Who hasn’t been swept up by a powerful emotion, and then ended up paying the price for overreacting? Whether our emotions are positive or negative, they can have damaging effects […]
Mental Health
5 Causes of Depression in Women
Women can experience hormonal fluctuations from the moment they start menstruating all the way up to menopause which can contribute to symptoms of depression. The feelings of stress, disappointment, ineffectiveness, […]
3 Ways to Stay Motivated When Struggling with Depression
Depression can deplete your energy levels and zap your motivation. Not only is vivacity reduced as a result of depression, but you probably aren’t sleeping well either. That lack of […]
5 Activities that Help Reduce Stress
There is no doubt we live in a highly stressful world. In recovery, learning how to reduce stress is an essential relapse prevention action, as stress is a common trigger […]
Five Meditation Techniques to Help Manage Stress
Because daily stress or highly stressful life events are associated with an increased risk of relapse, learning how to better manage our emotional states becomes an essential tool in recovery. […]
Your Choice of Words Can Help Break Mental Health Stigma
For too many, stigma remains a significant barrier to those who might otherwise seek treatment for mental health issues. The words and terms still in use today that portray mental […]