Tag: stress
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These Last Few Years Have Been Heavy
These last few years have been heavy. There’s really no other way to put it. For me, and for so many others, it feels like life has been one long…
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When Life Unravels: The Weight of Years Since 2019
Since 2019, life has been an unrelenting series of challenges, losses, and upheavals. Each event seems to pile onto the last, compounding exhaustion, grief, and emotional weight. From personal tragedies…
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Living in Fear: How the Rise of Public Violence Threatens Our Mental Health
The other day, September 11, 2025, the day after Charlie Kirk was shot, I felt a chill watching the news and scrolling through social media. Not just because of the…
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The Psychological Toll of Government-Sanctioned Media Censorship
In the wake of a controversial decision regarding CBS News, the imposition of a “bias monitor” by the government or corporate interests represents more than just a shift in the…
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The Mental Toll of Spoiled Food: How Rotten Produce Feeds Food Insecurity and Anxiety
When produce spoils too quickly or arrives already bad, the consequences go beyond just wasted money or ruined meals — it impacts mental health in deep, often overlooked ways. Food…
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How to Manage Anxiety During Stressful Situations: Tips for Finding Calm in Chaos
Anxiety can be overwhelming, especially in stressful situations. Whether you’re preparing for an important presentation, dealing with a tight deadline, or navigating a difficult personal conversation, stress often triggers anxiety.…
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Findings Fridays #10: The Role of Sleep in Mental Health: Mechanisms and Therapeutic Interventions
Introduction Sleep disturbances are both symptoms and contributors to various mental health disorders. Understanding the bidirectional relationship between sleep and psychiatric conditions is crucial for effective intervention. Sleep and Mental…
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Findings Fridays #9: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): Pathophysiology, Symptoms, and Treatment Innovations
Introduction Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a debilitating mental health condition triggered by exposure to traumatic events. It affects roughly 7-8% of the population during their lifetime and is characterized…
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Findings Fridays #8: Anxiety Disorders: Types, Neurobiology, and Evidence-Based Treatments
Introduction Anxiety disorders represent one of the most common categories of mental health conditions, affecting approximately 18% of adults annually. These disorders encompass generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), panic disorder, social…
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