It's a light-hearted thing to say: "I'm a fun drunk", "I'm a happy drunk", or "I'm a crazy drunk." Perhaps these all should spark debate themselves — after all, What does it say about someone who's completely in tune with the way excessive alcohol use affects their personality? But one such phenomenon is especially ... Read More
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Nope, “Anhedonia” Isn’t Science Fiction. Discover What It Is.
Anhedonia may not be a term you've heard before, but there's a high probability that you've experienced it. Periods of acute inability to derive pleasure from taking part in "pleasurable" activities are common. Chronic (prolonged) anhedonia is less common. In this piece, we'll discuss what anhedonia is, its causes, its ... Read More
The Connection Between Spirituality and Mental Health
Can your spiritual beliefs support your mental health? It's a simple enough question, (and one worth exploring regardless of where one falls on the faith-and-spirituality spectrum), but the answers can be complex. Before mental disorders had scientific explanations, it wasn't uncommon for someone with depression to ... Read More
The Role of Spirituality in Recovery – Expert Interview with Dr. Sachi Ananda
Spirituality can play a positive role in recovery. For a deeper exploration of how—including a discussion of what spirituality is and its application for people with addiction, depression, and other mental disorders—we recently asked Dr. Sachi Ananda to share her insights. As the director of “Shatterproof FHE Health” ... Read More
How Jennifer Aniston Ended Up in Therapy and Understands Depression
Spend any time standing in the checkout line at the grocery store and you can't miss the headlines about Jennifer Aniston on magazine covers. She's marrying again, she's pregnant, she's not pregnant, she's still sad about Brad, she's adopting, she's single— when it comes to the roller coaster of celebrity life, Aniston ... Read More
A Brief History of PTSD and How it Was Discovered
We generally think of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as a modern affliction, but why is this? Despite changes in technology, science and our understanding of certain medical issues, the human condition has been largely the same since the beginning of time. Presumably, we can find out some information about the ... Read More
Causes and Triggers of PTSD
A person who experiences or witnesses a terrifying or shocking event can develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Symptoms of PTSD may include flashbacks, severe anxiety, and nightmares. Individuals who are affected by this condition may find themselves unable to stop thinking about the event that triggered their ... Read More
Judi Dench Gets Personal About Mental Health and Addiction
Dame Judi Dench: A Voice for Mental Health Awareness With an acting career that spans over six decades, British actress Judi Dench has enjoyed worldwide recognition and numerous awards, including seven Laurence Olivier Awards, six film awards, 10 BAFTA awards, two Golden Globe Awards, two Screen Actors Guild Awards, ... Read More
