When you have someone in your life that you feel needs professional help, it can feel stressful and overwhelming. Sometimes an outsider can see things that the person experiencing the problem cannot see or refuses to see. So can we convince someone to go to therapy? That depends on the person and your relationship withRead More
There are several different types of personality disorders, one of them being narcissistic personality disorder. This is when people have an inflated sense of their own importance, a deep need for excessive attention and admiration, troubled relationships, and a lack of empathy for others. For most people suffering from this disorder, under that extreme confidenceRead More
“Anorexia athletica” is a type of eating disorder that primarily affects athletes. People with anorexia athletica take in a limited number of calories despite a high level of physical activity. This behavior typically results in a very lean body mass and low weight. We often associate athletes with excellent health because of the amount ofRead More
Xanax is a medication that many people are familiar with. Xanax is a benzodiazepine, which means that it has a sedative effect. Xanax is sometimes prescribed for panic and anxiety disorders. Many individuals use Xanax in the way that it is intended. However, it is very addictive and can lead to dependency if not takenRead More
If you are an emotional eater, you are not alone. Often, when we feel stressed, anxious, or worried, we grab a snack and munch away. Emotional eating is often linked with uncomfortable emotions or past trauma. Many of us experience comfort in grabbing that specific thing to eat. The feeling of comfort might be neededRead More
We have all heard someone say, “why are you so sensitive?” or even “stop getting angry so easily!” Many times we are chastised for being emotional. When we cry over a fight with a significant other, we may be labeled as “over-emotional” or “sensitive.” If we do not react, we are cold or distant. IfRead More
You have probably heard about attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Most of the time, ADHD is talked about in regards to children. You have probably heard about children at school struggling to focus. A lot of the time, much less attention is paid to adults with this disorder. However, adults can very much suffer from ADHD, justRead More
Opioids are a class of drugs that include prescription pain medications and illegal drugs, such as heroin. Although a doctor may prescribe opioids, they can still easily lead to addiction. Anyone prescribed an opioid medication should take it with care, follow the instructions, and maintain clear and open communication with their doctor. Sometimes we thinkRead More
Many of us go tanning to get that warm, sun-kissed glow. For those of us living in places with long and cold winters, we may find ourselves going to a tanning salon. We sit in that nice and warm tanning bed, relaxing and letting all of our worries go. For those lucky individuals living inRead More
It’s terrific if you have made the difficult decision to seek treatment. You may be a little nervous and unsure. That is entirely normal and natural. Most people experience some form of discomfort when they make important life choices. Feeling nervous means you are making a big decision. It is a decision that will affectRead More