Cognitive distortions are flawed thinking patterns associated with mental health issues like anxiety, depression, and addiction. They are a form of automatic negative thoughts that have an impact on emotions, behaviors, and the way we perceive ourselves and others. To grasp how they affect the way we think and our mental health, it’s helpful to … Read more
We all experience stress, but there are different types and not all of them are bad. Being able to recognize the difference between eustress vs distress is helpful for understanding how to make the most of each emotional state. Eustress is a positive stress response that can lead to a healthy emotional state, while distress … Read more
Bilateral Stimulation is a form of therapy that has shown to be effective for treating certain types of mental health issues like PTSD, anxiety, trauma disorders, and other conditions. It is an integral part of EMDR treatment for PTSD, and it can be incorporated into formal therapy sessions as well as at home and daily … Read more
Some of the best jobs for people with anxiety are low stress jobs that involve minimal interaction with other people in a calm working environment. Remote work can be ideal for people who are anxious around others, while some individuals don’t mind working with people as long as it’s in a calm setting without too … Read more
Many people want to learn how to lower cortisol levels to reduce stress and improve mental health. Often referred to as the “stress hormone,” cortisol is an important part of our chemical makeup. Healthy cortisol levels regulate many bodily functions, such as helping us get out of bed in the morning. Too much cortisol, however, … Read more
In today’s always on and hyper-connected world, it’s common for people to say they are having a nervous breakdown due to an endless amount of stress and anxiety. Teens and young adults may be particularly prone to emotional meltdowns, but people of all ages are affected by psychological stress to the point that it impacts … Read more
Anxiety disorders are the most common form of mental illness in the United States. They come in many forms and each individual experiences them differently, but one type that often goes unnoticed is referred to as high-functioning anxiety or functional anxiety. It is normal to feel anxious unless a high level of anxiety interferes with … Read more
Everyone experiences some form of anxiety once in a while, but when it becomes a chronic condition that leads to one of the six types of anxiety disorders, it’s often necessary to seek treatment. If left untreated, anxiety disorders can become unmanageable and lead to depression or a co-occurring disorder of mental health and addiction. … Read more
Stress is related to anxiety and can lead to depression if not addressed, so finding ways to relieve stress and anxiety can improve mental health and daily living. As a natural human response to a difficult situation, stress can be experienced as physical or mental symptoms that trigger an increase in blood pressure, heart rate, … Read more
April is Stress Awareness Month and it’s a good time for all of us to learn how to effectively handle the different types of stress in our everyday life. Dealing with endless to-do lists and stressful school or work situations can be difficult to handle sometimes. Not to mention finding enough time for family responsibilities … Read more