There is an overwhelming body of research around the negative physical health effects of excessive weight gain. Obesity has been linked to many life-threatening conditions, including diabetes, cardiovascular illnesses, hypertension,…
Cognitive Healing Posts
Codependent people often have trouble functioning on their own and instead base their thinking and actions around other people, substances, or processes. Codependent behavior can be quite destructive and is linked…
Given how the pandemic has dramatically altered our lives, it’s no surprise that so many people are suffering from heightened anxiety and stress. According to studies conducted by the American…
Taking an exam can be a nerve-wracking experience for many people. It’s natural to feel overwhelmed and suffer from moments of stress. Many students find that these feelings o act…
Election season has always come with a bit of frenzy and stress—but with so much going on, the 2020 election came with more baggage than ever. We’ve seen devastating floods,…
Antisocial personality disorder (ASPD) is a mental health condition that causes people to fall into behavior patterns that harm others for their own gain. People with ASPD are sometimes called sociopaths…
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,…
According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, specific phobia and social phobia are the most prevalent anxiety disorders in the United States, affecting the lives of over 19…