Hallucinogen Persisting Perception Disorder (HPPD) and flashbacks are two terms often associated with the use of hallucinogenic drugs, but they represent distinct experiences with unique characteristics. In this blog, we’ll delve into the differences between HPPD and flashbacks, providing clarity and insights into these phenomena to promote a better understanding of their effects on individuals. …

Hallucinogen Persisting Perception Disorder (HPPD) is a rare condition that can occur after using hallucinogenic drugs. It is characterized by recurrent and persistent visual disturbances that can significantly impact daily life. In this blog, we’ll explore what HPPD is, its symptoms, causes, and treatment options, providing valuable insights for those affected and their loved ones. …

Romantic relationships are often turbulent and difficult to maintain. Although it may not be obvious at first, there are certain signs that raise red flags in relationships and threaten its longevity. For example, relationships that feel more like transactions often result in both parties being unhappy in the long term. Professionals such as couples therapists …

Telehealth has expanded exponentially since the pandemic increased demand for remote health services. The expansion of this service made prescription drugs more accessible, for better or for worse. Ketamine was one of these drugs, prescribed remotely for severe depression and other mental disorders which didn’t previously respond to traditional treatments. With policies loosening restrictions on …

Breathing exercises and related practices such as mindfulness meditation have proven in recent years to be effective tools at combating stress. In a study published in Cell Reports Medicine, cyclic breathing was singled out as the most effective of three exercises— the other two being box breathing and cyclic hyperventilation. A co-author of this new …

Why aren’t men going to therapy? The statistics show that men receive lower rates of diagnoses and treatment for mental illness in comparison to women while also having a higher rate of deaths related to mental illness. Stereotypes of self-reliance and traditional masculinity have conditioned many men into believing seeking help is a sign of …

Obsessive-compulsive personality disorder, or OCPD, is a mental condition that centers around a preoccupation with rules, orderliness and control, to different degrees. OCPD affects between 2-7% of the population and is prevalent in more males than females. Although their names sound extremely similar, OCPD is not the same as OCD, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. According to the U.S. …

Social media often feels like a double edged sword. While it can foster a sense of connection and quickens communication, it can also promote feelings of insecurity, isolation, and divisiveness. Most discussions over social media usage concern its effects on our mental health. Studies have found that quitting social media can reduce stress hormone production …

Dismissive attachment disorder is essentially the opposite of an anxiety attachment disorder. Dr. Silvi Saxena describes it as “independence to an extreme, not asking for help, setting a lot of boundaries, withdrawing from their partner when getting too close.” People who have dismissive attachment disorder often try to avoid forming an emotional connection or closeness …

If you’ve been feeling restless, apathetic, or emotionally empty lately, you may be experiencing something doctors call “languishing.” Languishing is described as an emotional state of limbo, aimlessness, and low mood, which can last for a long time, with the possibility of ultimately leading to anxiety or depression. Many people may have experienced or have …

Let’s face it: everyone has dabbled in the art of procrastination at some point in their lives. With the new year just past, it might be time to try and put a stop to that habit. Caroline Buchanan, a journalist and author of The 15-Minute Rule — How to Stop Procrastinating and Take Control of your …