When it comes to our physical health, many of us understand the importance of prevention. We go for annual checkups, take vitamins, and try to eat well to avoid illness down the road. But when it comes to our mental health, it’s common to wait...
Have you limited your communication and interactions with a family member, or stopped them entirely? If so, you’re not alone. According to statistics published by Psychology Today, over 25% of the U.S. population is currently estranged from a family member, and more than 43% have...
How to Prepare for Your First Mental Health Therapy Appointment Taking the step to schedule your first therapy session is a courageous and empowering move toward better mental health. Whether you're feeling anxious, uncertain, or hopeful, it's completely normal to have questions about what to...
Anxiety can show up suddenly or build slowly over time. It might look like racing thoughts, a tight chest, or the feeling that something is wrong, even when you can't explain why. Whether it's tied to a specific stressor or seems to come out of...
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can cause a person to have recurring, unwanted thoughts and urges (obsessions) and/or repetitively perform certain actions (compulsions). But did you know that there are numerous types of OCD? Below are five of the most common forms of this disorder. 1. Checking...