General Mental Health
A Sunny Disposition: Sunlight and Mental Health
Too much direct sunlight on your skin can be harmful. But moderate exposure to the sun’s rays is vital for physical and mental health. The natural cycles of daylight and darkness, known to science as “the circadian rhythm,” control the release of important mood-altering hormones in the brain. Exposure to sunlight triggers production of…
Read MoreWays to Deal With Insomnia (Naturally)
5 Natural Remedies For Insomnia Insomnia is one of the biggest problems facing people today, with 30% of the population reporting some symptoms according to a National Sleep Foundation survey. Insomnia can increase anxiety and depression, reduce your productivity, and cause serious health problems over time. Getting to sleep can feel impossible for some people,…
Read MoreIt’s Not Just for Kids! 5 Ways Coloring Promotes Wellness in Adults
Coloring will always be a favored hobby among children. It’s a perfect activity for those who are stuck in the house on a rainy day, a great way for a hungry kid to pass the time waiting for their food at a restaurant, and an exceptional way to unwind before bedtime. Coloring allows children to…
Read MoreTame Your Temper with These Anger Management Tips
Don’t Let Your Anger Get Away From You! Anger is a common emotion that most people experience periodically. However, sometimes anger can turn destructive and lead to a variety of unhealthy behaviors. It can also undermine your quality of life and strongly compromise your feelings of well-being. If your anger has been taking a toll…
Read MoreSubstance Abuse Disorder and the Shame Game
There’s a sickening pattern playing out in how society reacts to and treats its fellow comrades suffering from substance use disorder. Take basketball star Lamar Odom, for example. Found at a Vegas brothel recently, unconscious, close to death with cocaine in his system and a long track record of drug abuse, Odom has been called…
Read More5 Reasons New Year’s Resolutions Fail (And How to Make Sure Yours Won’t)
Do you find yourself making the same New Year’s resolutions year after year–lose weight, stick to a budget, declutter the house? You join a gym, buy a book about organization…but by February you are still living paycheck to paycheck, the new book has disappeared into the paper pile on the dining room table, and you…
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