Not feeling particularly cheery this time of year? You’re not alone. Many find that the holidays bring as much stress as they do joy. But there are ways to ease through the season. To help make the most of your festivities, Neda Gould, Ph.D., clinical psychologist and director of the Johns Hopkins Mindfulness Program at the Johns[…]
Maybe it’s your demanding boss, morning gridlock, or relationship problems with a friend or family member. Whatever the cause, it’s likely you experience some level of stress on a daily basis. But while some day-to-day stress is normal (and can even be a good thing if it motivates you), chronic, overwhelming stress can have a negative impact on your physical, mental,[…]
The signs and symptoms of mental health issues can vary widely in severity and frequency from person to person. That’s why it’s not always easy to determine if what you’re feeling is something situational that may pass on its own, or whether it’s something persistent that may require professional help. It’s important to know that[…]
Mass violence events happen with alarming frequency. Large scale shootings or riots in public places—malls, workplaces, entertainment venues and schools—receive the most attention in the media, but incidents in which two or more people are the victims of serious violence happen regularly. These deadly crimes may be committed using guns, knives, fire, bombs or even[…]
If you find yourself getting stressed at work, know that it happens to everyone and it’s completely normal. But if you realize that stress is constant, overwhelming, and prevents you from living your life, it could be an anxiety disorder. Having anxiety at work can have a huge impact on you and your career. People who feel anxious[…]
Reading the news can be stress-inducing at the best of times. When the news is particularly worrying, many of us experience levels of anxiety so high that we can have difficulty coping. So how can we stay (reasonably) anxiety-free when the media bombards us with headlines that spook us? It may seem as though we[…]
Sleep Problems Grief can keep you from getting the regular sleep your mind and body need. You might have trouble going to sleep, or you might wake up often in the night or even sleep too much. Good sleep habits can help. Wind down slowly before bed with something calm like a bath, a book,[…]
“What am I doing here?” “I don’t belong.” “I’m a total fraud, and sooner or later, everyone’s going to find out.” If you’ve ever felt like an imposter at work, you’re not alone. A 2019 review of 62 studies on imposter syndrome suggested anywhere from 9 to 82 percent of people report having thoughts along[…]
Uncertainty is a major cause of stress and can affect your mental and physical health. To better deal with uncertainty, practice mindfulness and follow a routine. Most importantly, learn to accept uncertainty as there will always be things out of your control. Research shows that uncertainty can be appealing during certain activities like gambling[…]
Depression is one of the most common types of mental illness among Americans. While everyone has experienced sadness, not everyone has experienced depression. In fact, if you’ve never been depressed, chances are that you don’t have a real grasp on what living with this complex mental illness is like. Depression is insidious. It affects[…]