Experts Concerned Netflix’s New Film Will ‘Trigger’ Anorexia
Another Netflix original program is stirring controversy. In case you missed the 13 Reasons Why debacle, you now have a second opportunity to voice your opinion. While the show 13 Reasons Why received criticism because many felt it idealized suicide, Netflix’s new film The Bone, have eating disorder experts concerned about its potential to trigger . . . . Continue Reading
Is Aging the Reason Behind Your Depression?
Aging is supposed to be a blessing, but to many, it feels like a curse. Women, especially struggle with accepting the physical changes they endure due to the aging process. There’s even a story about a woman who committed suicide after years of aging obsession. There’s an Irish proverb that goes: “Do not regret . . . . Continue Reading
Are Hormones Responsible for Your Addiction?
Could hormones be the reason for your addiction? Hormones may influence more than what we think. There is evidence that the hormone progesterone may influence levels of depression, anxiety, and even addiction. If you are currently on birth control or thinking of going off of birth control, you need to read this. Progesterone is a . . . . Continue Reading
Researchers Discover Females Have Higher Rates of Depression
Gender differences in depression start to appear at age 12 How much does gender affect mental illness, specifically depression? Apparently, a lot. A new study delves into the ways gender differences affect symptoms and diagnoses of depression. Researchers identified a gender influence starting at the age of 12. The analysis examined existing studies that looked . . . . Continue Reading
How Traveling Can Boost Your Health And Well-Being
If you have the opportunity to travel, do it. If you do not have the opportunity, try and find a way to make traveling a reality. There are a plethora of benefits to traveling that most people do not realize. In fact, traveling can help boost your mental health. Traveling also exposes you to different . . . . Continue Reading
How To Master & Control Your Emotions Daily
Emotions can either drive you or derail you. Many people struggle to have control over their emotions. However, it is important to understand we do not need to be at the mercy of our emotions. A recent article reviews the book How Emotions Are Made: The Secret Life of the Brain, by renowned psychologist Lisa . . . . Continue Reading
Gaslighting: What Is It and What Are the Signs?
Even if you do not know what “gaslighting” is, the chances are high that you have experienced it. I never knew what gas lighting meant until I read about it, however after learning the definition, I know I’ve experienced gaslighting countless times in various relationships. So what on earth is gaslighting? Gaslighting is defined as . . . . Continue Reading
Lucy Hale Opens Up About Overcoming Insecurity and Becoming Sober
The first time I heard about “Pretty Little Liars,” I was sitting in my local movie theater with my sister. A trailer for the show came on, and we learned the tale of four girls determined to discover who murdered their best friend, Alison. “We have to watch that!” I whispered to my sister. . . . . Continue Reading
How to Exercise with Depression Even When It Feels Impossible
The one thing most people underestimate about depression is how exhausting it can be. Every task or chore feels like it takes an insane amount of energy. Unfortunately, one of the best ways to overcome depression is through regular physical activity. Exercise is proven to help with feelings of depression, yet for those who suffer . . . . Continue Reading
How the Brain Alters and Thickens to Compensate for Depression
Depression is a serious condition that affects millions each year. Turns out, your brain actually alters and thickens to compensate for your depression. This means when you are depressed, there are areas in your brain that structurally alter in response to your condition. Researchers have found structural differences in patients with depression in comparison with . . . . Continue Reading