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The Neuroscience of Eating Disorders: How the Brain Shapes Our Relationship with Food
Introduction: More Than Just Food “Why can’t you just EAT?” If you have ever known anyone with one or had an eating disorder yourself,...
Laylah W
Sep 11, 20255 min read


Healing Through Creativity: How Art Therapy Eases Anxiety and Improves Physical Health
By Anne Denk, RN, BSN The use of art therapy is on the rise. Between 2020 and 2025, the number of registered art therapists rose by 15%....
Anne Denk
Sep 2, 20254 min read


Genes, Brains, and Behavior: A Journey Into Mental Health
Introduction Mental health is shaped by a mix of our biology, life experiences, and environment. While trauma, stress, and relationships...
Nadir Aman
Sep 1, 20257 min read


Gardening and Its Impact on Health and Wellbeing
For those persons who tend to a garden, summertime brings with it the promise of an autumn harvest of vegetables and fruits. The act of gardening not only provides food, it also provides multiple physical and mental health benefits for people of all ages.
mclapham9
Sep 1, 20254 min read


Stress Less, Live More: An Introduction to Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Most people would agree that stress is part of life, something that everyone will eventually experience at least once in their lives....
lichitaindrawork
Aug 24, 20256 min read


It’s More Than A Childhood Disorder - Managing ADHD as an Adult
Image: Harbor Psychaitry & Mental Health, 2016 Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopment condition marked by...
Julie Joseph
Aug 22, 20255 min read
Alexithymia: An Emotional Blindness
Alexithymia is defined as a psychological condition characterized by difficulties in identifying, expressing, and understanding one’s...
Aisha Mughal
Aug 20, 20252 min read


Can Video Games Really Help Prevent Cognitive Decline in Older Adults?
Cognitive Decline & Mobile Games Cognitive decline is a natural part of aging—one that few would consider a perk of growing older. Claims...
S. Paige Carey
Aug 18, 20255 min read


Mobile Addiction and Autism: Understanding the Intersection and the Role of Genetic Counseling
Source: https://kashmirobserver.net/ Introduction In the digital age, smartphones and tablets have become ubiquitous tools in modern...
Nadir Aman
Aug 15, 20255 min read
A SILENT PANDEMIC OF 21ST CENTURY
In recent times, mental health is not only posing as an individual problem, but as a real collective emergency capable of slowing...
Arianna Russo
Aug 7, 20253 min read


Healing from the Inside Out: The Microbiome Gut-Brain-Axis and Minority Mental Health
Introduction: Most people are unaware of the intricate connection between the gut and brain, known as the gut-brain axis (also referred...
Rachelle DiMedia
Jul 28, 202540 min read


The Hidden Risk: Abuse Potential for GLP-1 RAs Among Adolescents with Eating Disorders and in Weight-Restrictive Activities
Introduction Adolescence is a critical period marked by rapid physical, psychological, and emotional development. During this stage,...
Michelle Karth
Jul 24, 20254 min read


Life, Death, and DNR: An ICU Nurse’s Insight on Compassionate Care
Bonnie, age 92*: She’s a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Bonnie has a long list of chronic medical problems, but is doing...
Jenna Congdon
Jul 22, 20259 min read


Is There a Relationship Between PTSD and Metabolic Syndrome?
Image from Wix Media Written by Michelle Clapham, RN, MSN, APRN (retired) Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is more than a mental...
mclapham9
Jul 21, 20257 min read


Held Hostage by 'What if': Inside the OCD Brain
Understanding the Symptoms Most people have heard someone in their life say "I'm just so OCD" when talking about their organizational...
Bailey Miller
Jul 13, 20254 min read


Finding the Right Support: A Guide to Mental Health Resources
Mental health challenges can be hard to face alone. Whatever it is you are facing there are many resources to help you. From hotlines to...
Srinath Vemula
Jul 13, 20253 min read


EMDR Therapy: Overcoming Trauma
EMDR therapy stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. This therapy was developed in the 1980’s and has been recognized...
Yolanda DeLoach BSN, RN
Jul 12, 20253 min read


Animal Therapy: it's going to the birds
You see them on the street, in airplanes, in grocery stores, and even in doctors’ offices. Service animals have been part of the human...
meganmcdevitt0
Jul 10, 20254 min read


How to Protect your Mental Health During Uncertain Times
How to Protect Your Mental Health During Uncertain Times In the Spring of 2025, in the United States of America, there are a number of...
Mary Bicknell
Jul 8, 20258 min read


Press Pause on Assumptions: Reevaluating the Connection Between Aggression and Violent Video Games
Gaming demographics Globally, almost 3.5 billion people (and growing) are estimated to be active video game players. In the U.S., more...
S. Paige Carey
Jun 30, 20256 min read
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