Work-related stress affects everyone, even those who are passionate about what they do. Some people are able to cope with everyday stress, some aren’t. The truth is that stress is always going to be present regardless of the nature of work.
Studies show that in the United States, job-related stress remains the primary source of stress in adults.
What do Oprah Winfrey, Stephen Colbert, and Kourtney Kardashian have in common? These celebrities suffer from anxiety, a normal reaction to stress that can cripple a person both emotionally and physically when it gets out of hand.
In a 2013 interview, Winfrey, dubbed as “the Queen of All Media”, revealed that she almost had a nervous breakdown due to anxiety.
Everyone experiences sadness, an emotion often triggered by difficult situations or events like losing a loved one or breaking up with one’s partner. It’s perfectly normal to feel sad, and there are numerous studies proving that sadness has benefits.
Overdiagnosis of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has become a serious concern in the US. According to a study by Susanna Visser study, there was a 42% increase in the prevalence of ADHD from 2003 to 2011, which doesn’t necessarily mean that many children and adults actually developed ADHD. Many criticized the findings and believed ADHD is highly misdiagnosed.
There are joys and triumphs in raising children. But whether you’re a new parent or have had kids for years, you know that parenting also comes with challenges. Every parent does his or her best to provide and care for their children, but fathers or mothers who are diagnosed with depression, however, deal with even greater obstacles.
Last week I was in the grocery check-out line when I noticed several of the magazines made referencing to mindfulness on their front covers. Rarely does a day go by when I don’t see or hear some mention of mindfulness in news or popular culture. And no, I don’t live in an ashram.
Being in a relationship means you no longer have full control of all your decisions. Whether it’s choosing a movie for date night or accepting a job offer in a different city, it’s often necessary to involve your partner in the decision-making process.
Pregnancy loss is one of the most devastating events that can happen to anyone. Mothers may be traumatized over losing a new member of the family and find it extremely difficult to move on.
Experiencing a miscarriage can either make you stronger or it can leave a lasting impact that keeps you from healing emotionally.
It’s completely normal to feel anxious about getting married, changing jobs, or taking the bar exam. There are people who find these major life events stressful and anxiety-inducing yet still able to function normally. Then there are those who find it difficult to deal with these events and experience crippling anxiety.
Perhaps you’ve heard of psychotherapy as a way to cope with a devastating life event or as a treatment for a lingering mental health problem, but aren’t sure if it’s right for you. To be honest, its success actually depends on several factors, including the therapist’s level of expertise and the patient’s engagement.