We have all seen the commercials for GLP-1s. Ozempic and Wegovy have clearly helped many with their ability to manage type 2 diabetes and weight loss. But what if I told you GLP-1RAs have a place in psychiatry. I know this sounds weird, but research is growing and shows great promise with improvement in many…
Many of us live with intense emotions but for those with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), these intense emotions and quick mood changes can be life altering and control their self image, relationships with others, and how they function in society. BPD is exhausting and sometimes exhausting doesn’t describe it well enough. BPD is widely misunderstood….
Imagine, you had a great day at work, maybe a good dinner out with friends, a brisk walk in the summer heat, all seems well. But when you go to lay down for bed the feeling of impending doom sets in. Your thoughts are racing between what catastrophic event might occur and that one embarrassing…
Can’t sleep? Troubles falling asleep or staying asleep? Constantly exhausted? You’re not alone. Millions of people all over the world struggle with insomnia, but what many don’t understand is how deeply this sleep disorder affects mental health. We often see the relationship between insomnia and mental health creating issues for individuals in day-to-day life, work…
Do I Need An Emergency Room or Is It My Anxiety? Many often ask how they can tell the difference between physical symptoms caused by anxiety and physical symptoms that need immediate medical attention. No one wants to be the person that goes to the ER for a heart attack and leaves with a diagnosis…
We all have struggles with different possible ADHD symptoms but if you are struggling with focus, organization, or impulsivity, and it is affecting your functioning, it may be useful to seek ADHD testing and treatment. Getting an accurate diagnosis can change your life and open doors you couldn’t imagine before. Although we know the process…
You may have noticed that many with ADHD also deal with anxiety. A lot of people are unaware that ADHD can trigger anxiety and make it worse, in addition to coexisting with it. Since anxiety affects an estimated 25–40% of adults with ADHD, it is important for anyone who is dealing with both ADHD and…
Living with ADHD affects so much more than just focus or productivity, it also often has a significant impact on relationships. ADHD’s symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity can affect relationships of all types. Romantic relationships, friendships, family relationships, and professional relationships are all affected in some way by the symptoms of ADHD. With the…
Anxiety affects millions of adults in the United States alone, but so many people struggle to articulate exactly what it feels like. If you’ve ever found yourself searching for words to describe that overwhelming sense of dread or the physical sensations that seem to come out of nowhere, you’re not alone. Understanding what anxiety feels…
In today’s society, strength is often associated with power, success, and confidence. The idea of high-functioning depression has become extremely challenging for mental health. Today, many individuals are fighting a silent battle due to this. People are often masking their insecurities behind a strong personality. In this article, we will explore the phenomenon of high-functioning…