By NATALIA LUSINSKI, August 2018 If you’ve ever had insomnia, you know how frustrating it is not being able to fall asleep. Plus, all the pressure — you need to be up soon for work and really want to sleep more than just a few hours. Aside from the exhaustion factor, there are many things that happen when […]
These things are the secret to a better night’s sleep. By Colleen Stinchcombe | Aug 03, 2018 Pop quiz: What is a contributing factor in both car accidents and heart disease, causes innumerable injuries every year, plays a role in diabetes and depression, and can make you an unproductive grump at work? It’s a lack […]
AUGUST 2, 2018, BY BRITTANY ANAS If you are suicidal or suspect someone else is, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255). Or, visit online at suicidepreventionlifeline.org The all-too-frequent deaths by suicide of high-profile celebrities like designer Kate Spade and chef-turned-television personality Anthony Bourdain, as well as members of local communities across the […]
By CARINA WOLFF, 8/1/18 Some people love sleeping in the nude, but others can’t stand the idea of nixing their cozy pajamas. If you’re someone who lives for sleeping in your favorite flannel set, you might be wondering why on earth someone would want to get in bed unclothed. There are actually a number of fascinating things […]
CAROL SORGEN, Published Online:31 Jul 2018 Allergic diseases can lead to a higher risk of psychiatric disorders such as hyperactivity and depression. Individuals with allergic diseases such as asthma, allergic rhinitis, and atopic dermatitis are at higher risk for developing psychiatric disorders, according to a study published last spring in Frontiers in Psychiatry. The study was led […]
by ALEX DIMITRIU, MD, July 26, 2018 We all feel down, or blue, or sad, at times. Sadness is a natural human emotion, usually triggered by a loss, disappointment, or major life change. This sadness is generally short-lived and dissipates over time as we adjust to a new situation. We often casually refer to this situational […]
(HealthNewsDigest.com) – Menlo Park, CA, July 26, 2018 – Sleep-deprived? It’s common sense that being fatigued generally leaves us in a foul mood. But how can we tell when we’re sleep-deprived and merely tired – or if we’re actually depressed? Psychiatrist and sleep specialist Alex Dimitriu, MD, founder of Menlo Park Psychiatry & Sleep Medicine, […]
Feel more calm, happy and energized with these expert recommendations. by Jessica Migala / Jul.24.2018 / 6:01 PM ET / Updated Jul.25.2018 Everyone feels anxious from time to time. But when anxiety feels out of control or fills you up with persistent dread and worry — often for no discernible reason — it might be time […]
If you find yourself on the receiving end of the “So…when are you having kids?” question—or you’re guilty of asking—read this immediately. BY WENDY ROSE GOULD July 18, 2018 You’re sitting at dinner, just about to bite into that delicious macaroni salad, when your in-law casually throws out the old, “So…when are you two going to […]
When you’re unable to regulate your emotions, every relationship eventually explodes. Here’s how to recognize the signs of BPD. BY HEALTHYWAY STAFF WRITER, JULY 19, 2018 “I felt like he was going to leave me. I felt like everyone was going to leave me.” Ashley, 32, was in a new relationship with a man she really […]
Your diet, the temperature and a busy social calendar may be to blame for that afternoon slump. by Kelsey Butler / Jul.18.2018 Sleep is pretty much my favorite pastime. Over the years, even as other hobbies have come and gone — crocheting, piano playing and terrarium-making among them — snoozing has always been my preferred way to […]
By CARINA WOLFF, 7/17/18 When people hear “bipolar disorder,” they might picture someone ecstatic one moment, and depressed another. Because mental health is so stigmatized and often poorly misunderstood, people tend to believe plenty of misconceptions, and there a number of myths about bipolar disorder floating around that just continue to get perpetuated. Because many people don’t […]
Difficulty breathing, sweating, trembling, heart pounding, fear… sounds like you might be having a panic attack. Panic disorder has a genetic component, but panic attacks can occur for anyone. Stress precipitates panic attacks. Someone who is already stressed is prone to panic attacks. Many people suffer quietly. Panic attacks are short-lived and intense, lasting no […]
by Caitlin Flynn, Jul 15, 2018 It’s a sequence of events that’s all-too-familiar to so many: a night of tossing and turning followed by a day of throwing back coffee in a desperate effort to stay awake and alert. Cue the vicious cycle. One in 4 Americans develops acute insomnia each year according to a […]
By CARINA WOLFF, 7/16/18 If you’re someone who has suffered from insomnia, you’ve likely tried everything under the sun to help yourself fall asleep at night. Counting sheep may not help, but there are a number of other different cures for insomnia that sleep specialists swear by that might be worth a shot. Sometimes, the answers to your […]
