Mental Health

Self discipline skills come in handy on a daily basis. It has the power to eliminate procrastination, laziness, and an unproductive mind state/lifestyle. You have to start slow and gradually work...

Bipolar and ADHD are two different conditions that represent different characteristics. However, it's possible for both to coexist at the same time in the same individual. If you've been diagnosed...

Everyone needs to relax sometimes!

Melatonin is a hormone produced by the pineal gland, a small cone-shaped structure in the brain. It is available over the counter in the United States as a dietary supplement. It is a powerful...

Falling asleep quickly is a goal for many of us. We want to fall asleep, and be sleeping so we can get the recommended 8 hours. Just like setting a routine for our children to help them fall to...

Tiredness refers to general fatigue or sleepiness, while brain fog means confusion or a decrease in cognitive abilities. Both can result from many different conditions.

For many people with Anxiety disorders, hope isn't a word commonly used. The side effects from the different anxiety medications can be worse then the disorder itself. In this article I will talk...

Lack of sleep can affect the release of cortisol into your system. When we are sleep deprived, our cortisol levels tend to rise. This, in turn, affects our sleep patterns in a negative way and...

Dr. Todd B. Nippoldt of the Mayo Clinic explains that "adrenal fatigue is a term applied to a collection of nonspecific symptoms, such as body aches, fatigue, nervousness, sleep disturbances and...

As we all know, sleep is essential to our general, physical and mental well-being. Sometimes, especially when under stress, sleep can seem elusive. I hope these tips are helpful, if you are one of...

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...

So you’re staring at those blue, glowing numbers that read 4:05am. You’ve been tossing and turning, staring at the ceiling. You can’t shake the stressors of the day that have come to haunt you...

After anesthesia, feelings of both physical and mental fatigue are common. Recognizing the symptoms is the best way to rule out other possible causes of fatigue and will allow you to anticipate...

Many people want to know if they are suffering from an anxiety disorder. Some want a way to investigate prior to seeking help from a trained professional. Self tests are a way to gauge your...

If your eyelids are drooping and you’re already on your sixth cup of coffee, it’s time to look at why you’re feeling so tired in the first place. Read on for some simple steps to help you stop...

When a bad night of sleep makes you cranky, you don’t feel good. Whether you wake up most days after a good night of sleep or you have insomnia and never feel rested, everyone is at some time in...

For some, the problem with sleep isn’t necessarily falling to sleep when you go to bed, but rather staying asleep. This is not really uncommon for infants, but adults who are having trouble...

Ever had difficulty falling asleep? There are several things that can cause sleeplessness. One of the most annoying problems that people have is going to bed and simply staring at the ceiling or...

Bipolar disorder is a mental illness characterized by severe mood swings between depression and over-elation known as mania. Children with bipolar most often exhibit anger, aggression, impulsivity...

Anxiety syndrome is a modern phenomena that has reared its head because of stress and cut throat competition of today's world. If left untreated, this can become a major problem and completely...

I am not a doctor however I have made a big part of my career educating the public on the value of sleep. It is a fact that over 70 million Americans suffer from some form of insomnia. Now most...

Bipolar disorder is a condition where a person's mood severely fluctuates between mania (highs) and depression (lows). Environmental conditions can either exacerbate or lessen the symptoms to...

No one enjoys experiencing the symptoms of panic or anxiety. Individuals who have difficulty with anxiety symptoms will want to do everything possible to keep them from flaring up. Avoiding things...

Our world places enormous demands on our mental abilities. We must continually expand our mind and memory capacity to adapt to this ever-changing, information driven society.

You want to increase your body's levels of serotonin without relying on artificial substances. You can change your daily habits, which will help you boost your serotonin levels. Increasing some...

Zolpidem, sold in tablet form under the name-brand Ambien CR, is a prescription medication used to treat chronic insomnia. Zolpidem is slightly more specific in its method of action than...

A demanding job. Relationship problems. Money woes. So many things in our lives can cause us stress. We often forget that stress can be a good thing, as it is a natural result of our body's "fight...

Bipolar disorder often requires medication management as part of the treatment plan. It can take several months, or longer, to find the correct dosage and combinations of medications for an...

Everyone has stress. It's how you deal with stress burnout that counts. Research shows that the window of opportunity is small during which you can reverse the effects of stress on your body....

Anxiety is a collection of negative emotions which includes excessive worry about upcoming situations, feeling out of control and the inability to focus on important matters due to your worrying...

A certain level of anxiety is normal in most people. Being anxious for performances, business meetings and life-changing events is nothing to worry about. However, some people suffer from anxiety...

Anxiety is a pesky problem for many Americans. It is a state of mind in which an individual is plagued with thoughts of fear of real or imagined danger. Along with anxiety, an individual may...

Many people are so driven in their professional lives that they may push themselves to the point of mental exhaustion. Feeling worn out is bad for your immune system, your mind, even your...

Everyone has probably experienced that when they sleep better, their entire day is happier, healthier, and more productive. Unfortunately, it is not always so easy to get the restful sleep that...

When you dream at night your subconscious mind is at work. Your dreams provide you with a look into yourself, a way to learn from your life. Dreams connect the mind, body and spirit. Here I will...

We all probably know people who are constantly upbeat, happy, and energized everyday. Do you ever wonder how you can feel more like this on a daily basis? There are many easy and simple ways to...

Millions of people have a problem falling asleep at night. Here are several simple steps you can take to ensure that you will have a fulfilling night of sleep.

Irritability is, quite frankly, irritating. No one wants to feel constantly bothered by even the smallest things. Being irritable makes it difficult to do daily tasks and deal with people. Yet...

Don't want to count ceiling tiles tonight. Read on for the following tips to wake up refreshed and well rested.

Friends are you suffering from social anxiety for many years now? Social phobia or you might say is another name for social anxiety. People that are diagnose with social anxiety are absolute sure...

Insomnia is estimated to affect more than half of the U.S. adult population and can take several forms: difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep, waking up too early or waking up feeling...

Stress is part of our daily life. The key is to acknowledge the fact that stress exists and develop good habits to deal with it. Here are some tips anyone could follow to easily cope with daily...

Ambien is a prescription medication used to treat insomnia and other sleep problems. It is classified as a sedative-hypnotic that helps induce sleep by increasing the chemicals in the brain that...

Anxiety is a state of uneasiness, agitation or worry and affects a significant percentage of the adult population at some time in life. A good night's sleep -- or a lack of sleep -- will have an...

Bipolar disorder (or manic depression) is characterized by excessive mood swings. These swings range from highs (mania) to lows (depression). The best way to determine if you have this disorder...

Symptoms of anxiety are similar to stress and usually result from long-term stress. Physical symptoms like muscle twitches, problems concentrating, tiredness and increased heart rate may accompany...

First of all allow me to state the fact that I am not a medical doctor and am in no way trying to dispense medical advice. If you are suffering from severe depression seeking profession medical...

Serotonin is a neurotransmitter in the brain that helps regulate your body's ability to sleep, resist pain and feel good. Low serotonin levels contribute to depression, anxiety and anger. Although...

Millions of Americans struggle with sleep anxiety every night. Sleep anxiety is an anxiety disorder that disrupts or eliminates peaceful sleep. Attacking the problem of sleep anxiety can often be...

Dream anxiety disorder, commonly known as nightmare disorder, is characterized by frequent distressing nightmares from which a person wakens completely. Dream anxiety disorder is rare, but it can...