Starting therapy is a big step in your mental health journey, and you may not know what to expect during your first therapy session. By knowing the expectations, your first visit may be more comfortable and help you feel more at ease. There are various types of therapy and providers, all with varying levels of […]
Tag Archives: stress
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Jan
Jan
Many know that stress negatively affects mental health, but what happens to the body? Your physical health can be at risk if prolonged, intense stress is never addressed. Those with chronic stress may feel restless at night, have unexplainable sickness, and have trouble focusing on daily activities. Physiological Impact of Chronic Stress on the Body […]
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Dec
Dec
Not everyone experiences a joyful and cheerful holiday season. Numerous individuals grapple with stress stemming from work, life adjustments, relationship status, exams, financial challenges, and the demands of travel. The prefrontal cortex, responsible for managing thoughts and emotions, becomes particularly active when confronted with multiple tasks. Holiday stress is also known as “acute stress,” which […]
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Nov
Nov
Young adults, aged 18-25, often undergo life changes during the transition from high school to adulthood. This period is marked by diverse experiences, including pursuing higher education, forming families, embarking on new careers, and facing uncertain futures. Feeling apprehensive about these life transitions is a common and completely normal experience. Some struggles many young adults […]
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Oct
Oct
Stressing for college exams? Are you prepared? College stress levels can be at an all-time high this time of the year. With it being mid-term exam season, how do you know it’s time to get some help? Difficulty concentrating, irritability or low mood, unmotivated, fatigue, having less fun than normal, changes in appetite or sleep? […]