Introduction There are hundreds of thousands of counselors working in the U.S., there’s still a shortage of professionals who are qualified to treat conditions like anxiety and depression.   According to the American Psychological Association, nearly one-third of therapists are seeing more patients than ever. They’re even turning patients away because their schedules are so

Introduction According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, approximately 1 percent of adults in the U.S. (roughly 2.2 million people) have been diagnosed with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (or OCD).   Many are familiar with or have heard of OCD, but there are still a lot of misconceptions about this condition. Some of the most

Introduction   Roughly 9 percent of the population deals with eating disorders. That may seem like a small number, but it still works out to roughly 28.8 million Americans.   Many people struggle with eating disorders or know someone who struggles. In either case, it can be hard to know where to turn for help

Introduction   Recent research from the Centers for Disease Control revealed that 19.2 percent of adults had received mental health treatment in the last year. Research from MidAmerica Nazarene University reveals that 49 percent of married couples have also sought out couples counseling.   Many people know that they need to seek help, but they’re

Introduction Yoga and meditation are the two most popular mind-body practices in the United States. Despite this, there is new information about yoga frequently.   Not only are yoga and meditation good for relaxation and improved physical health, but they can also improve one’s mental health.   So, we have created a list below of

Introduction   Approximately 50 percent of women, and 60 percent of men have experienced trauma at some point in their lives.   Trauma is common, clearly. However, there’s also a lot of misunderstanding around what trauma is and the effects it can have on people and their mental health.   Below are answers to some