People often don’t know how they will handle the loss of a loved one until it happens. The wide range of emotions can be overwhelming at times when you try to reflect on the good times you had with the person, while also realizing those good times are over. Coping with grief and loss is…
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There are many reasons why people suffer from depression. It could be because of genetics or specific life circumstances, or a combination. Getting down to the root cause is important, but seeking counseling for depression is even more critical. Too many people suffer from something known as smiling depression. This is when the person is…
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Sometimes, life has a way of throwing a wrench in plans, and for whatever reason, we find ourselves away from the people who mean the most to us during the holiday season. Sometimes, this causes us to have a sadness that is pervasive and persistent, and if this is the case, you may consider seeking…
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Hazing and bullying are two of the most serious issues students may have to contend with during their college years. For many students, this is the first time they are living away from home and their families. As a result, the need to feel like they belong to a new peer group may result in…
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The weather is dreary. The sun goes down much sooner in the day. You’re in a funk that you can’t seem to get out of lately. If you feel this way, you may be suffering from winter depression, or seasonal affective disorder. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) affects 4 to 6 percent of people. Women…
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Depression is a mental state where people often feel like they lose control of their lives. Something goes wrong and they need it to feel right again. It does not mean that something is wrong with the person, but just their perspective of the situation has changed. That is why often depression happens after specific…
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Can I overcome bipolar disorder? That is one of the biggest question I get from patients. They want to know the best way to manage their emotions from this mental illness, but are frustrated at finding the right path to accomplish their goals. That is why in this article we talk about some of the…
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Your mind is one of the most powerful tools in the world. It has the ability to help you see what is in front of you and provides a better understanding of who you are. This is also the spot where you begin to feel thoughts of depression, anxiety, and fear. To help you redirect these thoughts,…
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College depression is increasing. According to the Cooperative Institutional Research Program annual survey, The American Freshman: National Norms Fall 2014, 9.5% of the 150,000 students polled frequently felt depressed during the past year. This is up from 6.1% in 2009. Additionally, 34.6% “felt overwhelmed” school and other commitments. This compares to 27.1% in 2009. It…
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Multiple sclerosis is not the end, and can be the impetus to positive change in your life. While it is a tough, debilitating disease, recent advancements in medicine and psychology have shown vastly improved methods to conquer multiple sclerosis. I have known individuals who had MS for over 30 years, and the quality of their life…
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