Depression is incredibly common in the United States. Over the course of a year, almost seven percent of the adult population experiences at least one major depressive episode. Further, almost a third of those with depression are also suffering from an anxiety disorder. However, for those living with negative ... Read More
How Gig Jobs Can Wear on Mental Health
Advances in technology have been a major influence on the way we work today. They allow people to connect and coordinate effectively across distances. One of the major work-life shifts we've seen is the rise of the "gig economy." The gig economy is a labor market that consists of part-time and freelance jobs rather ... Read More
Boxer Micky Ward Talks CTE and the Mental Health Effects
Boxer Mickey Ward was as tough as they come. The pride of Lowell, Massachusetts, often referred to by his nickname "Irish," was a one-time light welterweight boxing champion. Ward, now 56, was known for his "iron jaw" and his ability to remain standing even while absorbing punishing blows to his head and body. He is ... Read More
NFL’s Maxx Crosby and Darren Waller Tackle Addiction
At first look, Las Vegas Raiders stars Maxx Crosby and Darren Waller wouldn't seem to have much in common. Crosby, intense and driven, is on his way to becoming one of the top defensive ends of the game. Waller, soft-spoken and quiet, has already established himself as one of the top tight ends in football. Yet the two ... Read More
5 Most Unrealistic Depictions of Anxiety in Hollywood
Hollywood is riddled with inaccurate depictions of the human experience, and mental health disorders are no exception. Characters with anxiety frequently come across as over-the-top, odd or unrelatable when portrayed in the Hollywood stereotype. Why is this so damaging? Because it teaches audiences to look for symptoms ... Read More
5 Mental Health Relapse Triggers Everyone Should Know About
Early Signs of Relapse As with many diseases, it is possible to suffer a mental health relapse, even when medications are used routinely and counseling is provided. If you have a mental health disorder, it’s essential to know what the early warning signs of a mental health relapse are so you can react to them. If ... Read More
Can You Overdose on Energy Drinks?
Yes, it is possible to overdose on energy drinks. However, overdose fatalities from energy drinks are rare. When someone does die from drinking too many energy drinks, it usually is due to severe heart arrhythmia attributed to the stimulant effects of caffeine. The most famous energy drink—Red Bull—made a big splash ... Read More
Singer Robbie Williams Reveals His Mental Health Struggles
Robbie Williams, an icon in the UK, is also famous globally, with more than 70 million records sold. His career shot off to an amazing start at only 16 years old when he became the singer for the boy band Take That. After five years and six chart-topping singles, Williams went on to pursue a highly successful solo ... Read More
