A mental health planner is a tool that can be used to help manage and monitor mental health. It can be used to keep track of appointments, medications, and other important information related to mental health. Additionally, a mental health planner can help individuals set goals and track progress over time.…
Humans are social creatures. We thrive in companionship and wilt in isolation. We prioritize our relationships, and friendships and surround ourselves with conceptions of love and partnership. In fact, according to a study done by Al-Khalili et al. in 2012, the phrase “what is love” has been the most searched phrase across internet search engines.…
Are you someone trying to manage one or more chronic illnesses, mental health concerns, or have chronic fatigue? Do you feel tired and exhausted after routine activities of daily living where other people do not feel the same? Does your mental energy drain faster than the people around you?…
Our brains are like snowflakes. No two are completely identical in the manner of their function. In fact, every single person’s brain develops and performs uniquely to another. This variation is known as neurodiversity and is a concept that should be thoroughly understood when considering an individual’s functionality1.…
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.…