Social media Anxiety Disorder is not a clinical disorder, but it is something that people go through. It's a type of anxiety that many young people go through, especially teens. Most of the time, young adults/teens are on social media daily looking through Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and other social media apps.

Good morning everyone! In today’s blog post I’ll be talking about seasonal depression. With the dip in temperature and the short groggy mornings on the way, many of us can be negatively affected with that change.

Defining an Eating Disorder (ED) This mental health condition is defined by abnormal eating habits and behaviors relating to negative thoughts and emotions.

What is mental health awareness? We have all heard of mental health awareness, and as a society, we are beginning to understand the importance of mental health. In the US, however, how we perceive the meaning of mental health varies greatly. I think what mental health awareness encapsulates can be surprising to many.

Boundaries can be broken into three main types: rigid, porous, and healthy. These types vary in their degree of intimacy and trust. The best boundary to have is “healthy”, whereas the worst type to have is rigid. A rigid boundary feels restrictive and can make us feel unheard, unsafe, and isolated. Porous boundaries are a deceptive form of boundaries. At times, a porous boundary can feel healthy, but it never truly is.

While reading a book or having a discussion with an individual, you can go back and reread or ask a question to clarify a point. This is not always true when listening. Listening is of the moment, and we often only get to hear the speaker’s words once. The key then is for the listener to ascertain the speaker’s central premise or controlling idea quickly.

Healthy relationships are often glamorized online and within mainstream media as being picturesque, simple, and easy. It’s easy to jump to the conclusion that a relationship that doesn’t experience domestic violence is a healthy one. Domestic violence is not the only type of abuse that can occur within a relationship. It’s important to note, that healthy relationships must be maintained through active engagement and reflection. 

The website WebMD was created for those seeking information about either their health or medications that were prescribed to them. This website allows people who are not medical professionals to look up disorders, illnesses, diagnoses, and prescribed medications so that they are able to ask further questions to their doctor or psychiatrist.

What is stress? According to Google, stress is the feeling of being overwhelmed or unable to cope with mental or emotional pressure. According to Glazer and Gasser (2016), stress affects everyone at some point in their lives, brought on by life events, emotional trauma, or environmental factors and can be interpreted differently across cultures.