Wellness

Depression can feel like: Heavy fatigue, numbness, or hopelessness Loss of interest in things you once enjoyed Not just sadness—it affects thoughts, body, and functionAnalogies can help others grasp the experience Major depression is one of the most common mental health disorders in the United States, experienced by 8.3% of all adults . It’s also […]

Have you ever wondered why addiction is sometimes called “the family disease”? It’s because an addiction doesn’t just affect the person abusing substances. It can alter the entire family dynamic, impacting how others engage with that person or navigate their own lives. Family roles in addiction can take many forms, and they often don’t happen

According to the Centers for Disease Control, 1 in 14 children in the United States have a parent or caregiver with poor mental health. No matter how much you love parenting your children, there are days when your responsibilities are overwhelming. Balancing your family and career adds more stress to the equation and can detract

Infidelity can destroy a relationship. It can lead to emotional pain and loss of trust. If it has happened to you or someone you love, couples therapy can help you salvage your relationship and improve your mental health. Therapy provides a safe space where you and your partner can express your feelings, work through the

Steps to find in-network therapy: Call your insurer or search their online directory… or Ask providers if they accept your plan (they will often be able to ‘verify’ your insurance confidentially, without alerting employers or incurring fees. Look for therapists offering sliding scales if needed Approximately 67 million people, or 20% of the population of

Therapists use tests to: Track symptoms and progress Support diagnosis and treatment plans Tools like PHQ-9 or GAD-7 guide, not replace, clinical judgment Starting therapy can help you turn the page to a better phase of life, but it can also be intimidating and even a little scary, especially if you’ve never sought help before.

With dating apps like Tinder and Bumble, it can often feel like there are endless options for partners right at your fingertips. As a result, people are quick to break off relationships. Psychiatrist and author Dr. Carole Lieberman says, “Nowadays, people are often too quick to give up on relationships because, in the back of

Scandals have made headlines recently involving sexual abuse of minors in major organizations such as the Catholic Church , Southern Baptist Convention, Boy Scouts of America, and Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. It’s no surprise, then, that thousands of people are living day to day with highly traumatic memories. Trauma, particularly in