Mental fatigue affects people from all backgrounds and social demographics. It's reported that about one-quarter of people experience signs of fatigue. Furthermore, research has indicated that women are more likely to experience burnout than men. Mental fatigue can impair your ability to function normally, cause ... Read More
Help for Anxiety and Low Confidence From Imposter Syndrome
Have you ever felt like you didn't belong with a group? Have you been afraid someone might out you as a fraud? These are textbook examples of imposter syndrome anxiety, which is something that affects many people but feels very isolating when it's happening to you. In this piece, we'll explore the way imposter ... Read More
5 Questions to Ask Before Dating Someone in Recovery
Dating a recovering addict can be challenging, but like any relationship, it can also be very rewarding. There's no reason to fear dating someone in recovery, but before you do, you should make sure you're not under any misconceptions about what the experience will be like. There are unique risks to forming an ... Read More
Not Feeling Fulfilled at Work? This May Be Why.
If you're not feeling fulfilled at work, you're not alone. In various studies and surveys, only about half of employees reported finding fulfillment at their jobs. To make matters worse, even those who are aware they have a problem don't fully understand the steps they need to take to solve it. If you're not sure ... 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
The Benefits and Dangers of Drug Replacement Therapy
Drug replacement therapy, also called drug substitute therapy, is a common practice in many rehabilitation facilities today. It's an approach to addiction treatment that's generally accepted and positively viewed by medical professionals. Still, there are some facilities and professionals who hold out on supporting ... 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 ... Read More
Anorexia vs Bulimia: What’s the Difference?
Anorexia and bulimia are the most common eating disorders, afflicting millions of people across the world. It is common knowledge that people with anorexia tend to eat less, introducing restrictive diets in their lives. On the other hand, people with bulimia eat a lot, using various methods to purge. However, the ... Read More
