Anxiety. A dreaded word. Everyone experiences anxiety of various degrees at different points in their life. Where does anxiety come from and what purpose does it serve? Anxiety is a direct result of one’s flight or fight response. The flight or fight response is a physiological reaction in our bodies that occurs in response to... Continue Reading →
Have you ever come across the term "IOP" and wondered what it means? I was in the same boat until recently. IOP, or Intensive Outpatient Program, is a type of treatment option for individuals struggling with mental health or substance abuse issues. Intrigued by this concept, I embarked on a journey to understand what an... Continue Reading →
In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it's easy to get caught up in negative self-talk. We often find ourselves criticizing our abilities, appearance, or even our worth. However, embracing positive self-talk can be a game-changer in our lives. By harnessing the power of our inner cheerleader, we can transform our mindset and... Continue Reading →
If you are a parent and your teenager has recently been put on medication, you may face several hurdles. It is likely a very difficult time in your teenager’s life, and because of that, also a very difficult time in your life as well. If your teenager’s psychiatrist or physician has determined that medication would... Continue Reading →
Each day we are asked to make many decisions, both big and small. The impact of the choices we make can vary from little to no impact on our lives to catastrophically changing the course of our lives in positive or negative ways. Perhaps the smaller decisions are easier to make for most people. “Which... Continue Reading →
After a long well-deserved summer break, it often becomes hard for people to return for the next school year. Part of this difficulty is due to returning to the routine and adjusting your sleeping schedule instead of falling asleep at any time of day. On the other hand, there are students who are super excited... Continue Reading →
Have you ever been on a first date? Can you recall your emotions from that day? Was the date how you expected it to be, better, or worse? Seriously though, were you able to sleep the night before? First dates could be scary no matter the time you have been talking to your partner or... Continue Reading →
Going away to college is a pivotal moment in a young adult’s life. Your entire life is ahead of you. You move into a dorm and out of your parent’s house for the first time. You really start thinking about your future and what you want to do with your life. You pick a major... Continue Reading →
Are there situations in your life that trigger the memory of something else whether it is good or bad? Have you even found any correlations between your past and your present? I came across a podcast called Breaking the Cycle by Celeste the Therapist that truly changed my perspective on pain and the effect it has on... Continue Reading →
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