Tag: health
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Suicide Prevention Month: ADHD and a Risk We Need to Talk About
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a time to remember those we have lost, support people who have experienced suicidal thoughts or behaviors, and make sure people know where to turn when they need help. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) recognizes September each year as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, with an…
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ADHD in Women: 12 Signs That Often Go Undiagnosed Until Adulthood
For many women, ADHD doesn’t look like the stereotype. There may have been no bouncing off classroom walls, constant disciplinary problems, or obvious hyperactivity. Instead, ADHD may have looked like daydreaming, procrastination, losing things, staying up all night to finish assignments, or working twice as hard as everyone else just to stay organized. Some women…
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Do I Have ADHD? Signs of ADHD in Adults
Do you start things but struggle to finish them? Lose track of time? Forget why you walked into a room? Put off simple tasks until suddenly they become emergencies? Maybe you can focus for hours on something that interests you—but answering an email you’ve been avoiding for three days feels nearly impossible. At some point,…
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Complex PTSD and the Nervous System: Understanding Trauma Through a Polyvagal-Informed Lens
When your body keeps responding to danger long after the danger is gone, it can be difficult to understand what is happening. You may know intellectually that you are safe, yet your body doesn’t seem to agree. Your heart races. You become hypervigilant. Small changes in someone’s tone can feel enormous. You may shut down…
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Heart Rate Variability (HRV): The Secret Language of Your Nervous System
When most people think about heart health, they focus on Heart Rate—the number of times your heart beats per minute. However, there is a much more nuanced metric that offers a direct window into your mental health and resilience: Heart Rate Variability (HRV). What is HRV? A healthy heart does not beat with the mechanical…
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Why Your Mind Needs to “Air Down” Before the Trail Gets Rough
If you’ve ever taken a rig off the pavement and onto a washboard forest road or a rocky shelf in the high desert, you know the feeling. At highway pressure—say, 35 or 40 PSI—the ride is efficient and fast on smooth asphalt. But the second you hit the dirt, that same pressure becomes your worst…
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Navigating Anxiety After the Inauguration: A Time of Uncertainty and Change
Inauguration days are often full of hope and anticipation, signaling a new chapter for a country or organization. They bring with them the promise of change, the optimism of new leadership, and the belief that a better future is on the horizon. But for many, the days following the inauguration can also bring an unexpected…
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Harnessing the Healing Power of Nature: Tools for Anxiety Relief
In today’s fast-paced world, many of us grapple with feelings of anxiety and stress on a daily basis. While modern medicine offers a plethora of treatments for managing these symptoms, there’s a natural remedy that often gets overlooked: nature. Research has shown that spending time outdoors and immersing ourselves in the natural world can have…
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Exploring Concierge Therapy: Personalized Mental Health Care for Modern Living
In recent years, there has been a growing trend towards personalized and convenient healthcare services, and mental health care is no exception. One emerging approach that has gained popularity is concierge therapy. This unique model of therapy offers tailored and flexible mental health support to individuals seeking a more personalized and convenient treatment experience. In…
