Many children are picky eaters, with specific rules about what they'll eat and how their food must be served. As they age, most children grow out of these restrictive habits. However, some hold onto restrictive food tendencies and even see them intensify with age. Sometimes these tendencies are so extreme that they ... Read More
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How Self-Esteem Can Affect Mental Health
Self-esteem is widely regarded as a component of good mental health. However, while the benefits of being confident and limiting self-deprecating behavior might seem obvious at first glance, the truth is that these traits could be a sign of positive well-being. Why is self-esteem important? An appropriate sense of ... Read More
Tai Chi, Qugong, and Ancient Mind-Body Practices
Did ancient Chinese healers understand something about mental health that modern medicine is just catching up to in recent decades? Maybe — the type of mind-body practices inherent in Chinese medicine thousands of years ago can have a beneficial impact on physical and mental health. Learn more about whether cultivating ... Read More
Social Media Influencers and Your Mental Health
Social media feels inescapable. There are 4.8 billion social media users worldwide. On average, people report spending almost 2.5 hours on social media daily. And it's nearly impossible to be on social media without coming across social media influencers. So, what's the impact of social media influencers on the ... Read More
Healing Your Relationship with Food: Part 4, Restricting Food Due to Anxiety/Depression or for Weight Loss
Healing Your Relationship With Food: Part 1: Understanding the Mental Ties Part 2: The Physical Aspects Part 3: Emotional Eating Part 4: Restricting Food Due to Anxiety/Depression or for Weight Loss Part 5: Restricting Food Because of Busyness or a Fear of Pain Welcome to “Part 4” of our journey ... Read More
How to Stop Intrusive Thoughts That Won’t Go Away
Many parents understand what it's like to have terrifying thoughts that won't go away about their child being harmed. Everyone experiences moments of frustration or anger when a violent thought creeps in and then subsides. It's common to experience anxiety and even play out scenarios about failing when trying something ... Read More
Can You Overdose on Alcohol? High BAC and Alcohol Poisoning
Updated September 29, 2023 How much alcohol is too much? When it comes to indulging in a drink, moderation is key — but knowing how much that is can be a challenge. When this limit is exceeded, the effects can be expressed in a variety of ways. It’s best to be familiar with the signs of alcohol poisoning, both for ... Read More
Does Therapy Actually Help Mental Health?
Most people's conceptions and opinions of mental health and "therapy" happen in the theoretical plane. People with mental health conditions like depression and anxiety will see their peers achieve success from one type of therapy or another, and either decide whether to try it themselves or not. A lot of people who ... Read More
