by Ryan Nielsen | Jul 28, 2021 | Mental Health
Have you ever felt stressed? You may understand what that phrase means, but in a technical, scientific way, do you really know what stress is? How does stress affect your health? Stress can affect your health in a positive way, or a negative way. While acute stress is... 
by Ryan Nielsen | Jun 30, 2021 | Depression Treatment
While many people tend to use the term depression to loosely describe intermittent periods of unhappiness, it’s so much more than that. Depression is far deeper than a feeling of sadness. It’s a diagnosable medical condition that causes prolonged and intense symptoms... 
by Ryan Nielsen | May 31, 2021 | Depression Treatment
Depression is medically classified as a mood disorder. Even by that definition, it sounds aloof and hard to pin down to a specific set of criteria — which is exactly the case when it comes to depression. There is no single lab test that will tell a doctor if a person... by Ryan Nielsen | Apr 30, 2021 | Mental Health
So, you aren’t sleeping. You could be anxious about a new job. Or you could have a brand new baby. Whatever the case, you’re probably wondering at this point how your sleep is affecting your mental health. Sit down — it’s a lot. But that... 
by Ryan Nielsen | Mar 31, 2021 | Mental Health
The focus on mental health continues to grow. Whether you see it on TV or in a social media post, the message is clear – mental health is extremely important. The term “mental health” refers to our emotional, psychological and social well-being. It affects how... by Ryan Nielsen | Feb 28, 2021 | ADHD
Some people believe that medication is the first and only method of treatment for ADHD. The fact of the matter is that everyone is different, and some people can manage their ADHD without ever needing medication. If you don’t want to leap to using medication right off... by Ryan Nielsen | Jan 29, 2021 | Depression Treatment
Despite widespread efforts to remove stigma, depression is still one of the most misunderstood sources of disability in the world. Even with more than 260 million people across the globe dealing with depression, it can still feel difficult to get help. The good news... by Ryan Nielsen | Dec 30, 2020 | Mental Health
Global society is becoming more aware of mental health issues by the day. We talk about it more. We feel a little less stigma towards the topic, but despite that progress, many people still struggle. In recent years, it has become apparent that technology is playing a... by Ryan Nielsen | Nov 30, 2020 | Breast Cancer
A cancer diagnosis is a life-altering experience. It creates uncertainty and a fear of the unknown. This holds especially true for people battling breast cancer. The disease can be painful and the course of treatment, uncomfortable. If you’ve been diagnosed with... 
by Ryan Nielsen | Oct 30, 2020 | Depression Treatment
Depression affects an ever-increasing portion of the population. According to the latest data from the World Health Organization (WHO), more than 300 million people worldwide suffer from depression. More than 17 million adults in the United States have experienced an...