Is It Anxiety or OCD?
Anxiety and OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder) are two mental health disorders that can sometimes be confused with each other. Both can cause distress and interfere with daily life, but they have different symptoms and treatment options. In this Q&A article, we will explore the differences between anxiety and OCD and answer some common questions about them. […]
What It Means to Have Type A Personality Traits
What is a Type A personality? It is common to hear the term “Type A” personality used to describe ambitious, driven, and competitive people. It is important to note that Type A personalities possess a specific set of traits, despite their informal use of the term. In the 1950s, cardiologists coined Type A personality, which describes […]
What is a Platonic Relationship?
PLATONIC RELATIONSHIPS ARE OFTEN MISUNDERSTOOD AND MISREPRESENTED IN POPULAR CULTURE. Many people associate the term “platonic” with the absence of any romantic or sexual attraction, but this is not entirely accurate. In reality, platonic relationships can be just as intimate and fulfilling as romantic relationships but without any physical or sexual component. What is a […]
Postpartum Depression
Postpartum depression is a type of depression that occurs after the birth of a child. It affects up to 15% of the population. People suffering from postpartum depression have emotional highs and lows, frequent crying, fatigue, guilt, and anxiety, and may struggle to care for their baby. Medication and counseling can be used to treat […]
How Mental Health Affects Physical Health
Are you aware of how mental health affects your physical health? Mental health is essential to overall well-being and plays a significant role in how our bodies function. In this blog, we’ll explore how mental health can impact physical health and the steps we can take to ensure both are given the attention they need […]
What Effects #CoupleGoals Have on Our Relationships
We all look at other couples and try to figure out what our perfect relationship would be like. Some people may use the hashtag #relationshipgoals to describe what they want their relationship to look like. After all, it’s human nature to compare ourselves to others, and social media has made this tendency easier. Sometimes people […]
Envy: What is it? Causes and Effects
Envy is a feeling that can take root in any of us, often without us realizing it. It occurs when we compare ourselves to others and feel a sense of sorrow or inferiority as a result. In this blog post, we’ll explore what envy is, the causes that trigger it in different people, and its […]
Causes, Signs, and Treatments of Daddy Issues
Some people have distant relationships with their fathers as children, while others have no relationship at all. Others may become so close that the relationship is unhealthy. Both situations can contribute to developing what people call ‘Daddy Issues.’ While the term ‘Daddy Issues’ is commonly used, it is not an official mental health diagnosis. This […]
Substance Dependence: What Is It?
We’re going to be talking about substance dependence today. This is a topic that is important because substance abuse rates are rising, and it’s important to understand the difference between using a substance and being dependent on it. We’ll explore what constitutes dependence and its associated health risks. We’ll also provide resources for those who […]
