Anxiety is your body’s defensive response to a triggering moment, such as facing stressful situations or feeling the pressures of the world on your shoulders. It’s common for a person to experience anxiety every now and again. Mild moments of anxiety can often dissipate once the moment has resolved itself or passed, but many people suffer from more heightened or chronic anxieties that linger or seemingly trigger out of the blue when we least expect...
Many looked toward 2022 with high hopes, hoping to see an end to the pandemic and vowing to get back on track. But 2022 had other plans; Omicron, inflation, and currently the tensions with Russia coupled with a host of other issues have people feeling stressed and out of sorts. Things are not looking like most people expected them to when 2022 was on the horizon. Most thought the pandemic would be in the rearview...
**Content Warning: This article discusses domestic violence. If you are experiencing domestic violence, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1.800.799.SAFE (7233) for support and resources.** Marriage is often seen as a blissful union and represents the undying commitment of love that two people have for each other. However, marriage doesn’t always lead to happily ever after. With so many couples going to marriage counseling and filing for divorce, the perception that marriage is...
Though mental health is becoming an increasingly important topic, certain demographics are often overlooked. One subject that does not have enough discourse is the mental health of men and boys. Men have unique challenges with their mental health due to stigmas around the subject and the encouragement of toxic masculinity in society. These issues not only harm the mental health of men but also prevent them from getting the care they need. This article aims...
**Content Warning: Please be advised, the below article mentions topics that include prescription medication, abuse of medication, and addiction. The information found in the article is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health providers with any questions you may have.** With more people caring for their mental health, many consider medication as a treatment for their conditions and disorders. However, medication is not the...
Menopause is a major transition for many people. It begins around the middle years (40s and 50s) and can for a few years. This is a long transition and can result in some major physical and mental health changes. The effects of menopause on mental health are not as understood by the public as its effects on physical health. For example, many people don’t realize that menopause may develop or worsen mental health conditions such...
Do you sometimes wonder if you need social anxiety treatment? Fortunately, it is more accessible than ever before. Here is what you need to know. If you find it difficult to meet new people and to engage in conversation, you may be struggling with social anxiety. Social anxiety is a fairly common mental illness, with an estimated 7.1% of American adults suffering from it. However, many people suffer in silence rather than asking for help....
The role of a project manager is notorious for requiring long hours and creating a poor work/life balance. Juggling the demands of multiple parties and hitting deadlines can involve a lot of work. The stress of being in charge of a big project can take its toll, many end up leaving the profession because of it. So how can you stay balanced as a project manager? How do you avoid burnout? Here we cover some...
What do people do when they hear to no end from friends and family that they’re too much of a pushover in life? They may try to find assertiveness training sessions in Melbourne that will help them to tap into a new sense of confidence and strong communication that will help them get what they want out of life. What they’re really trying to do here is acquire a new personality trait that people find...
Drug users are often chasing a high, and in that pursuit they become completely single-minded, never even thinking once about what these substances are doing to their bodies and brains. Those who find themselves feeling helpless might book in for drug counselling and treatment around the Perth area, or wherever they live. Many that do seek help do so because they’ve come to see and acknowledge the damage being done. Here are a few of...
