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How Parents May be Unintentionally Promoting Disordered Eating Habits
As soon as we are born we look to our parents for comfort and safety. Our parents have the most impact on our early life. Our parents care for us, nurture us, teach us life skills, and much more. As a child, our brains are easily impacted by the actions and words...
Releasing Guilt Associated with Depression
Depression is a serious mental illness that can impact every aspect of your life. There are many different types of depression, and each has its own unique set of symptoms. However, all forms of depression share one common trait: They can be debilitating. Depression...
How Virtual Therapy can Benefit Those with Anxiety
The rise of the COVID pandemic brought many new things to the world. While there were many scary changes, one that had a positive effect on many was the popularization of virtual therapy. Virtual therapy is a growing field that offers many benefits for both therapists...
Warning Signs: Depressive Disorders & Suicide
There are many different forms of clinical depression. Some of the symptoms may overlap. However, there are enough differences that each warrants its only specific diagnosis. The various types of clinical depression are: Major Depressive Disorder Seasonal Affective...
The Connection between Eating Disorders, Substance Use
The National Eating Disorders Association has revealed that as many as half of all individuals living with an eating disorder (ED) also misuse alcohol or drugs. Moreover, as much as 36% of those who have a substance use disorder (SUDs) also have an eating disorder....
Depression Recovery: Overcoming Stigma
Mental health is an important issue that often gets overlooked. In fact, it's estimated that as many as 1 in 5 adults in the United States suffers from some form of mental illness, yet many people don't seek help or treatment. This is because caring for one’s mind is...
A Beginner’s Guide to Self-Improvement
By: Dana Brown, HealthConditions.info If you’re like most people, you probably have a few areas in your life that you’d like to improve. Maybe you want to reduce stress, get in shape, or sleep better. Whatever it is, there’s no time like the present to start working...
5 Steps to Covering Your Wedding Costs with a Side Hustle
Even if you’re planning a small wedding, you might be surprised by just how quickly the costs add up. Between catering, rentals, attire, and more, you and your partner could easily spend thousands of dollars even with a minimal guest list. If wedding planning and...
How to Reframe Your Mid-Life Crisis as an Opportunity for Growth
A mid-life crisis can be a difficult time. You may feel overwhelmed, discouraged, and without a clear direction. But there is hope. We have compiled a list of tips and tricks that will help you find inspiration and positivity in this challenging time, shared below by...
Life After Abuse: Rebuilding and Restarting to Live Your Best Life
By: Dana Brown, HealthConditions.info Leaving an abusive relationship is traumatic. It can break down your confidence and sense of self-worth. But there are things you can do right now to create positive habits and change in your life so you can get back out there....