Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is common in Massachusetts due to short winter days. Various coping skills and support from a licensed counselor can help you cope with the colder months and work through challenging emotions. Why Is Seasonal Depression Common in...
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. What Is...
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,...
