If you are struggling with mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, or stress, you may have considered seeking therapy. Therapy is a powerful tool to help you cope with challenges, improve your well-being, and achieve your goals. However, you may also fear therapy holding you back from taking the first step. You are not … Read more
Focalin and Ritalin are two common options for treating ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). These stimulant medications both belong to the same class of drugs called methylphenidates, which work by increasing the levels of dopamine and norepinephrine in the brain. These neurotransmitters are involved in attention, motivation, and impulse control. So, by boosting their activity, … Read more
ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) can be diagnosed by various healthcare professionals, including psychiatrists, physicians, and psychologists. Some can also treat ADHD by prescribing medication, including physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants, under a physician’s supervision. Since ADHD can sometimes be challenging to treat and diagnose because it mimics other mental health conditions, ADHD training … Read more
Do you feel frustrated, misunderstood, or disconnected from your partner? Do you wonder why you keep having the same arguments over and over again? Do you long for more intimacy, passion, and joy in your relationship? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are not alone. In this article, you will learn … Read more
We’ve known for many years that creating art can benefit the brain. When you focus on a creative task, such as drawing or painting, you boost serotonin in the brain, a chemical associated with feelings of wellness. Technological advancements are taking this idea of art being beneficial for the brain to exciting new levels with … Read more
Hims is a health platform for men that’s easy to subscribe to if you’re looking for therapy and medication to treat mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression. It also provides additional health services, such as sexual health and hair loss treatments. Hims offers therapy sessions at a flat rate of $99 per session, … Read more
You see a spider in your bedroom and freak out. You can’t leave your house to attend a party because your social anxiety skyrockets whenever you try to meet new people. If you have an intense fear or phobia, it might feel like you’re alone or people don’t understand you. But there is therapy available … Read more
When you want to know the temperature in the room, you might reach for a thermometer. The SUDS (Subjective Units of Distress) scale is an example of a tool that helps you to measure your anxiety – think of it as a thermometer to gauge your mood! It’s beneficial for helping you feel greater control … Read more
If you’re having a difficult time and need to speak to a professional therapist, things that might prevent you from seeking help include the inconvenience of setting up a face-to-face session or the stress of expressing your thoughts to a complete stranger. Online therapy services can help you to navigate such issues. Elsewhere on Healthy … Read more