A blog about mental health and wellbeing
The origins of depression have long been studied and pondered by researchers and psychologists. In Massachusetts, scientists at MIT recently postulated that pessimism, for example, is influenced by stimulation of a brain region known as the caudate nucleus. Among the
Read More Why Depression Shouldn’t Be Reduced to a Mere Chemical Imbalance in the Brain
The link between drinking and mental health is well established. A recent New Jersey study labelled it a “major health concern” affecting youth in the state, noting that ease of access to alcohol was associated with increased mental health issues
Whether it’s fashion brands such as Zilli or essentials like Walmart or name brands like Hermes, we can’t deny that more and more retailers both big and small are beginning to offer their goods and services online. Online shopping is
Read More With the Click of a Button: Why Online Shopping Is Becoming the Default
If you are thinking of cementing your love and commitment for a loved one (or yourself) without breaking the bank, cheap promise rings are the way to go. Here is what you need to know before making a decision. Why
Read More Cheap Promise Rings: The Perfect Way to Show Commitment
With millions of people using search engines to find products and services every day, having an effective search engine presence is essential for brands that want to succeed. Since the advent of search engines, search engine optimization or SEO has
As cannabis becomes increasingly accepted and widespread, the variety of cannabis products on the market are growing by the day. Cannabis dispensaries now offer hundreds of different products from buds to edibles and CBD tinctures. For users of medical cannabis,
The figures on drug and alcohol addiction are sobering. For one thing, 21 million Americans suffer from drug or alcohol addiction and 1 in 7 Americans are expected to suffer from substance addiction in their lifetime. Even worse are the
Read More Winning the Fight Against Drug and Alcohol Addiction
If you are dealing with both substance abuse and a mental health issue, you may have a co-occurring disorder, or dual diagnosis. Tackling dual diagnosis is never easy, but having the right support and treatment will help you get your
Read More The Connection Between Substance Abuse and Mental Health
Seeing a person you love battle drug and alcohol addiction is difficult. Watching them struggle through the physical, mental, social and professional changes that addiction causes while being uncertain about their future could feel like a nightmare. The first thought
Read More Helping a Loved One Suffering from a Drug or Alcohol Addiction
Not only does alcoholism affect the individual who is abusing alcohol, but it also takes a toll on family members and loved ones. Having to watch someone you care about struggle with a drinking problem can be both upsetting and
Read More Here’s How to Help Someone Struggling with Alcohol Addiction
