Nearly everyone hides their feelings from time to time. There are many scenarios that this can happen such as, your partner reveals something at a family gathering you asked them to keep private. You’re upset and embarrassed, but you pretend everything’s fine until you get home, where you can talk alone. You don’t want to […]
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Maintaining a positive frame of mind is beneficial both, mentally and physically. Although it sounds appealing and seems the obvious and proper choice in which to conduct ourselves, maintaining a positive mindset needs to be exercised and practiced. Science is showing that there are a variety of ways to retrain our brains to achieve a
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California, with its diverse beauty and vibrant communities, faces unique challenges when it comes to accessing mental health and intervention services. For families seeking support for themselves or their loved ones, the journey can feel overwhelming. Let’s take a clear-eyed look at the resources available in California, focusing on early intervention services and mental health
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Regular cannabis use can be linked to an increased risk of anxiety and depression. But most research seems to have a focus on the link between psychosis and cannabis.Using cannabis can increase the risk of developing psychotic illness, including schizophrenia. There is an overwhelming amount of evidence to show a link between the use of stronger cannabis and psychotic illnesses,
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Regular cannabis use can be linked to an increased risk of anxiety and depression. But most research seems to have a focus on the link between psychosis and cannabis.Using cannabis can increase the risk of developing psychotic illness, including schizophrenia. There is an overwhelming amount of evidence to show a link between the use of
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The holiday season is often synonymous with joy, warmth, and togetherness. However, for many, it can also amplify feelings of loneliness. Remember, the holiday season is an opportunity for self-discovery and growth. Embracing solitude doesn’t mean isolation. It can be a powerful journey toward understanding yourself better and finding joy in your own company. If
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Alcoholism, or addiction to alcohol, is an increasing problem for women. In general, women are more prone to alcoholism compared to men based on their body compositions. Because women tend to weigh less than men and alcohol remains in body water, an average woman can consume the same amount of alcohol as an average man
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While autumn is full of beautiful colors in many parts of the world, it’s also the bringing in of shorter days and colder weather. Combined, these things are the perfect recipe for seasonal blues which can take a toll on mental health.As the days get shorter, try some of these strategies to keep your mental
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For many people, gambling can be a pleasant, controlled activity that they can casually take part in. However, other individuals need to be careful, as gambling as a leisure activity can quickly develop into a compulsive disorder.The difference between these two types of people has nothing to do with mental strength – there can be
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Denial is a type of defense mechanism that involves ignoring the reality of a situation to avoid anxiety. Defense mechanisms are strategies that people use to cope with distressing feelings. In the case of denial, it can involve not acknowledging reality or denying the consequences of that reality. If you are in denial, it often means that
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