Sometimes, we are so invested in our favorite sports teams that we experience symptoms of depression when they lose a big game or when the season comes to a close. These symptoms…
mental health
We all know what it means—and what it feels like—to be angry. However, our experience with and expression of anger can vary: Some hold it in until they can scribble down their feelings in a journal;…
Sleep apnea is a serious sleep disorder in which the individual’s breathing repeatedly stops and starts again while they sleep. There are a few different kinds of sleep apnea, of which are rooted in the…
Dreams are fascinating—we love to pick them apart and dissect what they might mean in relation to our lives. That said, science says dreams are just the way our brains clean out recent events and make room for future events. So, while our…
Socializing plays a huge role in our health and wellbeing—unfortunately, many of us fail to fulfill our social needs in the cold days of winter. Why is socializing so important? Because it brings us pleasure,…
Many of us struggle to find the motivation to work out, especially in the winter; however, it is possible to implement an effective plan for working out during this cold season. First, you should build…
New research shows that if parents want to successfully reduce their children’s screen-time, they should cut back on their own screen-time. Kids are spending more and more time playing on iPads and sitting in front…
The third Monday in January has been named the most depressing day of the year (also known as Blue Monday); this has to do with post-holiday slump, cold weather, debt, and lack of motivation. Fortunately,…
In the fall and winter, we’re especially vulnerable to a form of depression called seasonal affective disorder (SAD) or winter depression, which is related to shorter…
Often, we feel less happy and less motivated during the winter months; we feel more irritable, fatigued, sad, and frustrated, instead. These feelings can make it incredibly hard to find happiness and accomplish those New…
Many of us struggle during the winter months with stress and anxiety, which stems greatly from deviation in routine. Fortunately, if we take a few extra steps to take care our mental health and wellbeing,…
A coworker surprises the team with a box of doughnuts, each covered in sugary icing, sprinkles, and candies and filled with jelly, chocolate or pudding. A…
