Author Archives: Restore Mental Health

Growing Up with a Parent’s ADHD

Growing Up with a Parent's ADHD

Does my mom have ADHD? That’s for a professional to diagnose, but children can see the signs. Parents with ADHD often struggle with tasks that impact their children. While in some cases it’s diagnosed and treated, a parent with undiagnosed ADHD may not understand why some things are so difficult. Executive functioning deficits can mean […]

Take Back Your Mental Health from Social Media

Take Back Your Mental Health from Social Media

Most of us use social media regularly. In 2022, 82% of the U.S. population described themselves as currently using social media. It’s accepted as a standard practice and constantly at our fingertips thanks to our mobile phones. However, in the last few years, there’s been a shift in the conversation about social media’s effects on […]

The Family’s Role in Supporting Recovery from Addiction

The Family's Role in Supporting Recovery from Addiction

Watching a loved one struggling with addiction can be incredibly difficult for their family. For the families of some 46% of American adults — with just over a fifth of those people dealing with the combined effects of alcohol and drugs — it’s common to feel frustration and a sense of hopelessness. Substance abuse disorder […]

Bedtime Rituals for Better Sleep

Bedtime Rituals for Better Sleep

Many people struggle to get a good night’s rest. It’s estimated that 50–70 million Americans have chronic sleep disorders . You might have difficulties sleeping for many reasons; stress, anxiety and mental health conditions like ADHD impact sleep. But whatever the reason, it’s vital to address sleep problems as soon as possible. Luckily, fixing your […]

The Family’s Role in Supporting Depression

The Family's Role in Supporting Depression

Depression is a serious mental health disorder affecting about 5% of the global population . It can severely impact a person’s life and cause a lot of distress for the people closest to them. If someone you love is depressed, you may be experiencing various emotions, including sadness, helplessness and frustration. Watching a loved one […]

The Mental Health Influence of a Romantic Partner

The Mental Health Influence of a Romantic Partner

Romantic relationships can be complicated and involve a lot of effort and compromise. To maintain a healthy relationship, both partners need to display effective communication and conflict resolution skills. This can be even more difficult to do when you’re combating mental health issues. While having a partner can provide comfort and security, it can be […]

How Anxiety and Addiction Overlap

How Anxiety and Addiction can overlap

It’s not uncommon for someone struggling with addiction to also have a diagnosis of mental illness. It’s also not unusual for someone diagnosed with a mental illness to battle addiction. Approximately 32% of individuals with anxiety or depression have a substance abuse disorder. While it’s common for the two conditions to co-occur, it can still […]

Anxiety in Academia: Navigating Stress as a Student

Anxiety in Academia

College is a period of opportunity and self-discovery. But academic life also comes with new challenges and stressors. The buildup of these often results in a debilitating condition: student anxiety. Anxiety among students has grown into a full-blown mental health epidemic. A 2021 study found that over 80% of students reported that they experienced high […]