Thursday, January 9, 2025
Despite living in what many consider a time of abundance, mental illness is at an all-time high. In fact, it has been estimated that at least 300 million people across the globe are suffering from some form of diagnosed depression, with over 250 million more suffering from anxiety. For those of you playing at home,
[ Read More ]As one of the most complicated and dangerous mental health illnesses, anorexia nervosa is characterized by an obsession with avoiding caloric intake and a distorted body image which leads people to believe they are overweight even when medically at the point of emaciation. People with this disorder will avoid most food and meals, subsisting on
[ Read More ]Do you feel overly tense, sweaty, irritable, restless or on edge when you are confronted with an overwhelming task? A lot of people do not know they are suffering from anxiety or even how to cope with it. Anxiety disorders can fall into several categories including generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety disorder, panic disorder and
[ Read More ]Have you ever thought about making an appointment with a therapist, only to put it off for a number of reasons? These reasons can range from the difficulty of finding a professional therapist, anxiety over speaking on the phone, fear of judgment, or even the cost of care. Luckily, in modern times, almost everything you
[ Read More ]While a lot of people struggle with their mental health, not everyone has the means to undergo therapy. If you are in such a situation, what can you do? You can download an app that’s designed to help those suffering from mental health issues. Recently, such apps have emerged and become popular because of how
[ Read More ]Unfortunately, when it comes to clarifying the connection between alcohol and Alzheimer’s Disease, there is no clear answer. For many years, it has been believed that a small amount of alcohol, such as a cup of red wine a day was beneficial for mental functioning. However, more recent research has suggested that alcohol, even in
[ Read More ]Throughout life, most people face several challenges. Working with a counselor provides an objective viewpoint that can make facing these challenges easier and more effective. In Idaho, individuals, couples, and families can take advantage of Coeur d’Alene counseling services to help with everything from making major decisions to dealing with strong emotions or overcoming perceived
[ Read More ]We spend a huge portion of our time in the workplace, so of course, a bad work environment could contribute to employee’s declining mental health. Knowing whether this is the case in your business and what you can do about it is imperative to your success and keeping your employees healthy and happy. Below, you’ll
[ Read More ]According to the Alzheimer’s Association, one in three senior citizens dies in Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia. In 2019, there are an estimated 5.8 million people with dementia in the United States. This figure takes into account 5.6 million people who are aged 65 years old and above, and about 200,000 individuals below 65 years
[ Read More ]When someone that you love dearly has given you so much pain, would you still allow them to enter your life once again? There are significant individuals in your life that may have hurt or disappointed you at some point. When this happens, the usual defense mechanism that you turn to is anger, hate, and
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