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The Difference Between a Psychologist and a Psychiatrist
When considering seeing a mental health professional, the difference between a psychologist and psychiatrist is an important factor to consider to maximize the chances of successful treatment. Although both are involved in therapy, each has areas of specialty in which...
Career Options for Psychology Majors
College graduates with bachelor degrees in psychology often mistakenly believe that it's only a stepping stone leading to a higher degree, one that will allow them to listen to a patient's problems while they lay on a couch sharing their problems. In reality, there...
The Health Benefits of Meditation
The practice of meditating has been used in Eastern cultures for thousands of years. The habit involves training the mind in order to focus and redirect thought processes. Over the years, various studies found that meditation offer practitioners a variety of health...
Why Exercise is Beneficial for Your Mental Health
Many people look to exercise to control their weight or shed a couple of pounds. While this is one of the amazing benefits of regular exercise, it isn’t the only advantage. When it comes to improving your mental health and well-being, exercise is a major help. Take a...
The Far Reaching Benefits of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a type of psychological treatment that has proven very useful in helping people overcome anxiety orders, depression, substance abuse problems as well eating disorders and other severe mental illnesses. Several studies have shown...
Self-Care Tips for the Holiday Season
The best time of the year for some, the holiday season can also be an extremely stressful time of the year. Navigating an abundance of invitations, expectations, and indulgent temptations can reverse healthy habits you’ve worked hard to build all year long. How can...
The Steps to Creating a Successful New Year’s Resolution
Every year thousands of people make a New Year’s resolution to work towards in the coming year. It’s a frequent topic of conversation around the holidays, and one that often results in reflecting on previous unachievable resolutions. For many people, the new year is...
Volunteering is Good for Your Health
Everyone knows how much volunteering can benefit others, but have you ever considered how it might help you? It might not be as apparent, but volunteering and helping others can improve your mental health. Bringing positive changes to your community and helping others...
Learning a New Language
With so many diversities and cultures throughout the world, it’s surprising how many people are not bilingual. Committing to becoming bilingual can help you connect to a world of new people and cultures. Learning a new language is beneficial personally and...
Ecotherapy: The Benefits of Going Outside in Nature
It’s natural to feel overwhelmed by the chaotic and fast-paced nature of technology, smartphones, and social media. Constantly being on the phone and endlessly scrolling through apps and sites can have a strong effect on your mental and physical health. Even when...