Monthly Archives: December 2025

What is Self-Isolating PTSD

Understanding Self-Isolating PTSD

The link between post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and isolation due to social anxiety is undeniable, and many people living with PTSD withdraw from the community because of intense feelings of anxiety. If you have a loved one who’s been diagnosed with PTSD and notice signs of social withdrawal, it’s important to understand how to approach […]

What is Internalized Capitalism and How it Affects Your Self Worth

Understanding Internalized Capitalism, Impact on Mental Health

In today’s world, many people view constant productivity as a virtue. Thousands of articles and videos focus on the merits of “hustle culture,” which prioritizes ambition and output over work-life balance. Internalized capitalism is the process of adopting these values. Although some people are motivated by a focus on productivity, constant pressure can lead you […]

The Rise of AI Companions: Can a Bot Help Your Mental Health?

The Rise of AI Companions: Can a Bot Help Your Mental Health?

Artificial intelligence is slowly finding its way into mental health care. One example is the chatbot companion, a type of AI that can chat with users and give empathetic advice when prompted in the right way. For some people, these digital companions are a way to ease loneliness or manage anxiety when human help feels […]

Online Communities and Socialization

Online Communities and Socialization

You’re in a Discord server with hundreds of members who share your interests. You’ve never met them in person, but you talk to them every day. They get your jokes. They understand your struggles. Is this healthy? Can online socialization truly replace in-person connections? Digital communities offer both remarkable benefits and real risks. How Online […]

Social Media Fatigue: Constant Connection Making us Anxious

Social Media Fatigue: Constant Connection Making us Anxious

You reach for your phone before your morning coffee. You check Instagram while waiting in line at the grocery store. You scroll through TikTok during commercial breaks. By evening, your eyes hurt, your mood feels off and you can’t quite pinpoint why you’re so exhausted. If these scenarios sound familiar, you’re not alone in feeling […]