Mental Health
Grieving is a process that is unique to each person. While it can feel like an isolating experience, many people have gone through such emotions before. Bargaining in grief is a common phenomenon that can add additional complexity to this already difficult period. This guide aims to clarify what bargaining
End of Life Issues
Explore the intricate relationship between grief and depression, including the journey from normal to complicated grief, clinical depression signs, and healing strategies. Learn the differences, treatment options, and support mechanisms for those navigating this challenging emotional landscape.
Mental Health
Are you often left feeling exhausted and unappreciated by your own family? Do you struggle to establish healthy boundaries with certain family members? It’s time to recognize the signs of family taking advantage of you
Mental Health
Disenfranchised grief occurs when one's mourning isn't socially recognized, often due to the nature of their relationship with the deceased or societal norms. It's crucial to acknowledge and destigmatize this grief to support those feeling isolated in their sorrow.
Memory Problems Or Mild Cognitive Deficits
Memory loss is a common sign of dementia, but it can also be caused by other factors such as alcohol abuse, high blood pressure, and emotional trauma. Learn about the early warning signs of dementia and how to test for memory loss with the SLUMS and MMSE tests.
Behavior Modification
Struggling with an aging father who constantly asks for advice on topics you're not qualified to help with? Find tips for handling the situation and maintaining a healthy relationship with your dad.
Caregiver Stress And Burden
A new study from Johns Hopkins University suggests that caregivers may have a lower chance of mortality than non-caregivers, contradicting previous research on the negative effects of caregiving on health. Explore the limitations of the study and the potential benefits of being a caregiver.
Mental Health
Grief is a normal response to loss and is something that we all experience at some point in our lives. It can be difficult to manage because the intensity of emotion often takes us by surprise. Grief can be triggered by death, divorce, job changes, illnesses, natural disasters, and other
Mental Health
Grief is a difficult and complex emotion that can leave a person feeling overwhelmed and helpless. It is something that many of us will experience at some point in our lives, and it is important to understand how it works and how to cope with it in the best ways
Mental Health
Understanding the seven stages of grief can help you navigate the emotional journey of loss. Learn about shock, denial, anger, bargaining, depression, testing, and acceptance, and how each stage plays a role in the healing process. Gain insights to support yourself or others through grief.
Mental Health
Introduction Grief is a complex and deeply personal experience. Each person’s grief journey is unique and there is no one-size-fits-all answer to the question of ‘how long does grief last’? Grief can last weeks, months, or even years — and that is okay. It is important to recognize that everyone
Healthy Aging
Ketamine is an FDA-approved treatment for resistant depression. Its effects are caused by an increase of glutamate in the prefrontal cortex, a part of the brain responsible for attention and emotional regulation. Ketamine strengthens neural activity and awakens the brain.