Ten Signs of a Mental Health Disorder You Cannot Ignore
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Mental illness wears many faces. It’s the mother struggling to smile and get out of bed most days. It’s the [...]
Can’t Forget? Forgive and Accept. Understanding the Benefits of Forgiveness.
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Anger, hatred, and regret are intangible emotions that can cause very tangible physical effects on your body. When harbored inside, [...]
Dogs Are Good for Our Mental Health
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In addition to living a healthy lifestyle through diet and exercise, owning a dog or being around dogs can also [...]
Breaking a Bad Habit for Good
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habit noun hab·it | \ ˈha-bət \ : a settled tendency or usual manner of behavior a : an acquired [...]
Bad Habits? How to make a long lasting change
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Nearly everyone has some habits or behaviors they would like to change about themselves. However, the old saying that it [...]
The Difference Between Guilt and Shame
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The emotions of guilt and shame are often used interchangeable, however, these emotions are distinct. According to Psychology Today, guilt [...]
Is there a link between obesity and depression?
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Studies have shown that obese people are about 25% more likely to experience a mood disorder such as depression compared [...]
Are you SAD? Signs you may have Seasonal Affective Disorder
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In Western New York, we are smack dab in the middle of winter. Shorter days, cold temperatures, lack of sunlight, [...]
5 Benefits of Group Therapy for Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders
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Group therapy is a form of psychotherapy where one or more therapists work with a small group of individuals. Participants [...]