Autumn’s arrival means brisk mornings, bright leaves, and the excitement of Halloween’s approach. Families plan costumes and carve pumpkins, and neighborhood homes receive eerie makeovers. For those living with PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), however, Halloween...
As winter approaches, the days get shorter, and the nights grow longer. While many of us look forward to hot cocoa and cozy evenings, for some, this change in season can bring about a different kind of feeling—winter seasonal depression, commonly referred to as...
“Stress” and “anxiety” are often used interchangeably, but they’re not the same, and understanding the distinction is important to receiving proper care. Here, we address how each manifest, their impact on mental well-being, and how best to...
We live in a fast-paced world. Work, family, and social obligations have a way of piling up, and this is to say nothing of the importance of maintaining physical health and carving out time to relax, vacation, or simply take a day off. Amid all the hustle and bustle,...
Imagine feeling trapped in your own home, unable to step outside without fear and anxiety taking over. This is the harsh reality for individuals battling agoraphobia—a debilitating condition that can shackle them in isolation. Agoraphobia is more than just a fear of...
Anxiety disorders are increasingly common in today’s fast-paced world. The pressures of daily life, work, and relationships—not to mention an increasingly stressful news cycle—take a toll on even the sturdiest among us and make managing stress difficult....
