Understanding Trauma and PTSD Therapy for Trauma is essential in addressing the complex nature of traumatic experiences. Trauma refers to an emotional response to a deeply distressing or disturbing event. Events such as natural disasters,...
Mental Health
Should I Have a Therapist If I Take Depressions Medications?
Should I Have a Therapist If I Take Depressions Medications? Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) are a class of antidepressants commonly prescribed to treat depression. SSRIs work by increasing the levels of serotonin in the brain,...
Stress and Alcohol Use in the Biotech and Pharmaceutical Industries
In the fast-paced world of biotechnology, stress is often an unavoidable part of the job. From the pressure to innovate to the demands of meeting tight deadlines, employees in this sector are no strangers to stress. While stress is a natural...
PTSD vs Trauma: What Is the Difference?
With the increasing rates of trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder today, it is important for all Americans to be aware of their impact. Research shows that at some point in life, about 6% of all adults in the United States will have PTSD....
PTSD Awareness Month: June 2023
As we welcome the arrival of June, we also recognize the significance of PTSD Awareness Month. A crucial initiative aimed at raising public awareness about post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). It's a time to break down misconceptions, remove...
What is a High-Functioning Mental Illness?
When most people think about someone suffering from a mental health disorder they picture what they typically see in anti-depressant ads. Someone who is clearly upset, sad, crying, and having difficulty getting out of bed. A person who is...
Can Adderall Cause Depression?
According to the National Institute on Mental Health (NIMH), approximately 21 million adults experienced at least one major depressive episode in 2020. That equates to about 8.4% of adults in the United States. An estimated 4.1 million (17%) of the...