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The DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual) describes depression as a set of persistent behaviors and feelings (symptoms) that negatively impact an individual’s daily life. Some flags of depression include  loss of appetite, decreased energy/increased sleep patterns, and having less interest in one’s life. Feelings of worthlessness sometimes lead to self-imposed isolation. For people experiencing depression, seeking professional…

We all make decisions every day. A lot of them we may not even think about, because we don’t see more than one option. But ask yourself, how many times do you avoid making decisions that will actually improve your life? Not just the big stuff like going back to school to get a better…

Are you struggling with anger? Do family and friends around you feel scared of what you’ll do when you get angry? Anger management classes might be the best route to go when you are looking to get in control of your anger. Here are four great reasons to sign up for an anger management class today. Develop Community:…

What Is Midlife? According to Psychology Today, midlife is the time that spans from, approximately, age 40 to age 60. Some people may begin to see changes as young as 30, the age will vary with each person. Making this transition can be a real struggle for some. However, with a little guidance and encouragement,…

The concept of forgiveness can be a hard one to grasp. “They don’t deserve it.” You may think. “I don’t deserve it.”  Might be another thing eating you up.  Creating a rhetoric in your head accusing and belittling. You realize the way you’re viewing the world or yourself is causing more harm than good. You…

In the world of mental health disorders like OCD, anxiety, and depression plague a huge part of the world population.  Due to the commodity of these disorders, they have become the most studied and most successfully treated mental health issues. Usually psychiatrists will prescribe medication to help combat negative and unwanted thoughts, but how do…

Viewers across the nation watched through their fingers as “Big Ed” from 90 Day Fiancé recently told his partner, Rose, that he’d had a vasectomy and was unwilling and unable to have children. The reality star, who has been the source of a lot of internet buzz, was not met with a very positive response,…

One of the best ways to avoid debt is to live within your means. Don’t buy unnecessary items just because it’s on sale, and be sure to put aside money for emergencies every pay period.  Another thing you can do is seek out new ways to earn more income in addition to your regular job. …

Panic, by definition, is when a person feels that his or her fear is overpowering all other logical and reasonable thought processes. This type of response usually occurs during a stressful or formidable situation and is completely natural; although, this type of emotion occurring at high rates and for no obvious reason can become problematic. In…

Whether you have lost a loved one or are supporting a loved one through their loss, know that everything you are feeling is normal. We have all heard there are stages of grief we must go through to reach clarity, but it isn’t always that easy. Grief can take a toll on your mental, physical,…