Let’s Start With Sleep
As you may already know, receiving enough sleep is one of the building blocks to maintaining a healthy body and mind. In today’s world, there are unlimited roadblocks that can get in the way of receiving the amount of sleep that is right for us, such as technology, busy schedules, to active minds. Luckily, there are many factors within our control that can dramatically improve our sleep!
For starters, it’s important to know that the development of insomnia is a three-stage process. First, some of us are predisposed to developing insomnia. This can happen if we have first-degree relatives with sleep concerns or if we grew up in a chaotic household. Next, are precipitating factors. This can be a significant life event, such as a divorce, career change, or anything notable in our lives that sets insomnia in motion. Lastly, are the maintaining factors, or behavioral strategies we implement in order to try to improve our sleep. Ironically, the strategies we might use to get better sleep can actually maintain insomnia and poor sleep in the long run.
The good news is that the maintaining factors are fully within our grasp to change and can be addressed in therapy over the course of just several weeks. No matter how long you’ve been struggling with insomnia, rapid results in improving the quality of your sleep are attainable. A good place to start is to refrain from the use of electronics and TV-watching at least one hour before attempting to sleep. The light from these devices sends signals to your brain that it is time to wake up, which is the last thing we want if we are struggling to sleep. That being said you, can also use light as your friend, letting it wake you up at a decent time in the morning. Waking up to natural light helps you feel refreshed and can even boost your overall mood. Stay tuned for additional tips, strategies, and information regarding how to get your best sleep.
The Link Between Social Media and Depression
In today’s world, scrolling through social media is as routine as brushing our teeth. We open apps out of habit — on the train, in bed, while waiting in line. Platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook keep us connected, informed, and entertained.
Signs Depression is Taking a Toll on Your Relationship
Depression can impact every part of a person’s life, from their work to their romantic relationships. Dealing with depression can take its toll on both the person with depression and the supporting partner. If you’re worried that depression is affecting your relationship, understanding its impact is an important first step.
Anxiety Attack and Panic Attack Differences
’s easy to mix up anxiety and panic attacks. While anxiety attacks and panic attacks do have overlapping symptoms, they are different. Let’s get into the differences between anxiety and panic attacks so you can be in a better position to get the help you need.
How to Overcome Procrastination and Anxiety
Procrastination is a very typical human experience. At some point or another, we’re all guilty of putting off that task we know is important. Maybe it’s household chores, filling your taxes, paying bills, or some other mind-numbingly boring task.