Five Ways To Cope With Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Five Ways To Cope With Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Post-traumatic stress disorder is caused by witnessing or being part of a frightening or shocking event, and it can affect day-to-day life and productivity. In this article, we discuss a few ways that you can keep its symptoms under control.Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is best known as the condition that affects people who have served…

How Travel May Benefit Brain Health

How Travel May Benefit Brain Health

The study authors proposed the potential benefits of tourism, sometimes called “travel therapy,” in treating people with #dementia. One definition of tourism the researchers used was “visiting places outside one’s everyday environment for no longer than a full year.” They note that the experience of tourism has four main components to it:-how it impacts feelings,…

FINDING MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES WHEN YOU NEED MORE THAN THERAPY

FINDING MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES WHEN YOU NEED MORE THAN THERAPY

Mental health conditions, even when they’re temporary, can affect every area of your life. While psychotherapy is a powerful and effective tool for treating mental health, you may find that you need other kinds of treatment or support to get the best outcomes. The American Psychological Association confirms that blending psychotherapy with medication works for…

Mental health promotion and prevention

Mental health promotion and prevention

Promotion and prevention interventions work by identifying the individual, social and structural determinants of mental health, and then intervening to reduce risks, build resilience and establish supportive environments for mental health. Interventions can be designed for individuals, specific groups or whole populations. Reshaping the determinants of mental health often requires action beyond the health sector…

What is Alzheimer’s disease?

What is Alzheimer’s disease?

What is Alzheimer’s disease? Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive form of dementia. Dementia is a broader term for conditions that negatively affect memory, thinking, and behavior. The changes interfere with daily living. Dementia can have a range of causes, such as brain injuries or diseases. Sometimes the cause is unknown. According to the Alzheimer’s Association,…

How Adults Can Help  the Mental Health challenges  of Black Youths.

How Adults Can Help the Mental Health challenges of Black Youths.

Black youth are facing more mental health concerns than ever. As adults, it’s important to listen to them and direct them on how to seek help.Being young can be very challenging and life choices can impact the mental health of any child. The Adolescent Behaviors and Experiences Survey(Trusted Source) shows that 44% of teens report…