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Compulsive Buying: A Mental and Financial Health Problem

The holiday season is approaching and with it, endless excuses to buy Christmas gifts, new home decorations, and new clothes. Sometimes purchases can be related to the desire to fill voids or the difficulty in facing certain emotional needs. This compulsive way of buying can put a strain on your pocketbook. That’s why we’re going…

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Eating disorders and ADHD: What’s the link?

People with ADHD are 4 times more likely to develop eating disorders.It is estimated that 20% of children with ADHD will develop an eating disorder during their adolescence or early adulthood. For example, 30% of people with binge eating disorder have ADHD. Sometimes the symptoms of both diagnoses overlap and end up masking the other….

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Gut-brain axis: How your gut influences your mental health

Photo by Milad Fakurian on Unsplash Mental disorders have traditionally been explained by alterations in the functioning of the brain, however, today it is known that it is not only the brain but also the gut and the bacteria that inhabit it (known as the gut microbiota) play a significant role in influencing mental health….

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PTSD-related sleep disorders

Photo by Ben Blennerhassett on Unsplash Sleep disorders, such as insomnia and nightmares, are common in post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). In this article we will talk about PTSD-related sleep disorders and their treatment. Relationship between sleep disorders and trauma Scientific evidence indicates that sleep is necessary to transform a traumatic experience into a less threatening…

ADHD Parenting Tips

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Parenting children with ADHD demands additional energy and commitment beyond the already substantial requirements of parenthood. It can be overwhelming and exhausting at times, especially when your child’s traits differ from your own or when ADHD is a novel concept in your family.If you resonate with this situation, rest assured that there are several strategies…

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ADHD: 4 Tips to Improve Relationships

Relationships in which one or both partners have ADHD may be at greater risk of falling into harmful patterns. The cardinal symptoms of ADHD —inattention, difficulty planning, and impulsiveness — can undermine the bond of a couple, leaving one or both partners feeling neglected, lonely, or unhappy. In this article, we will talk about 4…

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Overcoming Stigma to Achieve Mental Health Awareness

More and more people are becoming aware of the importance of mental health; however, it does not reduce the stigma around mental health diagnosis. Unlike what happens with other medical diagnoses, the motivation to seek help when psychiatric symptoms appear is usually very low and may take up to 11 years on average. The initial…

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ADHD: Myths & Facts of Pharmacological Treatment

There are many myths about the pharmacological treatment of ADHD. These may lead to the rejection of medication or delay in treatment, and in many cases, the achievement of goals in the patient’s life. In this article, we want to clarify some information about the pharmacological treatment of ADHD so that you can choose based…

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The Role of Vitamin B group in Mental Health

Mental health is impacted by multiple factors including a satisfactory social and work life, quality of life, and a balanced diet. The latter ensures that the body receives all the nutrients necessary to function properly. In this article, we will talk about the role of B vitamins in maintaining good mental health and how we…

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Depression: Bipolar vs. Unipolar

Depression is a mental illness belonging to a group of affective disorders. It represents the leading cause of disability worldwide and is called bipolar depression or unipolar depression depending on whether it is part of bipolar disorder or major depressive disorder, respectively. In this article, we will address important information about this way of classifying…

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ADHD & Problematic Social Media Use

Studies indicate that there is a direct relationship between ADHD and the problematic use of social media. Despite the undeniable benefits of interconnectedness offered by these means of communication, social media is based on an immediate gratification system that is irresistible and even addictive for the ADHD brain. In this article, we will address the…

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How to beat procrastination whether you have ADHD or not

Procrastination is the habit of putting off activities we need to do and replacing them with something more pleasurable or less overwhelming. No matter if you have ADHD or not you’ve probably procrastinated at some point. In this article, we’ll talk about why we procrastinate, why it’s more common in people with ADHD, and how…

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Understanding the Role of Genetics in ADHD

ADHD is traditionally understood as a neurodevelopmental disorder caused by damage to the CNS at an early stage of development, for example during childbirth; however, the clinical complexity of this condition, the associated psychiatric comorbidities, and the higher incidence among identical twins indicated that there must be other factors involved. A study published in 2018…

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Music therapy and its benefits for patients with ADHD

Music is a valuable therapeutic resource for both youth and adults with ADHD. It is also an art form and can be a positive boost to one’s mental health. In fact, scientific studies have proven the effects of music on the central nervous system and its multiple benefits for active listeners as well as performers….