Mental Health

In the wake of COVID-19 — during which misinformation ran rampant and health-related fear-mongering relegated people to their homes, derailing everyday life across the globe — it’s no surprise that the idea of getting sick became a source of anxiety…

Obsessive-compulsive disorder, also known as OCD, is a chronic mental health condition in which a person experiences unwanted or intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions). Not everyone with OCD will have both obsessions and compulsions, but many do. According to WebMD, obsessive thoughts…

At some point in our lives, most of us have been knocked out by a virus. We know what it’s like to be so tired we can barely make it from bed to the bathroom, to be so achy that…

Neurodivergent is a term being used more and more lately, but what does it mean? It might sound synonymous with mental health issues or intellectual disabilities, but it’s not. In fact, neurodivergent isn’t a medical term at all, according to…

Vitamin D supplements may help treat symptoms of clinical depression, according to a recent meta-analysis published in the journal Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition. To better understand the link between depression and vitamin D supplements, an international team…

It can be scary if you haven’t been feeling like yourself lately, and it could be even more intimidating to reach out to someone for help. However, speaking with a doctor at the first sign of something being off is…

If you’ve ever thought about learning a second language, there are plenty of reasons to do so. The World Economic Forum points out that learning a new language can provide many benefits, including having an easier time navigating your way through…

For those who suffer from depression, being tired might feel like a neverending reality. Fatigue is one of the most common symptoms of depression, and it can also be one of the most frustrating. Feeling lethargic and low-energy can contribute…

A stressful day can easily carry into your evening. You might want to binge-watch television, purge on potato chips, or open that bottle of wine. These options might feel good in the short-term, but they might leave you more stressed…

Antidepressants are commonly prescribed to treat the symptoms of depression and other mood disorders by influencing the way the brain produces serotonin and other neurotransmitters. Like any other medication, antidepressants must be taken only as prescribed. Taking too many can…