When someone lives through a traumatic event, they may begin experiencing symptoms such as anxiety, flashbacks, and nightmares. If these symptoms worsen, interfere with the person’s daily routine, or persist for an extended period of time (months or years), it’s referred to as post-traumatic stress…

It has been said before that there are benefits to setting boundaries with family, friends,  and coworkers. To do this you need to actively communicate your needs and wants in any  given situation. Being able to communicate in this way can lead to many benefits…

Many times, depression can make you feel like you have lost your desire to do just about anything. Other times it can cause you to lose sleep or skip meals. That alone can zap your energy and add to the apathetic cycle of no motivation. …

You’ve probably heard of meditation, a practice that focuses on clearing your mind to improve your overall well-being. But how familiar are you with it? Here are three things you never knew about meditation. 1. Meditation Has Been Around for Thousands of Years While meditation…

Divorce can be one of the most stressful and depressing things that a person can go through. It can cause hardship on the whole family, making many feel the effects of depression or anxiety. In some cases, it splits up your home and causes parents…

During this time of year, radio and TV ads would have us believe we should all feel merry and bright. Sadly, that’s not always the case. According to the National Institute of Health, many people experience depression during the holiday season. Some of the most common reasons people…