An estimated 20 million women and 10 million men struggle with disordered eating at some time in their lives. Eating disorders are caused by a variety of biological, social, environmental, and psychological influences. An eating disorder is characterized by a dysfunctional obsession with weight, food, and body image.
Read MoreDoes depression manifest differently in women than in men? Yes, it can.
Women are also at higher risk for developing depression related to financial concerns, marital problems, and issues with work-life balance. According to hopkinsmedicine.org, women are twice as likely to be diagnosed with depression. This article will detail some of the signs and symptoms of depression in women.
Read MoreAn anxiety disorder is more than simply feeling nervous or anxious. It is characterized by persistent feelings of worry, tension, and fear. An anxiety disorder has mental, emotional, and physical symptoms, and is highly disruptive to your daily life.
Read MoreValentine’s Day may possibly be one of the most hyped-up days of the year. The expectations for this day are almost too many to list! The hype around this day can heighten feelings of loneliness you may be experiencing. At times, those who are single around this time of year may feel a sense of ‘wrongness’.
Read MoreYour profession is an essential part of your life. It is the way you provide for yourself or for your family. It is tied to how you feel about yourself, your confidence, and your identity. Losing your job by being laid off is a highly stressful event. It said that losing a job can result in the 5 stages of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance. Dealing with an uncertain financial and professional future is a large cause of anxiety.
Read More1 in 7 mothers and 1 in 10 fathers suffer from postpartum depression (PPD). PPD happens once your baby is born and is a mood disorder involving serious depression.
Read MorePoor body image is linked to mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression. It affects your confidence and self-esteem. People often try to control the way their body looks by controlling their diet exercise. Girls are more likely to have body image issues than boys. This is due in large part to the unhealthy messaging girls receive from a young age about how they are supposed to look. A negative body image can put people at risk for developing an eating disorder.
Read MoreDue to various factors that we will discuss in this article, millennials are also known as an anxious, perfectionist, and lonely generation. Some of the drivers behind negative mental health outcomes for millennials are: financial trouble, reduced purchasing power, trouble making decisions, high pressure work environments, toxic messaging from social media, and lack of authentic connection with peers and others.
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