Humans are emotional beings. Our brains are hardwired to feel emotions in response to the events we experience. We are born with six basic emotions: sadness, anger, joy, fear, surprise, and disgust. Not only is recognizing these emotions crucial to our existence but knowing how to express our emotions appropriately is essential to our mental…
Spring has long been recognized as the season of fresh starts and new beginnings, symbolized by growth and new life. A time when we organize our homes, tidy up our yards, and re-seed planters. It’s also a great time to do a little “spring cleaning” of some of the mental dirt we accumulate in our…
Anxiety is a natural response to stress that can alert us to danger, keep us attentive, and enable us to respond quickly in emergencies. Anxiety can also help motivate us and help us be more prepared for challenges. However, anxiety can also be debilitating. Excessive, persistent anxiety that interferes with daily functioning is likely an…
Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions among Americans. Experiencing feelings of sadness and loneliness from time to time is a normal reaction to life’s events, and, for most people, these feelings come and go in relation to what is happening in their lives. Depression is a constant feeling of sadness and…
Studies show that more than 10 million Americans have bipolar disorder, impacting men and women equally across all races and socioeconomic classes. Bipolar disorder can present at any time, but the average age of onset is around 25. Individuals who have bipolar disorder will cycle through periods of mania and depression that can significantly impact…