Am I Experiencing Mental Fatigue?

Am I Experiencing Mental Fatigue?

Mental fatigue is an experience that can affect anyone. Our brains can be left feeling exhausted by a variety of situations. Experiencing high stress for prolonged periods of time in any area of your life can be very taxing. If you are feeling…
Strategies for Managing Holiday Anxiety

Strategies for Managing Holiday Anxiety

The holiday season is supposed to be one of the most wonderful times of the year. However, for individuals with a mental health disorder, this time of the year can cause holiday anxiety. Living with a condition like anxiety may make you feel…
Should I Set Boundaries With Social Media for My Mental Health?

Should I Set Boundaries With Social Media for My Mental Health?

Social media has become a significant part of all of our lives. Various platforms and applications provide a way to interact with our social circles in new and unique ways. We can communicate, explore our creativity, and share ideas completely…
How to Foster Healthy Relationships While Living With a Mental Health Disorder

How to Foster Healthy Relationships While Living With a Mental Health Disorder

When living with a mental health condition, it can be difficult to foster and maintain healthy relationships. If you have a mental health disorder, it likely affects every area of your life. Not only can it impact the relationship you have…
What Is Trauma-Informed Care?

What Is Trauma-Informed Care?

There has been much discussion about trauma-informed care in the mental health community recently. It may leave you wondering what the basics are. To understand trauma-informed care, it is helpful if you have a clear understanding of what trauma…
What Is Mania and What Does It Mean to Have a Manic Episode?

What Is Mania and What Does It Mean to Have a Manic Episode?

People living with bipolar disorder typically experience both depressive and manic episodes. Manic episodes, also referred to as mania, are sometimes so severe that they require hospitalization. Mania can cause extreme changes in mood and behavior…