Mental Health

Effexor(Venlafaxine) approved by the FDA to treat depression, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), social anxiety disorder (SAD), and panic disorder (PD). When the time comes that you are able to...

The word "inspire" literally means to "breathe (life) into" something or someone; to "enliven." Some people seem to be naturally full of vibrancy and that people find...

A positive mental attitude can be a powerful force to enable you to improve your life. Taking a positive approach to life gives a person increased energy and confidence to accomplish tasks and...

Trying to change your thinking in order to increase your happiness will not work all the time but there are some steps one can apply in situations where it is apparent that your thinking may be...

It is not always easy to stop having feelings of guilt. We all have them from time to time. It is when these feelings start affecting our health and lives that we must learn to control them.

Obsessive-compulsive disorder is an anxiety disorder characterized by obsessions and compulsions. For example, your loved one may be obsessed with the idea of germs. Her obsession may drive her...

Kleptomania is a relatively new psychological disorder (recognized in the 1960's) related to obsessive compulsive behaviors. Kleptomaniacs are unable to resist the urge to hoard or collect items...

Many of us have forgotten how to relax. The precious little time we have to ourselves away from work or with our family is spent worrying about money or work. Some of us are so stressed or high...

Grief is like an emotional injury. It hurts us at the very core of our being. The loss of a loved one can be as painful and devastating as any physical injury that a human being can sustain. But...

Research is in! If the numbers on your scale have been climbing each year, one reason could be due to changing sleeping patterns. According to an article in Remedy's Fall 2009 issue, "Nap...

They are the world’s best actors. They are the most charming of everyone you know. They will keep you smiling from ear to ear. They are dazzling, funny, witty, and seductive. They are...

More drugs that treat anxiety and depression have been introduced in recent years. They are in three categories--anti-depressants, benzodiazepines and buspirone. The trend for multiuse drugs has...

ADHD can be frustrating for physicians because of the intense cognitive demands required for their career. The inability to manage symptoms can result in serious consequences; a missed detail in...

It is natural to feel unsure of yourself when you learn that something in your life is going to change. However, being fearful to the point of avoiding changes or unpredictable situations all...

Bipolar disorder and dysthymia are both chronic mental disorders that share some common features though they are separate disorders.

Schizophrenia is a chronic mental disorder characterized by symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions, disorganized thoughts and speech, and cognitive, behavioral, and movement disturbances....

If you try to ignore anxious feelings and thoughts, they usually escalate. That is because ignoring or denying your fears does not make them go away. In fact, there is often a progression from...

Health anxiety, also known as hypochondria, is a medical condition that's marked by persistent thoughts of dieing and various physical ailments. Health anxiety can be a debilitating disease but...

Dopamine is a neurotransmitter with a vital role in several functions of the brain: sleep, mood, motivation, behavior, reward, cognition, attention and voluntary movements. As a result, any type...

Play therapy is a modality often used with children. It can be used for a number of different experiences and conditions that children may endure. It is especially effective to use play with...

How many times in the past week have you found yourself debating a point and, after several barbs, you leave the argument deflated and upset? Have you lost more arguments than you have won?...

When a person with bipolar type II starts to experience symptoms of the illness, it can be difficult to know how to find relief. The reality of dealing with episodes and emergencies can feel...

Codependency occurs when a person focuses on another's behavior and problems as a means of avoiding his own issues or pain. It is common for friends and family members of alcoholics or drug...

In a non-stop world that bombards people with information from all angles, it's easy to find yourself feeling agitated and stressed. The keys to managing in these tough times? Recognize what's...

If properly treated, an individual with bipolar disorder can lead a normal life both professionally and personally. However, common symptoms which accompany episodes may warrant a few restrictions.

"Addictive personality" is a catch-all term that is used to describe people who tend to become psychologically dependent on outside influences. Although substance abuse, including drugs or...

The term "addictive personality" is used to describe those with a tendency to become dependent on substances or situations. Part of certain addictions, such as alcoholism, is physical dependency....

Everyone is looking for the meaning of happiness. What is happiness, though? We all probably have different ideas of what it might be. Some people think money is happiness. How can money change...

My article is about ending your addiction to Marijuana. From the article you will learn the cold hard truth about ending your addiction.

The power of positive thinking is immense. Positive thinking is what separates the happy, productive people from the sad, depressed, unproductive ones. The power of the mind is a gift that can be...

Depression can be compared to a canker sore that eats away at your soul. You want to get out of bed but you can’t. You want to be happy but you’re not. Platitudes such as “You’ll be alright” and...

It's important to take breaks and change routines in life. We all need at least short breaks, or weekend breaks for example to help clear our minds. Taking breaks are important to our mental...

This is a real easy, basic, free meditative exercise to help you reduce stress and anxiety whether at work or at home. Read on to learn how to Meditate Using Imagery to Reduce Stress Easy

Managing stress and anxiety is not impossible and can sometimes be done right in the chair you are in right now. This is a good muscle meditative technique to reduce stress. Please read on to...

Hi! Do you find yourself stressed out while paying your credit card or by job pressure or the way the kids are behaving or ??? This is an easy technique called Diaphragmatic breathing. It is...

Being diagnosed with a brain tumor means you are going to need a great deal of support. Organizing a brain tumor support group can help provide this additional support for you and your group...

Unemployment is quite stressful and those who find themselves at such a point need support. When job security is lost, the former employee experiences increased stress. Along with this rise in...

A lot of people have a fear of interacting with others. This fear can make people feel scared of talking to people they don't know, feel scared of being rejected, feel less confident in themselves...

Bipolar disorder is a mental illness categorized by unusual mood patterns, shifts in energy and thought processes. It's also referred to as manic-depressive illness. Not everyone that suffers with...

Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is characterized by refusal of requests, blaming others for behavior, irritability, vindictiveness and problems with anger management. This pattern of relating...

Anxiety is a general term which includes social anxiety, post-traumatic disorder, phobias and the most common, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). According to the Anxiety Disorders Association of...

Dealing with having bipolar disorder can be challenging. There are two primary phases associated with bipolar disorder: mania and depression. Both phases have multiple symptoms that can be hard...

Mental health providers offer services to help you and your family cope more effectively with psychological and behavioral problems that interfere with your quality of life. A mental health...

Trying to find a therapist can be a daunting process. However, the potential benefits of therapy are considerable, including relief of symptoms such as depression and anxiety, improvement in sleep...

There can be many reasons you need to end a counseling relationship with a client. The reason could be something as simple as a relocation, or something more complicated like a conflict of...

When a person experiences physical or emotional stress as the result of a situation, this is often classified as anxiety. According to Health Guidance, one of the most common forms of anxiety is...

This how to is about how to calm down when your angry, from readings that were done and experience from other people, these are my own words though.

There is usually something that everyone has an issue with. It can be something common like fear of heights or public speaking. Other times it can be something more specific and stunts our natural...

This is an article on how to be a great uncle.

Some people belong to a gym to keep their bodies in shape, but what about the mind? The brain needs stimulation to stay in shape too. This is one part of the body you don't want to neglect. Here's...