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Decision Fatigue: When Your Brain Says “Enough!”
Ever feel like your brain is overloaded? You meticulously choose your morning coffee, agonize over the perfect outfit, then reach the office only to struggle with even the simplest tasks? This might be decision fatigue at play. What is Decision Fatigue? Imagine your...
The Silent Struggle: Why Postpartum Anxiety Goes Unnoticed in New Mothers
The arrival of a newborn is a joyous occasion, a time filled with anticipation and promises of a brightfuture. Yet, past the baby coos and celebratory greetings, a silent struggle can unfold for some newmothers – postpartum anxiety. Unlike the more recognized “baby...
Battle Scars Beyond the Badge: Helping First Responders Manage PTSD Symptoms
First responders – firefighters, police officers, EMTs – are the cornerstone of our safety net. Theybravely face danger head-on, confronting traumatic events on a regular basis. However, the weightof these experiences can take a toll, leading to post-traumatic stress...
From Milestones to Missed Moments: How Undiagnosed ADHD Can Fuel Depression
We all know that feeling of falling short. The missed deadlines, the unfinished projects, the naggingsense that we just can’t quite seem to get it together. But for those with undiagnosed ADHD(Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), this feeling can become a...
Creating a Trauma-Informed Workplace
The hustle and bustle of the office environment can eventually break down even the most resilient employees. Beyond deadlines and meetings, many employees carry invisible burdens – the aftereffects of past traumas. While work shouldn’t be a haven for personal...
Utilizing the Gestalt Therapy Chair Technique to Address Anxiety
Anxiety. That unwelcome companion that whispers worries, tightens your chest, and steals yourfocus. We all experience it from time to time, but for some, anxiety can become a constant,debilitating force. Thankfully, there are effective tools to manage anxiety, and one...
Why Anhedonia Remains a Treatment Challenge in Depression
Depression is a complex illness characterized by a web of emotional, physical, and cognitivesymptoms. Among these, anhedonia – the loss of interest or pleasure in activities once enjoyed –stands out as particularly stubborn to treatment. Unlike low mood or fatigue,...
Nurturing Mental Well-Being: Understanding the Mental Health-Informed Workplace
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), depression and anxiety incur a $1 trillion cost tothe global economy. As such, employers are realizing that fostering a supportive environment formental well-being not only benefits employees but also contributes to...
Exploring War with Young Minds: Nurturing Understanding and Empathy
War—a topic laden with complexity and emotion, is often difficult for adults to comprehend, let alone children. However, addressing war with young minds is essential, albeit challenging. How can we engage in these conversations with sensitivity and honesty, guiding...
What is a Parasocial Relationship?
In the age of digital connectivity, the lines between personal and mediated experiences have blurred, giving rise to a fascinating yet complex phenomenon—parasocial relationships. In fact, with how commonplace it’s become, some media personalities don’t just allow the...
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