Words have power, and the way we talk to and about ourselves can have a significant impact on our thoughts and behaviors. That’s where affirmations come in—repeating certain phrases to yourself can boost your self-esteem, reduce your stress, create a more positive mindset, motivate you to take certain actions, and improve your overall well-being. So, […]
5 Summer Activities That Can Boost Your Mental Health
The sun’s out, the temperature is rising, and… you’re feeling depressed. While people typically experience the effects of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) in the fall and winter months, this condition can also cause some individuals to feel depressed in the spring and summer. Whether you have SAD or you’re feeling depressed for another reason, here […]
Psychology vs. Psychiatry
Many people use the terms “psychology” and “psychiatry” interchangeably, but they actually refer to two different areas of practice. Psychologists and psychiatrists are both trained to identify and treat mental health issues, and both regularly treat patients using psychotherapy (talk therapy). However, because psychiatrists are medical doctors who completed medical school and a residency, they […]
What Are the 5 Stages of PTSD?
You’ve likely heard of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), a mental health condition that can cause someone to experience anxiety, flashbacks, nightmares, and other symptoms after living through a traumatic event. But did you know that the mental health community commonly divides PTSD into five stages? They are: Impact – This stage occurs immediately after someone […]
Jacksonville, Florida Cocaine Addiction Treatment
Jacksonville, FL & northern Florida Counseling Services Breakthroughs’ Jacksonville, Florida cocaine addiction treatment center can help get your life or the life of a loved one back on track. Cocaine addiction is nearly impossible to stop on one’s own. Obtaining freedom from cocaine abuse almost always requires contacting a counseling and mental health center Our […]