By Kathryn Taylor Millán, M.A., LPC/MHSP While all people are susceptible to the effects of trauma, conditions like post-traumatic stress disorder and acute stress disorder are often discussed without clear definitions or explanations. As with many other mental health concerns, people often guess which trauma reactions are normal or abnormal. Myths about trauma abound, but…
How Can Food Affect Your Mood?
By Cindy Coloma It’s a lazy Sunday afternoon, the kind that slips into your winter schedule when you’re not expecting it. This kind of day commands you to lounge around in your jammies with fluffy socks and bedhead and exactly zero guilt. You scroll through the Netflix menu, looking for something good to watch. Shuffling…
Finding Help and Hope Through Anxiety or Depression Medication
By Becca Owens For many people, acknowledging that you have an ongoing problem with anxiety or depression can bring both relief — that what you’ve been feeling has a name — and confusion about how you will be able to overcome or move past this trying season. Some people may even feel shame. Although the…
Anxiety and Depression: Why Don’t We Want to Take Medication?
By Martha McLaughlin Depression and anxiety are commonly talked about these days, yet many people still hesitate to address it all, let alone take prescription medication for it. It’s not unusual to have concerns about treating your mental health concerns with medication. If you’re dealing with anxiety or depression, maybe you face issues and thoughts…