Most people recognize depression as a mental health condition. While it is, it can also manifest itself through physical symptoms. Long-term, the effects of depression can even impact your physical well-being.
When most of us think of romantic human relationships, two people come to mind. Some members of the animal kingdom—including humans — are simply meant to be with one mate, right?
Depression doesn’t discriminate based on age. Many people tend to have a specific “range” in mind when they consider who depression might impact. But, it can affect kids, teens, and even seniors.
Taking care of the mental health of an aging population should be a priority for everyone. The Baby Boomer generation is getting older, and elderly people are prone to feelings of anxiety and depression for a variety of reasons.
Relational trauma refers to any kind of trauma that disrupts the natural bond or attachment between a child and parent. While that might not initially seem like a big deal, it can shape a child’s development from a very early stage, and impact them all the way into adulthood.
It’s not uncommon to feel a tinge of sadness sometimes, even during the happiest of occasions. There’s nothing wrong with that. But, it’s important to understand why, so you don’t try to hide your emotions.
Mental illness has always been a prevalent problem. However, it’s being more widely addressed and talked about lately. That’s a good thing that can help to eliminate harmful stigmas. However, the more “popular” subjects become, the more likely it is for them to be abused.
Whether you consider yourself to be highly sensitive and highly empathetic, or you just tend to absorb the energy around you from other people, it’s never fun to feel lousy just because the people you’re around are in a negative mood.
The gender pay gap issue in the American workplace is certainly nothing new. While it can be argued that the gap is smaller today than in generations past, that doesn’t mean there still aren’t challenges to overcome.
Burnout is becoming a more common phrase nowadays, mostly due to people experiencing too much stress in the workplace and with social responsibilities and demands.
