Mental Health Hotline Articles
Guilt Weighing on Mental Health
Feeling guilty when you make a mistake is a completely normal and healthy response. Guilt is one of the driving forces behind our desire to improve and grow by helping us recognize we’ve done something we shouldn’t have. However, there’s the potential to carry too much guilt or fall into
Struggling with Abandonment: The Effects on Mental Health
Abandonment issues are common in people who’ve experienced loss or some other traumatic event in their childhood. They can also surface in people who’ve been neglected physically or emotionally. In some cases, a person may feel fear of abandonment but be unable to pinpoint the trigger. Understanding Abandonment Healthy human
Couvade Syndrome and the Effect on Mental Wellness
When a woman becomes pregnant, her body goes through many changes that cause a variety of symptoms throughout the pregnancy. In some cases, though, she may not be alone in experiencing some of these symptoms. Couvade syndrome, also known as sympathetic pregnancy, has been shown to affect between 11% and
Maintaining Wellness When You Feel You Have No One to Talk to
Loneliness is one of the most difficult things to experience. It’s human nature to crave a connection with others, whether on a romantic, familial or friendship level. If you’re lonely, know you’re not the only one. In May 2023, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy called loneliness a public health epidemic.
Understanding Self-Actualization in your Wellness Journey
Reaching your full potential has as much to do with success as becoming your actualized self. Introduced by psychologist Abraham Maslow, the concept of self-actualization refers to achieving the pinnacle of personal growth. Let’s take a look at the notion of self-actualization and how you can integrate it into your
Burnout: A Slow Drain on Mental Health
Nearly everyone has felt tired and weighed down at some point. Studies have shown that approximately 59% of all employees in the United States have experienced some form of burnout. Competition for jobs, pressure to succeed and balancing your personal and professional life can be overwhelming. But burnout is more