How to Overcome Symptoms of Social Anxiety
What Is Social Anxiety Disorder? Social anxiety disorder is a recognized mental health condition involving intense fear or distress around social situations and interactions. For women, this condition can intersect…
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National Eating Disorder Awareness Week
While many diseases can wreak havoc on an individual’s life, eating disorders can have a particularly adverse impact. Luckily, the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) created an event to address…
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Relapse Prevention for Women: Tips and Strategies to Stay Sober
Why Relapse Prevention Looks Different for Women If you have worked hard to build a life in recovery, the fear of returning to use can feel constant. That feeling is…
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How to Support a Woman With Anorexia: A Guide for Family and Friends
Understanding Anorexia in Women If someone you love is showing signs of anorexia, you are likely feeling worried, uncertain, and unsure of where to begin. That response is understandable, and…
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When Painkiller Use Turns Into Addiction
Chronic pain is a common experience among US adults. Nearly one in three American adults is affected by chronic pain. Many people who struggle with this turn to prescription painkillers…
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Is My Loved One Using Cocaine?
Cocaine is a stimulant drug whose use boosts energy levels and produces a euphoric high. Its use is entirely illegal in the United States and poses many physical and psychological…
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Physical Symptoms of Heroin Withdrawal in Women: What to Expect and When to Seek Medically Supervised Detox
Medical emergency: If you or someone near you is experiencing an opioid overdose (slowed or stopped breathing, blue lips, unresponsiveness), call 911 immediately. Administer naloxone (Narcan) if available. Do not…
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How to Practice Holistic Healing at Home
Holistic healing practices are a set of approaches to health that consider the mind, body, soul, and environment. While at first glance, they may sound like just a trendy fad,…
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4 Mental Health Resolutions for the New Year
Have you made your New Year’s resolutions? Why not make good mental health practices top on your list? By actively working to improve your mood and care for your mental…
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Physical Effects of Seasonal Depression in Women
Seasonal depression, also called seasonal affective disorder or SAD, is the same as depression, except its onset follows a seasonal pattern. It is most common in fall and winter when…
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