Music can have a powerful effect on emotions. Whether it's in the background of movies, setting the tone for the environment of a workplace or enjoyed at a concert, it's woven into nearly every part of society to express emotion, inspire change and entertain. Whether they're consciously aware of it or not, many ... Read More
Kristina Robb-Dover
Kristina Robb-Dover
Kristina Robb-Dover is an Atlanta-based writer, editor, and author of two books with publishing houses. She has degrees from Yale College and Princeton Theological Seminary.
The Dangers of Combining Antipsychotics and Alcohol
Due to the prevalence of alcohol in American society—86 percent of American adults drink alcohol to some extent—many people feel safe mixing alcohol with just about any substance under the sun. This can mean allergy medication, OTC anti-inflammatories, antidepressants, anti-anxiety pills, and, yes, antipsychotics. ... Read More
The Psychoactive Effects of Mephedrone on the Brain
Mephedrone is capturing headlines around the world, due to raids and drug busts by various international narcotics control agencies. A case in point is the arrest in Mumbai, India, of the son of a Bollywood star and others attending a party aboard the Cordelia-Empress luxury cruise liner. Law enforcement officials ... Read More
Water Therapy for Mental Health
Seastorms, hurricanes, seasonal flooding. No matter. In the U.S., more than 94 million people live near the coast (Atlantic, Pacific, or Gulf of Mexico coastlines), which translates to almost 30 percent of the population. If you include cities like Chicago, Milwaukee, and Salt Lake City, that number grows by millions ... Read More
The Eye-Opening Link Between Depression and Overeating
If you have ever found yourself feeling depressed and eating certain foods that temporarily improve your mood, you are not alone. Of course, there is nothing wrong with occasionally indulging in a package of your favorite cookies or bag of chips because you had a bad week. But overeating more than occasionally may be a ... Read More
What to Know When Someone Demands Your Prescription Drugs
Being in a relationship with someone who's abusing a substance can be challenging and confusing. On the one hand, most individuals want to see their loved ones live a life without addiction. On the other, it's difficult to watch someone go through the stress and discomfort of withdrawal. As a result, many feel that ... Read More
16 Tips for Better Mental Health During the Holidays
If you struggle with your mental health and the holidays seem to make it worse, our Holiday Advent Calendar is here to help you ring in the season with joy. The holidays can be a stressful time when self-care becomes more important than ever. You’re expected to attend a full schedule of social gatherings, you’re ... Read More
How Parenting in a Pandemic Affected Many Stay-at-Home Moms
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to many people losing their jobs or working remotely from home, but stay-at-home moms and working mothers have been impacted the most. Working and stay-at-home mom issues include trying to juggle homemaking, childcare duties, and teaching while also having less time for self-care and ... Read More
