COVID & Social Anxiety
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by RefreshMH
11M ago
As COVID restrictions disappear and the world feels more and more open, many of us are experiencing mixed emotions. As exciting as this is, we may feel concerned about the safety of various settings. Another emerging challenge is social exhaustion and social anxiety.     Many of us have gotten used to more time at home and less time in public settings, interacting with others. This is especially true for anyone who has transitioned to working from home during the pandemic, and is more severe for anyone who suffers from social anxiety. I love this article on adapti ..read more
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People-Pleasing & Self Worth
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by RefreshMH
11M ago
Do you put others before yourself? Do people in your life describe you as extremely giving or even selfless? If so, you may be engaging in people-pleasing behaviors. While kindness and generosity are wonderful traits, some of us take them to an extreme. Also, people-pleasing behaviors are particularly common among women.  This article outlines how people-pleasing develops and provides tips to reduce these behaviors at home and at work. A few that stand out are: only apologize once for a mistake, and avoid overselling yourself to prove your value to others.   Remem ..read more
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Spring & Mental Health
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by RefreshMH
1y ago
Spring is a time of renewal and change, and for some, it can feel like a hopeful, positive time of year. However, a phenomenon that often gets overlooked is the peak of certain mental health issues during spring, including depression and suicidality.   There are many potential reasons for this, including pressure that people feel to engage in more social activities and be outside more frequently due to warmer weather. Many feel hopelessness about their own mental health, and even shame when they do not begin to come out of their seasonal depression during the spring se ..read more
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The Truth About “Selflessness”
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by RefreshMH
1y ago
Do you put others before yourself? Do people in your life describe you as extremely giving or even selfless? If so, you may be engaging in people-pleasing behaviors. While kindness and generosity are wonderful traits, some of us take them to an extreme. This article outlines how people-pleasing develops and provides tips to reduce these behaviors at home and at work. A few that stand out are: only apologize once for a mistake, and avoid overselling yourself to prove your value to others. Remember that your worth is inherent; you do not need to constantly demonstrate your value. We often share ..read more
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Body Image & Self-Love
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by RefreshMH
1y ago
As we enter spring, which eventually becomes summer, it is common for people to create “goals” regarding their bodies. March and April are months in which negative body image comes to the surface as people plan for vacations, transition from cold-weather to warm-weather clothing, and expect to spend time outdoors. Extensive research in the area of body image shows that feeling negatively about one’s body is often rooted in self-loathing. Also, the constant struggle to attain a societally “ideal” body shape or weight promotes emotional and physiological stress, and often leads to poor physical ..read more
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Seasonal Sadness
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by RefreshMH
1y ago
As we continue into winter, many of us experience some or many symptoms of seasonal affective disorder. This “seasonal sadness” affects people of all ages during the darker and colder winter months, particularly following the holiday season. During the past few winters, these symptoms have been exacerbated by COVID-19 isolation, stress and loss. How do you cope with emotions that arise during this time of year? I think that many of us cope by rushing through this season; we tell ourselves that, before we know it, the sun will shine and we will be happier. This winter, I challenge all of us to ..read more
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The Power of Acceptance
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by RefreshMH
1y ago
Have you been overwhelmed by multiple stressors that feel out of your control? If so, you are not alone. On a global level, it feels like devastating events take place everyday, which are not in our power to change. In addition, many of us feel that there are stressors or events we are experiencing personally, that are beyond our control. It is normal to want to influence the things, people, experiences, and outcomes that are important to us. Along these lines, it is definitely valuable to put effort into what you can control, such as working towards your goals, taking ..read more
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Personal Growth In This New Year
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by RefreshMH
1y ago
As we start a New Year, many people have goals that are aligned with the theme of personal growth. As we continue to shift away from pandemic life, many want to focus on making 2023 the best year it can be through personal growth and learning in their careers, relationships, as well as their hobbies and interests. When you think of personal growth, what comes to mind? It is common to focus on all the positive consequences of growth, without thinking through and accepting the efforts required, as well as the setbacks and challenges. I find this article really valuable in its focus on growth and ..read more
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What is Psychiatric Medication Management?
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by RefreshMH
2y ago
Many psychiatric disorders will require a two-pronged approach for successful treatment: medication combined with therapy or counseling. A psychiatrist can prescribe medication to help with anything from ADHD to anxiety to depression. Medication management is a vital part of this equation, as not all medications will be received or tolerated by patients in the same way. That’s why monitoring medications, their side effects, and their possible interactions with other medications is critical. A big part of what psychiatrists do is provide psychiatric medication management and assessment. This ca ..read more
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What West Point Graduates Can Teach Us About Stress and Resilience
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by RefreshMH
2y ago
n May 2020, during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Melissa Thomas graduated Yale School of Medicine and immediately started work in the Emergency Department of Yale New Haven Hospital. She quickly noticed similarities between her new job and her two deployments to Iraq as a U.S. Army Medical Service Corps officer. “Relying on teamwork, having strong bonds with people going through these experiences with you at the same time — that’s very similar,” Thomas said. “It’s why I was drawn to emergency medicine.” But high stress can also have negative consequences for mental health, even ..read more
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