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 […]
Author Archives: Restore Mental Health
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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 […]
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Your body and mind are more connected than you might think. When one struggles, the other often follows. Stress can trigger migraines. Depression can sap your energy. Chronic pain can lead to anxiety. In this article, we explore how physical health affects mental health and how you can take actionable steps to improve your overall […]
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Stress and anxiety are prevalent issues today. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), around 12.5% of people over the age of 18 report regularly feeling nervous, worried or anxious. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) notes that around 83% of workers in the United States report work-related stress, with more […]
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In the early 1990s, Heather Locklear was a rising star on television’s Melrose Place. The fantastical, romance-laden evening soap tackled a wide range of topics, including substance abuse and mental health. In the decades since, Locklear’s life has followed the same trend as she’s struggled with mental health and addiction challenges — often with the […]
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Manic depression, now more commonly referred to as bipolar disorder, is a common mental health condition marked by extreme shifts in mood, energy and activity levels. According to Johns Hopkins, approximately 9.5% of American adults live with some form of depressive illness, including bipolar disorder. While the term “manic depression” is sometimes used casually to […]
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Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental health conditions, affecting millions of people each year. The CDC reports that 12.5% of American adults experience an anxiety or depression disorder in any given year. When symptoms of anxiety become overwhelming, they can disrupt daily life, relationships and overall well-being. In severe cases, inpatient therapy for […]
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Approximately 4% of the global population struggles with an anxiety disorder, but the prevalence in the United States is much higher. Here, almost 20% of adults have been diagnosed with anxiety disorders, and many more struggle with overwhelming and debilitating feelings of worry and fear. If someone you love is struggling and you’re not sure […]
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Learn about depressive episodes, what they are and how long they last. Discover how Restore Mental Health can help you recover from depression and anxiety. Depression is a mental disorder that affects people from all walks of life. A 2023 Gallup Poll found 29% of American adults have been affected by depression at some point […]
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Feeling fear is a normal part of life. It’s your body’s way of reacting when something happens that makes you feel scared or uneasy. The fear response primes your body’s systems to fight, flee or freeze. But what happens when there’s no current danger? When feelings of fear and dread aren’t related to a specific […]