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Depression

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Depression (major depressive disorder) is a common and serious medical illness that negatively affects how you feel, the way you think and how you act.

Diabetes and Mental Health

Diabetes and Mental Health: Understanding the Connection

Diabetes is a chronic health condition that affects millions of people worldwide.…
  • Linda M.
  • February 8, 2023
  • 4.6K views
  • 4 minute read
What Is Colorism

What Is Colorism?

Colorism, or skin-tone discrimination, can show up in the media, in your…
  • Linda M.
  • October 13, 2022
  • 4.5K views
  • 2 minute read
anxiety

How to Recognize an Anxiety Attack

Anxiety can occur when a person fears that something bad is going to happen. It is a term that refers to a feeling of fear or anxiety, often related to a particular problem or concern.
  • Linda M.
  • September 13, 2022
  • 4.6K views
  • 6 minute read
Prenatal Anxiety

What is Prenatal Anxiety?

Pregnancy brings many changes, and in some cases, anxiety may occur or worsen. Complications during a person’s pregnancy can exacerbate anxiety symptoms. However, there is a range of treatments that may help.
  • Linda M.
  • September 9, 2022
  • 2.4K views
  • 4 minute read
Stress Make You Sick

Can Stress Make You Sick?

Stress is your body’s response to an actual or perceived threat. Some stress is good for you and drives you to take action, like looking for a job when you’ve been fired.
  • Linda M.
  • September 4, 2022
  • 2.1K views
  • 3 minute read
Bipolar Disorder

How Can Exercise Help Bipolar Disorder?

Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition that can cause low, depressed…
  • Linda M.
  • September 1, 2022
  • 3.5K views
  • 4 minute read
Anxiety Rash

What to Know About Anxiety Rash

Anxiety can increase the release of certain chemicals in the body which then cause physical reactions. It can cause skin rashes or hives, which can occur anywhere on the body. Learning to manage anxiety can help treat and prevent anxiety disorders.
  • Linda M.
  • August 31, 2022
  • 2.4K views
  • 3 minute read
male suicide

What to Know About Male Suicide

Worldwide, suicide — or taking one’s own life — is more prevalent among males than females.
  • Linda M.
  • August 27, 2022
  • 1.3K views
  • 3 minute read
Stress Vs Anxiety

Stress Vs. Anxiety: How to Tell the Difference

Stress and anxiety are a natural part of the fight or flight response and the body’s reaction to danger. The purpose of this response is to ensure a person is alert, focused, and ready to deal with a threat.
What to Know About a Headache on the Left Side

What to Know About a Headache on the Left Side

In this article, we explore what can cause a headache on the left side, how to treat it, when to contact a doctor, and when to receive emergency care.