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From Likes to Stress: The Effects of Social Media on Teen Mental Health
Social media has plenty of benefits. It’s a great way for teenagers to stay connected, share life experiences, and more. But, multiple studies have shown that the effects of social media can take a toll on the mental health of teenagers.
Helping Teens with Anxiety: Creating a Supportive Environment at Home
It can be difficult to see your teenager struggling with anxiety. But, consider everything they might have on their plate.
Signs of Depression in Men
Recognizing the signs of depression can be challenging, but it's a crucial step to getting someone help.
How Does Male Anxiety Affect Relationships?
When one partner grapples with anxiety, it can cast a shadow over the relationship dynamics. Male anxiety, in particular, presents unique challenges that can profoundly impact both partners involved.
The Legacy of Trauma: Understanding How Trauma Can Be Passed Down
Think about all the things you can inherit from past generations. If the last thing you think you can inherit is past trauma, you aren't alone.
What Is Complex Trauma?
While trauma in itself is complex, there is a more specific type of trauma referred to as C-PTSD, or complex post-traumatic stress disorder. If you haven't heard of this type of trauma, you aren't alone.
How Trauma Can Cause Addiction in First Responders
Experiencing trauma, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), is something that many first responders will inevitably go through. It's an emotional response to a highly distressing event or situation.
The Signs & Symptoms of Social Anxiety
Social anxiety, also known as social phobia, is a very common challenge under the anxiety umbrella that impacts individuals in social settings. This anxiety can manifest in a number of ways and trigger a variety of symptoms.
Panic Attack vs. Anxiety Attack: What's the Difference?
The terms panic attack and anxiety attack have become very interchangeable terms in modern mental health discussions. While they do share commonalities and have overlapping symptoms, the two, in fact, do describe different conditions.
Knowing the Difference Between Grief & Depression
Both grief and depression are common human emotional experiences, characterized by sadness. They share similarities and may often be mistaken for each other to some degree.
What Is Complicated Grief?
Many people who experience a loss will typically notice a gradual decrease in the intensity of their pain in ensuing weeks and months. However, there are some individuals who will experience what is called “complicated grief.”
Car Accidents and the Connection With PTSD
Studies show that roughly 22% of people develop PTSD after being involved in any type of car accident.