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Hello, friends. It's Monday again, and I know that most of you out there dread this day more than most things. But when you think about it, there are a lot of positive aspects of the first day of the week. It's the first day of the week, a fresh start, an excuse to leave last week behind and start new.  It is literally the first day of the rest of your life, and that's exciting. So why lay in bed all sad and mopey when you can get out into the world and start making your dreams come true, even on a Monday? If you're one of those people who dread Mondays (so basically all people), here's a few tips for making the most out of the most difficult day of the week. 1. Start with something you enjoy Whether it's coffee, meditation, yoga, listening to music, or just sitting outside and enjoying the fresh air, starting off the day with something you enjoy doing can really set a good tone for the day. Eat a nice full breakfast, too. Why? Because bre...

Hello everyone, and Happy Monday! I'm back today with my very last Mental Health Monday. I have covered all of the major mental illnesses and disorders and  I would like to move on to another weekly topic. If you have any suggestions or anything you would like to see me post, email me, leave a comment, or tweet me. The last Mental Health Monday will be focused on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD. WHAT IS PTSD? Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is defined as a mental health condition triggered by witnessing or experiencing a traumatic event. PTSD cannot be cured and it can last for one's entire life, but certain treatments can help. SYMPTOMS OF PTSD The symptoms of PTSD include: agitation irritability hostility flashbacks fear nightmares anxiety loss of interest or pleasure in certain activities self destructive behavior isolation Emotional detachment and unwanted thoughts are also fairly common symptoms of PTSD. TREATMENT FOR PTS...

Hello everyone, and happy Monday! Today I’ve got another Mental Health Monday for you. Today, we’re focused on ADHD. WHAT IS ADHD? ADHD stands for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and is associated with trouble paying attention and focusing, excessive activity, sitting still, and acting without thinking. ADHD can start in early childhood and can go into adulthood. The exact cause of ADHD is unknown, but it is usually hereditary. SYMPTOMS OF ADHD Symptoms for ADHD include: Hyperactivity Short attention span Fidgeting Impulsivity Forgetfulness Trouble focusing Mood swings Easily bored ADHD can also be asscociated with certain learning disabilities and depression. TREATMENT ADHD is not curable as of right now, but there are certain medications and therapies used to ease the symptoms, such as: Talk therapy Stimulants Cognition-enhancing medication Support groups A NOTE FROM ME I have struggled with ADHD my e...

Hello friends! After a crazy three weeks of getting ready for college, getting settled into college, and starting my very first college classes, I’m back and ready to blog! And for those of you who don’t know, I’m a freshman at the University of North Texas, and I’m majoring in Psychology. Now, back to the blogging. As you know, it’s Monday, and that means another Mental Health Monday. Today’s focus is Bipolar Disorder. Bipolar Disorder, also known as manic depression, is a brain disorder associated with unusual mood swings that make daily life and daily tasks difficult. SYMPTOMS Manic Episodes The symptoms for bipolar disorder manic episodes include: Feel very “up” or elated Have a lot of energy Have increased activity levels Feel “jumpy” Have trouble sleeping Become more active than usual Talk really fast about a lot of different subjects Be agitated or irritable Feel like their thoughts are going very fast Think th...

Hey guys! I’m back with another Mental Health Monday. Today’s topic: depression. WHAT IS DEPRESSION? Depression is defined as a mood disorder causing a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest. The cause of depression could be a chemical imbalance in the brain or a traumatic event, such as the death of a loved one. Depression heavily impacts daily life and activities. SYMPTOMS The symptoms of depression can vary, but the most common ones include: General discontent Anxiety Loss of interest Mood swings Excessive sleepiness Insomnia Agitation Excessive crying Irritability Social isolation Lack of concentration Thoughts of suicide Poor appetite TREATMENT The treatment for depression is usually medication, therapy, or a combination of both. There are different types of medication that can be prescribed by a doctor for depression, and also different types of therapy. It just depends. A NOTE FROM ME ...

Hello, world, and welcome to my first edition of Mental Health Monday! This is going to be the part of the week where I focus on different mental illnesses, their symptoms, and how to get help if you need it. Today, we’re focusing on anxiety. Generalized Anxiety Disorder, or GAD, is identified as severe feelings of ongoing anxiety that interrupt or interfere with everyday life. GAD is a common mental illness (more than 3 million Americans are diagnosed with GAD a year), and it can be easily treated by a medical professional. The psychological symptoms for GAD include: Lack of concentration Excessive worry Emotional distress Thoughts repeating over and over in the head The physical and behavioral symptoms for GAD include: Fatigue Lightheadedness Restlessness Sweating Headache Lack of sleep Irritability Hyperventilating If your feelings of anxiety are interfering with your everyday life or you have several of these symptoms, talk t...