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Even the best relationships can sometimes get derailed. If you are struggling to keep things going in a friendship, pick up the phone and give your friend a call. Do not try to keep it bottled up inside. Do not suffer in silence. If you reach out to someone, you give them the opportunity to lean on you, too. If you need a friend to talk to, reach out. Why It is Important to Reach Out, Even When You are Scared There are times in life when we feel fear. It is normal to feel fear and to be afraid, but it is how weRead More →

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Often times we find ourselves in a spot where we feel either lost or stuck. It could be that we are unsure of where we want to head in the future, or it could be we feel stuck and unsure as to why that is. Sometimes, we receive messages that we are not listening to, or we are used to a certain way of living, and the message or idea contradicts our life as it currently is. Finding yourself and realizing where you are or where your life is headed is not always easy, but it can be done. Knowing yourself, realizing what you need,Read More →

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In recent years the attitude toward mental health has grown positively and is now seen as just as important as physical health. When we prioritize mental health we are doing ourselves a serious benefit by keeping our emotional health at a good level so that life doesn’t get on top of us and cause more issues. Whilst the stigma of mental health has mostly been pushed aside for people to feel freer in their expression of how they feel, there are still problems when it comes to taking a mental health day at times when they are needed. Today, we will discuss why mental healthRead More →

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Talking about your mental health can be tough, especially if you aren’t familiar with the concept of “mental health.” However, having friends in your life that understand the challenges you face can be a great help. You may be able to help a friend deal with mental health problems or support them when they are on their own. Questions to Help People Talk About Their Mental Health How have you been? Greeting someone with a “How have you been?” is a common phrase, and it’s a great opportunity to show interest, warmth, and concern. It’s a nice way to start a conversation, and with theRead More →

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More than one-third of American adults battle anxiety at some point in their lives, and roughly 15 percent have anxiety disorders. They are no joke, with symptoms including worry, irritability, restlessness, being easily startled, and feeling hyper-vigilant. Being diagnosed doesn’t mean that the feelings will go away forever, but it does mean that there are ways to manage them and keep anxiety from interfering with your daily life. Here Are Ten Ways to Keep Going with Anxiety: Positive Attitude. A positive attitude, or outlook, will help you on good days and bad ones. It’s truly a mindset. Anxiety is an emotion. When we experience it,Read More →

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Anxiety and depression medications work in different ways, and your doctor will work with you to find the one that works best for your body. Anti-depressants work by increasing a chemical in the brain called serotonin, which is related to feelings of happiness. They also have a quick effect, often with only a few days of dosage needed to see a decrease in symptoms. Anti-depressants can be taken either alone or in combination with anti-anxiety medications. Anxiety and depression are two of the most common mental illnesses in the United States. In fact, 18.5 million adults in the U.S. suffer from anxiety, whereas 16.9 millionRead More →

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Mental health conditions are treatable and manageable. It’s possible to overcome mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, phobias, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and personality disorders with therapy, medication, or both. But let’s be clear: Mental illness is serious. It should not be ignored. Mental health can be a tricky topic to talk about, especially for younger generations. But it’s important to discuss it because mental health affects everyone, and it’s important to find strategies that work best for each of us. Sharing your feelings is the best way to help your loved one or friend and reflect on your own coping skills. Moreover, there isRead More →

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Mental health disorders are very real, and millions of people experience them in the United States alone. But sadly, mental health problems are still stigmatized, meaning that people with mental health concerns are often kept from seeking treatment or treated unfairly when they do. According to the CDC or Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, people in America are twice as likely to have a mental illness as to have cancer. Yet, despite these numbers, most people with mental health concerns still fear getting help. As a result, the mental health system is often misunderstood, with many people thinking it’s for “crazy” people. The stigmaRead More →

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CBD, or cannabidiol, is popular lately due to its non-psychoactive (“line of thought”) and medically beneficial properties. CBD is one of the hundreds of compounds present in the cannabis plant. Meanwhile, CBD has shown to be a powerful anti-inflammatory, there’s no reason not to use CBD in other ways, like to relieve anxiety, sleep, or even reduce pain. CBD (Cannabidiol) has made its way into a wide variety of products recently, including food, drinks, and even lotions and salves. Such products can be purchased from cannabis dispensaries or from online stores, such as Amuse, in states where the use of cannabis-based products is legal. ThereRead More →