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Mental Health

Exploring the Brain’s Activity During a Flow State

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What do artists, athletes, gamers, and surgeons all have in common? They can enter a mental state of “flow” that enhances focus on the task at hand. However, they are not the only ones. According to the Mayo Clinic, anyone —…

Understanding the Dyslexia Diagnosis in North West Region

Kim Kardashian and North West

Having children can be fun, especially when it comes to spilling the tea. Typically, you only have to worry about your toddler telling the Target cashier about your birthmark. But, when celebrity children spill the tea, it’s for the whole…

Is it possible to have an excess of serotonin in your body?

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Not having enough serotonin has been linked to conditions like depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder, according to Cleveland Clinic. But can you have too much serotonin? Serotonin is an important chemical that naturally occurs in the body. Known as…

Neurodivergent vs. Neuroatypical: Understanding the Contrast

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If you’ve spent any amount of time on social media lately, you may have come across the terms “neurodivergent” or “neuroatypical.” While there’s a lot of buzz, particularly through user-generated content and videos, not many are clear on what these…

The Benefits of Stress Balls for Your Health

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Coming in different sizes, shapes, and colors, stress balls may resemble a child’s toy at first glance, but these cushy objects are not solely intended as a plaything. Rather, stress balls are tactile tools designed to help alleviate stress, anger,…

SSRIs vs. MAOIs: Understanding the Key Differences

Woman taking pill with water

Antidepressant use is widespread in the United States. From 2024- 2025, 13.2% of American adults had used them in the past month, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Antidepressants are the top treatment for depression. And…

All About Smiling Depression: What You Should Know

woman holding smiley post-it

Despite our best efforts to understand those around us, it isn’t always easy to gauge a person’s mental or emotional state just by observing their facial expressions or body language. On any given day, you might walk past one or…

Is Zoloft Safe to Take While Breastfeeding?

Mother breastfeeding baby in bed

Postpartum mood disorders are fairly common, affecting 13% of people who give birth in the United States, according to a survey from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Screening for depressive symptoms both before and after childbirth is…

The Key Distinction Between Depression and Anxiety

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Anxiety and depression are both incredibly common mental health issues. The World Health Organization states that more than 264 million people worldwide suffer from depression, making it the world’s leading cause of disability. One in five adults (and one in…