Understanding Revenge Bedtime Procrastination: Why We Steal Rest from Ourselves
Understanding Revenge Bedtime Procrastination: Why We Steal Rest from Ourselves Many of us know the drill all too well. You work a long shift, fight through traffic or evening chores, and finally sit down late at night. Suddenly, you realize you haven’t had a single hour to unwind, connect with a loved one, or simply enjoy your free time. Logically, we tell...Learn More
The Parentified Child: Survival through Misalignment
The Parentified Child: Survival through Misalignment What is Parentification? Parentification is best defined by roles in the family system being reversed, where we see children, most often the oldest, sacrifice their own needs to ensure everyone else’s in the system are met. It can be common for children to care about the emotional well-being of their parents...Learn More
Antidepressants and Emotional Blunting
Antidepressants and Emotional Blunting Comfortably Numb? After starting an antidepressant, I often hear: “I’m not sad anymore, but… I’m also not really happy. I just don’t feel much at all.” The goal of antidepressants is to help you feel like yourself on a good day—less anxious, less weighed down by sadness, more motivated, more interested in life, and better...Learn More
Functional Freeze vs. Anhedonia vs. Burnout
Functional Freeze vs. Anhedonia vs. Burnout Life’s challenges often take a toll on our mental health, leading to emotional and physical exhaustion. However, not all forms of mental and emotional struggle are the same. Functional freeze, anhedonia, and burnout are three distinct states of distress, each with unique characteristics, causes, and effects....Learn More
Bed Rotting: Self Care or Slippery Slope to Depression?
Bed Rotting: Self Care or Slippery Slope to Depression? In the digital age, trends and terminologies often originate from social media, shaping how we view various aspects of life. One such trend that has gained traction among Gen Z is “bed rotting.” Popularized on platforms like TikTok, the bed rotting trend is embraced by many as a form of self-care...Learn More