Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a chronic mental health condition characterized by a cycle of obsessive thoughts and compulsions1. OCD can be psychologically distressing, manifesting in uncomfortable and intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors that ease...
Many people who struggle with substance abuse may find themselves addicted or dependent on opioids, to deal with their daily lives. Individuals use these drugs to cope with chronic and emotional pain, making that pain more bearable. For prescribers who wish to treat...
The practice of yoga originated thousands of years ago at the dawn of civilization and is still practiced today, by many. Yoga is the spiritual discipline based on an extremely subtle science, which focuses on bringing harmony between mind and body1. It is the union...
We've come a long way in understanding the causes and underlying factors that cause one to suffer from addiction. What was once verboten, is now accepted, not as an embarrassment, but as a genuine illness that can be managed. But we're still learning, and...
High functioning anxiety is not currently recognized as a mental health diagnosis1. Rather, it’s an umbrella term, that describes people who live with anxiety, but are able to function reasonably well in their everyday lives. If you have high functioning...
For some of us, we like to come home from work, kick back and open a “cold one.” It can take off the edge and help us to relax and unwind from the day, but for some it doesn’t just stop at one drink. Alcohol is a legal substance and has been used in...
