Category: Mental Health

Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the United States, affecting 40 million adults in the past year.1 Yet, only 36.9% of those suffering from an anxiety disorder receive treatment. There are many reasons people may delay seeking therapy for their anxiety disorder. Some people do not believe that they have an anxiety…

Aspergers is a neurobiological disorder that is characterized by difficulties in social interaction and communication, as well as restricted and repetitive patterns of behavior and interests. While there is no cure for Aspergers, early diagnosis and intervention can make a big difference in the lives of those affected by the condition. An Aspergers test NY…

After a car accident, it is important to get medical attention right away, even if you feel okay. Unfortunately, many people don’t realize how serious a brain concussion can be. A brain concussion is a traumatic brain injury that occurs when the head suddenly and violently hits an object or when an object pierces the…

Exercise is one of the only ways humans can control their hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis or HPA axis (Dishman). The hypothalamus releases corticotropin-releasing hormone (CRH), which stimulates the anterior pituitary gland to release adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH). ACTH then stimulates your adrenal cortex to produce cortisol. Cortisol levels are negatively correlated with mental health issues such as depression…

Issues and Mental Health Problems It’s not surprising that many people feel anxious and depressed at one time or another. There are millions of people all over the world who suffer from anxiety, depression, bipolar disease, social phobia, and other similar disorders. In some cases, these conditions are chronic. They may last for years before…