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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 […]

Do you promise yourself “just a quick check” of your feeds, only to find yourself 40 minutes later scrolling through earthquake footage, political meltdowns, and environmental disasters? You might be caught in the trap of doomscrolling—and you’re far from alone. “Doomscrolling,” or the compulsive consumption of negative news and media, is a modern habit many […]

Buspirone (also known by the brand name Buspar) is a medication for anxiety. It, like many other anti-anxiety drugs, works by balancing the levels of hormones responsible for regulating your mood. Doctors may also use it to treat a variety of issues unrelated to anxiety, depending on the patient’s needs. Because of its effectiveness, minimal […]

Sometimes, people experience short-term, situational anxiety, such as after a traumatic event that triggers anxiety and insomnia. Medications like lorazepam (also known by its brand name “Ativan”) can help manage those symptoms for short-term relief. Before taking lorazepam, it’s good to inform yourself about how it works, what the likely side effects are, and how […]

Seizure disorders can have a serious impact on an individual’s quality of life, putting them at an increased risk of injury, hospitalization and mortality while taking a toll on their mental health and self-confidence. Clonazepam is a powerful medication that helps to control seizures in both adults and children, helping them lead more stable and […]

Research has shown a reduction in ADHD symptoms in children who use the FDA-approved drug guanfacine. As part of a doctor-prescribed plan of treatment, guanfacine (also known by its brand names Intuniv and Tenex) may help improve your child’s lifestyle and reduce the symptoms of this common disorder. This medication is typically prescribed when stimulants […]

We are lucky to live in an era when mental health is taken seriously and scientifically backed treatments are widely available most of the time. Unfortunately, this was not always the case. In the past, those with mental illness were often made to live in asylums or forced to undergo strange, cruel, or dangerous treatments. […]

Stimulant medications are among the most common treatments for attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Adderall, Mydayis, Dexedrine and Daytrana all belong to this group, but they differ in their ingredients, how long they last and how they’re taken. This guide covers what to know about each one, along with the side effects, precautions and withdrawal considerations they […]

Most people feel uncomfortable when someone stares at them. Sometimes, this discomfort can escalate into anxiety, especially if you’re in a situation where you’re the center of attention. For people with scopophobia—the excessive fear of being stared at—someone watching them can be debilitating. Rather than “just” being stared at, scopophobia can feel as though the […]

Crying is a universal human experience and a normal reaction to several factors. You might cry when you’re in pain, upset, or angry. However, when you keep crying for no reason, something else could be going on. If you break into tears with no explanation, it can be disruptive and embarrassing. The good news is, […]