The social stigma around substance use disorder frequently makes people uncomfortable about sharing their experiences. The idea that somebody will react to finding out about your affliction is understandably terrifying,…
Category: <span>ADHD</span>
While it may be impossible to pin down a clear-cut definition of “consciousness,” the general understanding amongst the scientific and medical community as well as the general public is that…
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a disorder that some people develop after experiencing a dangerous, scary, or shocking event. It’s only natural to feel fear both during and after a traumatic…
The concept of codependency has been used for several decades by mental health professionals to understand personal relationships and inform their practices. While it’s a complex and somewhat contested concept,…
We live in a fast-paced world where everything has become about competition. The media has set so many false standards to live up to that most people end up belittling…
We all experience lows from time to time, but we typically go back to our normal routines eventually. However, for people who struggle with depression, this low mood lingers, affecting…
Black Swan, Psycho, American Psycho, Good Will Hunting, Taxi Driver, and scores of movies depict how obsessed Hollywood is with mental illness. On the one hand, it’s a good thing…
Sometimes it’s relieving to know that most of your life struggles with impulsive behavior and hyperactivity are because of ADHD. A diagnosis strangely validates your experiences and reassures you that…
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, 73% of the population experiences glossophobia—the fear of speaking to a large crowd. This is much more severe than stage fright. Inexperienced…
Look in the mirror and think about what you see. Often, we disregard our beauty and strength because of what we’ve been told our whole lives. How others perceive us…