Gaslighting is a form of psychological manipulation to force someone to question their own reality. In the case of medical gaslighting, it may not always be intentional. Your doctor may not even know there are biases at play in their decision-making or patient care. That doesn’t make it any less devastating on the patient side.…
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Depression and anxiety are amongst the most devastating mental health and mood disorders in the United States. Affecting over 16 million Americans, depression is the leading cause of disability in the country. While there are a number of known natural remedies for treating mild depression and anxiety, such as meditation or TMS, major depression often…
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Yes, a hormone imbalance can cause depression and other mental health disorders. There are many underlying causes of hormonal changes and different ways depression can present. Despite this, it is possible to find relief. Hormones are chemical messengers produced in your body’s endocrine system, which regulate various bodily processes, including metabolism, sleep, and mood. Your…
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If you’re constantly stressed, or on edge, you might want to give your nervous system a break. Your nervous system is responsible for maintaining homeostasis, so dysregulation can lead to a host of health problems, both physical and mental. Rebalancing your nervous system can reduce stress, improve mental clarity, and build resilience to daily obstacles. …
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An MTHFR gene mutation is an inherited variation of the MTHFR gene, which may lead to pregnancy and birth complications. Nothing can cause your MTHFR gene to mutate. You simply inherit it from your mother and/or father. This condition is fairly common. In the US, this mutation is found in about 25 percent of people…
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Ginseng (Panax ginseng) and maca (sometimes called Peruvian ginseng) are often compared as similar health-promoting herbs. Both Panax Ginseng and Lepidium meyenii (maca root) are a special class of herbs known as adaptogens. Adaptogens create non-toxic, nonspecific effects that help the body properly respond to the every day stresses of life. Both offer support for…
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Millions of Americans deal with anxiety every day. It is the most common mental illness in the United States. Fortunately, many people with anxiety can benefit from holistic solutions. Some of these solutions — like diet and exercise — are easily accessible. Others are more controversial and difficult to obtain. Perhaps you’re already familiar with…
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We all know that a healthy diet is crucial to keeping a healthy body. But what about a healthy mind? As more and more data has shown the intrinsic link between dietary patterns and mental wellbeing, a new field of science has emerged: nutritional psychiatry. Nutritional psychiatry recognizes that healthy eating affects much more than…
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Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the United States. They affect nearly 18% of adults and can present at any age. People who experience anxiety may worry excessively about everyday stressors like money, health, or family issues. Anxiety disorders can also impact physical health, causing headaches, muscle tension, sleep problems, or nausea.…
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The American Psychological Association defines stress as “the physiological or psychological response to internal or external stressors.” Everyone feels stressed from time to time, but chronic stress is more prevalent than ever in the 21st century. With longer work hours, less familial support, plus added economic tensions, it’s almost become normal to feel isolated, overwhelmed,…
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