Getting mental health care should be very simple and straightforward, but it’s not always so easy. Many don't have mental health coverage with their insurance. Or, if they do, sometimes the co-pay is too much. Even if there is an affordable therapist available, the stigma of seeking mental health care [...]
We all know the dip we experience in our mood when we suffer from a minor injury, say, a fall that leads to scuffed knees and palms. This might be a brief bad mood, but what about when an injury or condition leads to chronic pain? It makes sense that [...]
Your job isn’t the only thing that can cause stress in your life. Relationships, children, housing, money, and many daily hassles contribute to stress. If you can't always manage it in the office, here's how you can reduce stress at home with some small changes. What exactly is stress? Before [...]
If you've heard of weighted blankets, and think they could help with your anxiety or pain condition, read on for our recommendations for the best weighted blankets for adults. What is a weighted blanket? A weighted blanket is a blanket that has sand or plastic or glass beads sewn into [...]
Sometimes in life we face issues that we cannot deal with on our own. Even our families and friends may not understand what we are going through, especially when we're suffering from a chronic condition. When this happens, finding a support group with people who understand what you are going [...]
Supplements should be used in addition to, rather than instead of, a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Often, we can avoid taking supplements by making some lifestyle modifications. For some people, though, with their doctor's approval, supplements can help. If you're wondering when to take supplements, some conditions could potentially benefit [...]
We're only just beginning to understand how stress affects the body. We cover some of the most frequently-asked questions when it comes to pain and stress, such as "can stress cause back pain?" and "what are the best stress management techniques?" in this post. What is stress? Have you ever [...]
Chronic pain patients are often reminded that tracking their pain is a good way to predict flare-ups or to pinpoint causes. Other than keeping a pen-and-paper record of everything eaten and all activity, there are few effective ways of tracking episodes of chronic pain. Additionally, it can be hard to connect [...]
For many people experiencing depression, antidepressants can literally be a lifesaver. While these medications can help lift people out of major depression, the side effects of antidepressants can be a difficult trade-off. How do these medications work, what are their common side effects, and how can you prevent them? What [...]
Trigger warning: This article contains material regarding sexual abuse and sexual trauma that some readers may find upsetting or disturbing. Every 98 seconds someone in the U.S. is sexually assaulted, usually by someone they know well. The statistics on sexual assault are only part of the picture. What numbers and [...]
