Anxiety in teens is becoming increasingly common. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, it’s estimated that close to 32% of teens aged 13-18 will have an anxiety disorder.  It may be a difficult topic to discuss, but avoiding the topic won’t make it go away. Helping teens with anxiety understand how to manage their stress can teach them to navigate things they’ll likely face throughout adolescence, and even into adulthood. It’s important to also understand the differences between talk

Anxiety and depression are two of the most common mental health conditions we see. And though they’re frequently confused, they’re actually different classes of disorders. Some of the confusion stems from an overlap in symptoms and in the fact that they often co-occur. But despite sharing some symptoms, there is a significant difference between anxiety and depression in the actual definition of each condition.  On a high level, anxiety involves excessive worrying or stress about the outcome of a situation. talk

If you’ve ever asked yourself how do I know if I have ADHD or anxiety, you’re not alone. It’s not uncommon for people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) to be diagnosed with an additional mental health condition. In fact, according to the National Resource Center on ADHD, more than 66% of people diagnosed with ADHD have at least one other mental health condition.  ADHD and anxiety can have many overlapping symptoms, so it’s important to understand which is having talk

Therapy can be hugely beneficial and empowering. Taking charge of your life and getting professional help navigating any of the challenges you may be facing — mentally or physically — can always be a good thing.  But how do you know if seeing a therapist is right for you? Fortunately, there are some pretty concrete signs that’ll let you know if you should consider seeking help for your mental health care. Keep reading if you’ve been recently wondering: Do I talk

Even under the best circumstances, certain aspects of your divorce process are probably going to be difficult. At the end of the day, you’re dealing with a loss, and getting through that can be tough. With the right tools, information, and resources, you can learn how to deal with divorce in the healthiest way possible.  Whether you’re deep in the grieving process or handling divorce stress in the early stages, we’re here for you. Read on for practical tips about talk

When someone has obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), they’re overwhelmed by recurring images or OCD thoughts they can’t control. These obsessive thoughts can cause them to behave in a compulsive manner as they try to suppress those thoughts.  Knowing how to deal with OCD is hard, but it can be done with the right support. That’s why learning how to help someone with OCD is so important. Caring for someone with OCD is easier if you know more about the mental talk

Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) can become all-consuming, and you may feel like your entire days become filled with it. It’s estimated that OCD affects about 1% of adults in the United States. This mental health condition causes uncontrollable excessive thoughts, obsession, and the urge to act on compulsive behaviors that are often irrational. It can be an overwhelming, frustrating, sometimes frightening anxiety disorder that you feel like you can’t escape.  “Having OCD is not your fault. It’s not a character talk

Life after divorce can be hard, regardless of how badly you may have wanted out of your marriage. Even if you know that your separation is ultimately a positive thing, you’re still grieving a loss and divorce recovery can be difficult. And it’s okay to acknowledge that. It’s really the only way that you’re going to be able to learn how to cope with divorce and overcome the loss. Understanding first and foremost that divorce can be incredibly painful and talk

Mental health in the LGBTQIA+ community is something we need to talk about. Why? The answer is simple. The lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or questioning, intersex, and asexual or allied (LGBTQIA+) population has staggering statistics surrounding mental health and wellness. In fact, according to recent studies: A reported 48% of LGBTQ youth engaged in self-harm, and 40% have considered suicide, within the last year. LGBTQIA+ youth are two times more likely to report extreme feelings of hopelessness or sadness talk