Excessive worry is never good for anyone. However, for individuals with generalized anxiety disorder, constant stress and worry can interfere with their ability to live an ordinary life. The condition affects nearly 7 million people in the US, according to the Anxiety & Depression Association...
In our last blog, we focused on how to get through the holidays while maintaining sobriety. The holidays, which are touted as such a wonderful time of year, often cause more stress and emotional upheaval than actual joy for many of us. I spoke with a...
Research suggests that vegan food can play an important role in helping how we feel mentally and emotionally....
Resilience means the ability to bounce back from a crisis rather than succumb to negative thinking and despair. Like a flower growing in the desert, resilient people can blossom even when life is difficult. ...
The little pink pill known as Addyi, or flibanserin, was released in August 2015 and is due to be released October 17. Will it change women's lives the way Viagra changed the lives of men? Many are calling it the “female Viagra.” But is...
The sweet taste and soft texture of the donuts were like heaven - pleasure in every bite! But soon, she was unable to feel how full her stomach was becoming; in fact, it seemed she was unable to feel at all. ...
Omega-3 deficiency, according to researchers, has a direct effect on mental health disorders such as ADHD, bi-polar disorder, and depression. One way to increase Omega-3s in your diet is by taking daily supplements of fish oil or algae. A more natural alternative is to include...
If you sign up for this free online course, you will be able to increase your knowledge and understanding of how to eat for better health....
Try a Meditation App for improved health in the new year. Meditation, or mindfulness practice, is well known to calm the mind, decrease the symptoms of stress, reduce anxiety, lift the spirits, and help with concentration and focus. ...
Sleep is absolutely crucial to good physical and mental health, yet most of us don't get enough of it. One key is to shut off TV, computer and phones a half hour before bedtime....