Traumatic experiences have a long-term impact on our mental, physical and emotional health. Whether it be a natural disaster, an accident or a life-threatening situation, traumatic events can have lasting effects, whether immediate or delayed. While taking the first...
Regardless of skill, making art allows people to release their emotions and work on their focus. And because making art affects the brain so positively, it’s a tool therapists use to help treat people with mental health conditions like anxiety and depression....
It can be challenging to balance life and school. Extracurricular activities, homework, after-school jobs, relationships and family commitments can quickly pile up, creating a stressful environment that can become overwhelming. When significant life changes — like a...
Social media is everywhere. From Snapchat and Facebook to TikTok and YouTube, there are many ways to connect with people and find interesting information. Many don’t consider the impact social media can have on mental health. Although social media can encourage...
Meditation offers incredible benefits for the mind and body. It helps people reach a relaxed state where they feel calm and present and can lower blood pressure while reducing feelings of stress, anxiety and depression. If you are wondering how to start meditation,...
Picture this: you’re enjoying a perfect day, the sun is shining, and you feel like nothing could go wrong when a random thought hits you. It fills you with dread, but rather than letting it pass you by, your mind can’t help but hang onto it. Suddenly that...
