When Your Mind Checks Out: Understanding Dissociation
When Your Mind Checks Out: Understanding Dissociation Have you ever been sitting in a meeting, staring at someone talking, and suddenly realize you haven’t heard a single word they said? Or maybe you’ve been driving home and suddenly think, Wait, how did I even get here? That strange, floaty feeling—like your brain hit “pause” on reality for a bit—is something...Learn More
Is it Mood Swings Or Is It Bipolar Disorder?
Mood swings are a common experience for many people. However, when these shifts in mood become extreme and disrupt daily life, making it hard to do everyday tasks, it may be a sign of a more serious condition called bipolar disorder. Distinguishing between common mood swings and bipolar disorder is important for understanding the condition and providing the appropriate...Learn More
Sleep hygiene: 8 Steps to Better Rest by Pittsburgh Pennsylvania Mental Health Experts
Sleep hygiene is a science formulated to help people overcome disrupted rest by removing any barriers that a person might be unknowingly creating that prevent against deep and complete rest. According to the American Sleep foundation, 47% of Americans report poor quality sleep has affected their daily performance in the last month. As mental health counselors know, there is a significant...Learn More
Managing Displaced Anger During Difficult Times
Managing Displaced Anger During Difficult Times It has been said that anger is a secondary emotion, triggered by preceding fear, rejection, hurt feelings, humiliation, and sadness. With the current pandemic, restrictions on our daily activities, the uncertainties of our futures and our medical and financial wellbeing, it is no wonder people have been on edge. This disruption has been...Learn More