Lady Gaga Reveals Struggle With PTSD
For the first time publically, Lady Gaga revealed she struggles with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The admission occurred during an emotional visit with homeless, LGBTQ teens in New York. The visit was broadcasted on a segment on the Today Show. “I told the kids today, ‘I suffer from PTSD.’ I’ve never told anyone that before. . . . . Continue Reading
Understanding the Dynamics of Workaholism
Are you a workaholic? Working hard is not a bad thing. In fact, those who work hard often reap the benefits of their efforts. However, when work is all-consuming, it can be an unhealthy component of a person’s life. There is a thin line between a hard worker and someone who struggles with workaholism. Knowing . . . . Continue Reading
The Pros and Cons of Limiting Opioid Prescriptions
The first exposure many have to opioids is through prescription drugs prescribed by their doctor. No longer are drugs only obtained on the streets; they are received every day from the comfort of a physician’s office. At first glance, the solution to this epidemic seems easy— just lower the amount of prescription drugs prescribed to . . . . Continue Reading
5 Herbs and Supplements for Depression
Antidepressants are so commonly discussed and prescribed that we often lose sight of natural alternatives that can be just as effective for treating depression and anxiety. Many people fear taking antidepressants because of potential side effects they may endure from using them. Other people are completely against prescription drugs and prefer utilizing holistic treatments over . . . . Continue Reading
Chelsea Handler: People Who Refuse to Try Drugs Are ‘Untrustworthy’
Author: Shernide Delva Chelsea Handler has made a career off of her comedy and talk show, however, she is now raising eyebrows after labeling people who abstain from using drugs and alcohol “untrustworthy” and “tricky.” On a recent episode of Real Time with Bill Maher, host Bill Maher referenced an earlier statement from Handler in . . . . Continue Reading
Binge Eating Disorder: Hope’s Story of Recovery
When we think of the word “self-harm,” most of us do not think about what we put into our bodies. However, eating choices play a significant role in self-love and self-care. What we choose to put into our bodies is often a direct reflection of how we feel inside. Eating disorders affect 20 million women . . . . Continue Reading
Amanda Seyfried On OCD & Mental Illness: ‘If You Can Treat It, You Treat It’
Last night while skimming through social media, I discovered one of my favorite actresses Amanda Seyfried was trending. Curious, I clicked on Seyfried name and was pleasantly surprised to see Seyfried coming forward about her mental health struggles in an effort to reduce the stigmas surrounding mental illness. Even if you are not a huge . . . . Continue Reading
5 Things You Should Know About Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is one of the most stigmatized mental illnesses out there. The media has depicted schizophrenia in a very dramatic way in television shows, movies, and talk shows. The stigmas perpetuating schizophrenia make someone with the condition even less likely to seek treatment for the disorder. Here are five things you should know about schizophrenia. . . . . Continue Reading
A New Approach to Binge Eating Disorder Treatment?
Do you struggle with binge eating? Don’t worry. You are not alone. It is estimated that compulsive binge eating affects approximately 15 million people in the United States. Because of these startling numbers, we are always looking at different kinds of studies that explore treatment for binge eaters. Now, a new treatment may help compulsive . . . . Continue Reading
The Three Kinds of Depressive Episodes
If you struggle with depression, you more than anyone that depression is far from just normal sadness. Depression is a disease. Unfortunately, most people do not look at it that way. The medical community describes depression as a “treatable medical condition. “ However, because the condition is so heavily stigmatized, people can go years . . . . Continue Reading