If you have ever had excessive worrisome thoughts, a pounding chest, sweating, shaking, rapid breathing, or feelings of tension or nervousness then you may have experienced anxiety (per Mayo Clinic). Anxiety is part of the normal human condition, but it…
Many people use teeth whitening products to get a bright smile. However, it can be trickier to whiten your teeth when you have braces that cover some of the surface area of your pearly whites. There are a few things…
Oral health is one of the best investments a person can make, and home care options are more plentiful than ever before. With everything from specialized flossing tools and water picks to electric toothbrushes and tablet toothpaste, there is a…
Despite how common anxiety is, it’s easy to get some things wrong when thinking about the disorder. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, anxiety affects about one in five American adults, making it the most common mental…
The health benefits of water are widely-known and accepted, but what about the positive effects of watching water? Whether it’s a coastal environment, a lake in the mountains, rivers, or a swimming pool, blue spaces are a well-kept secret to…
Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, the need for mental health care in the United States has been increasingly in demand. From mental illness to substance abuse, getting adequate mental health care is just as important as primary care. And yet…
As National Mental Health Month approaches, mental health issues such as anxiety and depression will move into the spotlight. According to Youth.gov, National Mental Health Month was established in 1949 as a way for Americans to be more aware of…
Just one-third of the 450 million people worldwide living with a mental illness seek treatment, according to the Anxiety & Depression Association of America (ADAA). That’s why the month of May is dedicated to breaking the mental health stigma by…
In a 2024 narrative review published in the Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care, researchers noted that instability, anxiety, stress reactions, and psychological trauma are often seen in individuals, as well as communities, following a natural disaster. In an…
Have you ever been nervous before a dentist appointment? If so, you may be familiar with nitrous oxide, more commonly known as laughing gas. Dentists often relieve patients’ anxiety by mixing oxygen and nitrous oxide and administering it through a…