speaking, you will likely have a close friend or loved one suffering from a psychiatric disorder at some point in your life. You may not know how to help them. Our readers weighed in with some...