People use different coping strategies when dealing with stress and other overwhelming emotions. Some people use substances such as drugs...

You probably remember a time in school or out shopping when you wanted to ask for help, but stopped yourself. You might have even had a p...

Low self-esteem has become an epidemic in this country, and one that negatively impacts our quality of life. Feelings of unworthiness can...

For many of us, when we think of a treat or a reward, our minds turn to food: our favorite chocolate cake at the local bakery, or a big, ...

Having confidence helps individuals achieve greater success in life. When someone believes they can accomplish something, nothing can sto...

Few things zap your energy the way a stressful day can. Stress is known to reduce our levels of serotonin and dopamine- neurotransmitters...

Mindfulness is the practice of being aware of your body and feelings in the present moment. If you’re silent for a moment, you will notic...

You’ve probably heard of mindfulness meditation, but what exactly is Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)? This form of therapy use...

A great many alcoholics are also suffering from major depression. Because alcohol can feed our brain’s serotonin receptors, it can make s...

When we speak about addiction, we tend to think of drugs and alcohol. But there are many seemingly benign activities that can become an a...

Should people with depression date? If the person feels emotionally strong enough, then yes of course they should date!

While it will be challenging, it’s not impossible to make sure you take care of you.