The Impact of Emotional Abuse
Everyone’s past has a way of sticking around with them. While it is possible to move forward again, the past helps mold and shape you into who you are today. Unfortunately, those include both positive and negative life events. Emotional abuse typically occurs in children. It’s a type of abuse that is usually brought on […]
Restful Nights: Tips and Techniques for How To Overcome Sleep Issues
According to the National Sleep Foundation, most healthy adults need about seven hours of sleep each night. Unfortunately, when you struggle with sleep issues, getting anywhere near seven hours can seem impossible. It’s estimated that about 30% of adults in the U.S. deal with symptoms of insomnia. Whether something physical, mental, or emotional is keeping […]
5 Ways That CBT Helps Anxiety
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is one of the most common modalities for helping with anxiety. Because anxiety is such a prominent problem, there are a variety of treatment and management options to choose from, but it’s important to find what works for you. That starts by understanding how those different options combat anxious thoughts and […]
Older Adults and Anxiety: Why Is It Harder to Get Help?
Anxiety doesn’t discriminate. It can impact anyone at any age. According to the National Council on Aging, anywhere from 10% to 20% of those 65 and older in the United States deal with anxiety. Unfortunately, it often goes undiagnosed. Older adults often have a harder time getting help for anxiety for a variety of reasons. […]
Understanding the Most Common Anxiety Disorders and How They’re Treated
Anxiety impacts millions of people across the globe. In fact, it’s the most common mental health condition in the world. But, it’s also not a one-size-fits-all problem. People experience anxiety for different reasons and are able to manage it in different ways. Some disorders are very specific, while others are broad. Understanding some of the […]