A Guide to BurnoutMedically reviewed by Timothy J. Legg, PhD, PsyD, CRNP, ACRN, CPH on October 8, 2018 — Written by Juli Fraga What’s burnout?Who gets it?SignsStagesPreventionHow you can helpTakeawayShare on Pinterest Overview Burnout is a state of mental and physical exhaustion that can zap the joy out of your career, friendships, and family interactions. […]
WeiterlesenWhat Is Anosognosia?Medically reviewed by Timothy J. Legg, PhD, PsyD, CRNP, ACRN, CPH on October 1, 2018 — Written by Tim JewellCausesSymptomsDiagnosisOther conditionsTreatmentHow to helpOutlook Overview People don’t always feel comfortable admitting to themselves or others that they have a condition they’ve been newly diagnosed with. This isn’t unusual, and most people eventually accept the […]
WeiterlesenWhat Is Sensory Overload?Medically reviewed by Dillon Browne, PhD on September 27, 2018 — Written by Kathryn WatsonSymptomsCausesRelated conditionsIn childrenCopingExamplesTreatmentTakeaway Overview Sensory overload happens when you’re getting more input from your five senses than your brain can sort through and process. Multiple conversations going on in one room, flashing overhead lights, or a loud party […]
WeiterlesenWhat You Should Know About the Stages of GriefMedically reviewed by Timothy J. Legg, PhD, PsyD, CRNP, ACRN, CPH on September 25, 2018 — Written by Kimberly HollandBackgroundOrderDenialAngerBargainingDepressionAcceptance7 StagesTakeaway Overview Grief is universal. At some point in everyone’s life, there will be at least one encounter with grief. It may be from the death of […]
WeiterlesenCan I Be Afraid of Phobias? Common and Unique Fears ExplainedMedically reviewed by Timothy J. Legg, PhD, PsyD, CRNP, ACRN, CPH on September 24, 2018 — Written by Corinne O'Keefe OsbornCommon fearsUnique fearsA-Z list of fearsTreatment Overview A phobia is an irrational fear of something that’s unlikely to cause harm. The word itself comes from […]
Weiterlesen9 Types of Depression and How to Recognize ThemMedically reviewed by Timothy J. Legg, PhD, PsyD, CRNP, ACRN, CPH on September 24, 2018 — Written by Ann PietrangeloMajor depressionPersistent depressionBipolar disorderDepressive psychosisPerinatal depressionPMDDSeasonal depressionSituational depressionAtypical depressionDiagnosis Understanding depression Everyone goes through periods of deep sadness and grief. These feelings usually fade away within a few […]
WeiterlesenHow to Fight Depression: 20 Things to TryMedically reviewed by Timothy J. Legg, PhD, PsyD, CRNP, ACRN, CPH on September 24, 2018 — Written by Kimberly HollandOverviewStep backWallowToday vs. tomorrowParts vs. wholeThoughtsGoalsRewardsRoutineJoyMusicNatureSocializeSomething newVolunteerGratitudeMeditationDietExerciseSleepClinical treatment Share on PinterestIllustrations by Brittany England Small steps, big impact Depression can drain your energy, leaving you feeling empty and fatigued. […]
WeiterlesenEverything You Need to Know About Autism Medically reviewed by Timothy J. Legg, PhD, PsyD, CRNP, ACRN, CPH on September 18, 2018 — Written by Kristeen Cherney and Jill Seladi-Schulman, PhD The autism spectrum Symptoms Causes Autism tests Treatment Autism and diet Autism for kids Autism in girls Autism and adults Autism awareness Autism and […]
WeiterlesenWhat Is Conscious Sedation?Written by Tim Jewell on September 14, 2018Vs general anesthesiaProcedureDrugs usedWhat it feels likeSide effectsRecoveryCostTakeaway Overview Conscious sedation helps reduce anxiety, discomfort, and pain during certain procedures. This is accomplished with medications and (sometimes) local anesthesia to induce relaxation. Conscious sedation is commonly used in dentistry for people who feel anxious or […]
WeiterlesenUnderstanding Rapid Cycling Bipolar DisorderMedically reviewed by Timothy J. Legg, PhD, PsyD, CRNP, ACRN, CPH on September 10, 2018 — Written by Ann PietrangeloSymptomsCausesDiagnosisTreatmentCopingCaregiving What is rapid cycling? Rapid cycling bipolar disorder is a term used to describe bipolar disorder that’s marked by four or more distinct mood episodes, which may alternate between mania and […]
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