The holiday season is often viewed as a protective buffer against serious mental health crises. Family gatherings, traditions, and social connection can temporarily reduce outward signs of distress. In fact, research indicates that hospitalizations, suicide attempts and completions, self-harm behaviors, and first-time therapy visits tend...
Understanding the Biological, Emotional, and Social Factors — and What You Can Do For many people, the holiday season is portrayed as a time of joy, connection, and celebration. Yet clinically and anecdotally, this time of year is often associated with an increase in depressive...
Despite growing awareness, many men still face stigma when it comes to seeking therapy. Cultural messages often suggest that men should “tough it out,” suppress their emotions, or solve problems alone. But emotional resilience isn’t about ignoring struggles; it’s about facing them with courage. Specialized...
Up to 45% of the population experiences a sleep disorder at some point in their life. So why aren’t we talking about it more? Left untreated, sleep disturbances can lead to a myriad of uncomfortable and even life-threatening health conditions. Chronic sleep problems affect mood,...