If you constantly feel exhausted and have no energy to do anything, you may be struggling with fatigue. It's common for adults to experience fatigue at some point in their lives, and it can cause both physical and mental symptoms, making it difficult to focus at work or accomplish everyday tasks. Fatigue is often ... Read More
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Adjustment Disorders
Stressful or traumatic life events often happen without warning, which is why they can be so challenging to cope with. However, if months have passed and you're still experiencing difficulty moving on or regulating your emotions, you may be struggling with an adjustment disorder. Adjustment disorders can affect your ... Read More
Popular Self-Care Items to Give Your Mental Health
From busy work schedules to familial obligations, there's no shortage of daily stressors. For many people, these stressors can seriously impact mental health — studies show that about 1 in 5 Americans experience mental illness, such as depression and anxiety, every year. To help manage stress, more people are ... Read More
The Off-Label Overprescription of Some Drugs
In the United States, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approves the use of drugs for specific health conditions. Some drugs, however, can be used "off label," meaning a doctor prescribes them for a different condition than its originally approved use or at a different dosage. Prescribing off-label is perfectly ... Read More
Protecting Mental Health While Navigating Online Dating
Dating can be hard on your mental health. Dating apps can be exhausting, and yet they're becoming increasingly common, with around 30% of U.S. adults saying they've used a dating app or website. If you're considering diving into the world of online dating, learn how to protect yourself from some of the darker aspects ... Read More
Managing OCD Through the Hectic Holidays
For many people, the holiday season is one of fun, family and friends — but this isn't the case for everyone. If you've been diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder or suspect you might be dealing with it, the holidays can have you feeling overwhelmed and out of control. Habits like OCD muscle clenching, counting ... Read More
Common Medications for Treating Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder, sometimes called manic depression, is a mental illness that causes abrupt mood swings and changes in energy levels and makes daily activities difficult. It affects just over 4% of the adult population of the United States. Those with bipolar disorder often have manic episodes that last days and ... Read More
First Responder Paws – 2023
2023 First Responder Paws Award We didn’t know what to expect in the way of a response when we kicked off a first-ever, nationwide contest for the First Responder Paws Therapy Dog Award, but 51 incredible dogs from around the country answered the call by taking part. Congratulations Sgt. Bo! Winner of the 2023 ... Read More