For years, school bullying has been dismissed as “character building” or just part of the everyday growing-up experience. For victims of this type of harassment, the experience is much more than unpleasant. The trauma can last for years and alter a person’s mental health, self-esteem and ability to trust others. While the causes of bullying […]
Author Archives: Restore Mental Health
Post-traumatic stress disorder is a common condition. According to the World Health Organization, 3.9% of the world’s population has experienced PTSD at some point. When most people think of PTSD, they think of survivors of violent trauma. However, the condition can be triggered in many other ways. In this article, we answer some common questions […]
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You may have read about the practice of a “dopamine cleanse” in mental health-related content online. The term might sound catchy, but it’s really shorthand for taking breaks from certain activities to support your well-being. With smartphone addiction on the rise, a dopamine detox plan could sound appealing. In fact, one study revealed that 56.7% […]
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Mental health is a universal human experience that transcends fame, wealth and social status. For decades, these challenges remained shrouded in silence and stigma, but a profound cultural shift has emerged through the courageous voices of celebrities talking about mental health and sharing their most vulnerable moments. There are many celebrities who’ve become unexpected yet […]
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Group therapy is often maligned, especially in rehab, as being cheap — and not as good as individual one-on-one therapy. This is especially true among the more masculine cohort coming from the law enforcement and first responders community. The truth is that some of the most essential breakthroughs happen among peers. This article is about […]
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Picture this: You check your bank account balance multiple times a day, obsess over every small purchase and still feel like you’re not doing enough to secure your financial future. It’s an exhausting loop of anxiety and second-guessing, but for many people, it feels like the norm. This state of “money dysmorphia” goes beyond typical […]
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Post-traumatic stress disorder is a complex mental health condition that can profoundly impact a person’s daily life. In the United States, roughly 6% of the population will suffer from the effects of PTSD at some point in their lives. While every person’s experience with PTSD is unique, the triggers that can spark intense emotional and […]
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We’ve all heard the phrase “helicopter parents.” This term, coined in the 1980s, has been used for many decades to describe the overprotective, overinvolved parents that were common at the time. However, a new type of parenting style has become the latest concern: snowplow parents. What Is Snowplow Parenting? Snowplow parenting, also known as lawnmower […]
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If you struggle to control your emotions or become easily overwhelmed, past trauma may be at fault. Traumatic experiences can have a long-lasting impact on mental and emotional health, affecting your ability to manage your emotions or reactions in certain situations. This is called emotional dysregulation. Emotional dysregulation is a common symptom of post-traumatic stress […]
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While death is a natural and inevitable part of life, it doesn’t make it any easier when we lose someone close to us. Humans are social creatures; we derive meaning from interpersonal bonding, and our relationships are part of who we are. Grief is a normal response to losing a loved one. Over time, most […]