Video games often bear the brunt of criticism, frequently dismissed as time-wasting distractions or worse, catalysts for isolation. Yet, this narrow perspective overlooks a growing body of evidence highlighting their positive psychological benefits, from offering vital stress relief to fostering deep social connections. It is time to re-evaluate how we perceive this pervasive form of […]
Tag: Therapy
More Than Makeup – It’s Therapy
I never thought a tube of mascara mattered much – until I needed it to. I mean it’s silly in theory, but doing my makeup each morning gives me a reason to start the day. And no, it isn’t about wanting to look different – it is a time that is mine, and mine alone. […]
The U.S. is Overmedicated–And It’s Not Just About Big Pharma
Roughly 47 million Americans take prescription medication for mental health treatment. This number has steadily increased over the past decade–a clear indication of not only a mental health crisis but a dependency on pharmaceutical solutions. Many are aware that the American public is overmedicated, but it is often framed as pharmaceutical greed. The mentality is […]
Music Therapy in Crisis: How Songs Are Healing Mental Health Challenges
In times of crisis, music has emerged as a powerful tool for healing mental health challenges. Music therapy, the clinical use of music to address emotional, cognitive, and physical well-being, is increasingly being recognized for its effectiveness in helping individuals navigate mental health struggles. The COVID-19 pandemic underscored the global mental health crisis, with isolation, […]
Why You Should be Going to Therapy
Attending therapy has become more common and accepted in the world, although it still holds a negative stigma with many. Mental health overall has a stigma of being something that people can control, and if you struggle with it, you’re weak. This is not the case. Mental health is simply the health of people’s minds. […]
Hypnosis treatment for mental health: Effective or inadequate?
Hypnosis, also known as hypnotherapy, is a type of mind-body medicine that puts a person into a state of deep relaxation and focused concentration. A trained and certified hypnotist or hypnotherapist uses verbal cues, repetition, and imagery to guide the mind into a deep state of composure and ease. It is commonly believed that while […]
