In 1998, Judy Singer, an Australian sociologist, coined the term “neurodiversity” 1. This was an inclusive word, meant to recognize that every single brain is different and develops uniquely from each other. In fact, you can think of a brain the same way we think of snowflakes or fingerprints.…
There are many similarities between SSRIs and SNRIs, but there are also some important differences. Both types of medications work by increasing levels of serotonin in the brain. This can help to improve mood and relieve symptoms of depression. However, SNRIs also affect another chemical called norepinephrine.…
Even though anxiety disorders are among the most prevalent mental disorders in adults, anxiety was relatively poorly understood up until two decades ago1. Approximately 31.1% of adults suffer from an anxiety disorder at any point in their lives1.…
For patients with ADHD, organization and time management can be difficult skills to master. Many find that traditional planners and to-do lists simply don’t work for them. For patients with ADHD, the bullet journal can be an indispensable tool for staying organized and on track.…
Anxiety journaling can be a helpful tool for managing anxiety. The act of writing about anxiety can help to lessen its intensity and provide a sense of control. Additionally, using our journal prompts for anxiety can help to identify anxious thoughts and patterns.…
A self care journal is a place to track your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors around self care. This can be an App, a notebook, or even just a piece of paper. The important thing is that it’s a space for you to be honest with yourself about how you’re doing.…
A therapy journal is a tool that can be used to journal your thoughts and feelings related to your therapy. It can be used to track your progress, document your goals, and reflect on your experiences. journaling can be a helpful way to process difficult emotions and promote self-awareness.…
One day you wake up and feel on top of the world. You feel like you can do anything; even your friends question if you’ve had too much caffeine! Three days later, it all just disappears. You feel lethargic, your motivation is gone, and nothing seems exciting anymore.…
Imagine sitting at your desk, vigorously writing out a rough essay draft for your boss that’s due tomorrow. You completely forgot your deadline! You’re pretty stressed and anxious. Suddenly, your hand begins to tense and contract, jerking to the right while you’re writing.…
The cycle of anxiety is a heavy burden that many face worldwide. Anxiety can be described as worrying about a potential threat and trying to cope with a future event that you think will be negative. When you notice your anxious symptoms, you start to believe you can’t cope with the symptoms, thus becoming even more anxious.…