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Anxiety is a tricky, fear-based emotion. It takes many different forms, showing itself in different behaviors often in relation to certain situations. Medical News Today defines anxiety as “a general term for several disorders that cause nervousness, fear, apprehension, and worrying.” Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) claims that it is also the most common mental illness in…
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that depression occurs among seven percent of the population over the age of 12. Every year, there are approximately eight million visits to clinics and hospitals that result in a primary diagnosis of depressive disorders. Below explains the symptoms of depression and how individual counseling helps….
Grief is normal after a loss of any sort. We usually relate grief to death, but people can feel grief over losses like that of a job, a relationship, or a child moving away. Grief can feel overwhelming. It can take over your thoughts, emotions, and life. Healthy grief begins to resolve after a period…
The DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual) describes depression as a set of persistent behaviors and feelings (symptoms) that negatively impact an individual’s daily life. Some flags of depression include loss of appetite, decreased energy/increased sleep patterns, and having less interest in one’s life. Feelings of worthlessness sometimes lead to self-imposed isolation. For people experiencing depression, seeking professional…
What is the definition of depression? The National Institute of Mental Health characterizes depression (also known as clinical depression or major depressive disorder), as “a common but serious mood disorder…[that] causes severe symptoms which affect how you feel, think, and handle daily activities.” There are many forms of depression (such as postpartum depression, psychotic depression), but one…
There is more truth to the sentiment that music has healing powers than most people realize. Music has long been used to bring people together and convey feelings. It is used to entertain, to pay tribute to notable people and events, and it is even used to create emotions in people. But music also can…