Over 19 million Americans continue to struggle with substance addiction, and as of 2025, addiction-related costs have surpassed $7.3 billion annually in prevention efforts, treatment services, and criminal justice responses (SAMHSA, 2025). The evolving science behind addiction compels researchers, clinicians, and advocates to revisit long-held beliefs about the nature of addiction—and how best to help…
“Self-care is not selfish. You cannot serve from an empty vessel.” – Eleanor Brownn Mental health professionals are trained to hold space for others—but who holds space for the therapist? The work of psychologists, counselors, and social workers is deeply human, emotionally demanding, and often invisible in its toll. Despite their clinical training, many professionals…
The Psychological Significance of Mental Health Awareness Month Mental Health Awareness Month is more than a campaign—it’s a collective psychological intervention. As we enter 2025, the urgency around mental well-being has intensified. The ongoing ripple effects of the pandemic, coupled with political uncertainty, economic stress, and global unrest, have contributed to a widespread mental health…
What Are Micro-Stressors? Micro-stressors are small, recurring interruptions and emotional frictions that seem insignificant in isolation but accumulate throughout the day. These may include: Notifications and app pings. Constant multitasking. Mental load from unfinished to-dos. Information overload. Background worry or anticipation. These stressors don’t always register consciously, but they activate the brain’s stress response, contributing…
What is Couples and Family Therapy? Family and couples therapy is a form of psychotherapy that focuses on improving communication, resolving conflicts, and strengthening relationships between family members or intimate partners. Unlike individual therapy, which centers on one person’s internal experiences, family and couples therapy looks at how individuals interact within their relational systems and…
Understanding our minds and brain function is essential for overall well-being. Whether you’re facing emotional challenges or noticing subtle changes in cognitive abilities, psychological and neuropsychological evaluations provide crucial insights. In this blog, we explore three common reasons why individuals consider these assessments and how they can lead to better health outcomes. 1. Finding an…
Understanding the Neuropsychological Mechanisms of Procrastination: Procrastination is not merely a lapse in discipline; it is a deeply ingrained psychological and neurological phenomenon, dictated by the brain’s intrinsic mechanisms for processing rewards, fear, and decision-making (Steel, 2007). The tension between immediate gratification and long-term objectives is regulated by two principal brain regions: The Limbic System…
The loss of a home or cherished possessions during a wildfire can leave lasting emotional scars. Processing grief and navigating trauma are critical steps toward recovery. Here’s how to recognize the impacts and move toward healing. How Grief and Trauma Manifest After Natural Disasters like Wildfires: Grief from property loss or displacement is complex and…
2025 is here, and many of us feel the pressure to overhaul our lives, set ambitious new years resolutions, and stick with them. But what if this year, we did the opposite? Instead of starting from scratch, let’s celebrate what we’re already doing well and build on our strengths. By focusing on progress and continuity,…
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