Mental health & psychology are keys to happiness. These mental health archives feature anxiety, stress, loneliness and more.
We like to think that when tragedy strikes, those who survive should count their lucky stars for not being among the ones who were less fortunate. That’s not always the case. When dealing with tragedy, there’s no telling how you might react. Maybe you feel grateful that you survived, grieve those who didn’t, and try … Read more
Do you know someone who has Asperger’s syndrome or who is on the autism spectrum? If so, then this list might be able to help you understand them better. We have gathered 25 of the best movies about Asperger’s and autism. Some are from the autistic person’s point of view, while others are from the … Read more
Many of us face normal fears and worries on a day-to-day basis. But when your worries interfere with your everyday life, it could be something more than just normal stress. Furthermore, if you’ve lived through a traumatic event and find yourself struggling to cope, you might be suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD. PTSD … Read more
Over the years, the word psychedelic has come to be associated with drugs like LSD, since it describes a state of consciousness that is characterized by hallucinations and transcendence. But “psychedelic” is so much more than that. The word literally means mind-revealing and consciousness-expanding. While it is true that some people use drugs for this … Read more
Managing PTSD is a challenge for millions of people. PTSD can cause severe stress and anxiety and interfere with everyday work, family life, and social relationships. However, positive affirmations for PTSD can help people deal with their symptoms and improve their happiness and enjoyment in life. Why Affirmations for PTSD are Important Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder … Read more
ADHD can significantly impact mood, happiness, and mental health, and the true scope of the effects are underestimated and understudied. For adults dealing with ADHD, positive affirmations for ADHD can help to address many of the problems and impacts of this condition. Why Affirmations for ADHD are Important to Find Success ADHD affects an estimated … Read more
Almost everyone has fleeting thoughts that are uncomfortable and unwelcome. However, these thoughts are prominent, prolonged, and upsetting in some people. When these uncharacteristic thoughts last for a long time and are a cause of distress, they are called “intrusive thoughts.” As many as 6 million people in the US suffer from intrusive thoughts, and … Read more
One thing I have learned in my life is that I can’t control what others do, I can only control my own actions and thoughts. I have been in many situations that were not ideal, and I have had to choose how to react. I am sure you have too. We can’t always control our … Read more
Let’s say you have five tasks on your to-do list. You take a sip of coffee, look at each task, and after a couple of minutes, you already know how to start your day. Even though you’re not fully aware of the process, during those couple of minutes, your mind does a detailed analysis to … Read more
We don’t always understand our parents, even when we are grown and have kids of our own. Yet, there will be times when our elderly parents become more irrational than usual. That’s just reality. Whether it is due to a loss of mental faculties or aging, parents can become beyond difficult… and handling temper tantrums and … Read more