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…
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….
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….
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…
Art has this incredible power to transport us to different realms, all while staying firmly rooted in the present. It acts as a magical conduit, enabling us to delve into our emotions, truly know them, and watch them undergo wondrous transformations. And here is the best part – you do not have to be an…
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…
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…
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…
The first days of the New Year are a good time to evaluate things that may be inhibiting you from reaching your goals. Improving your mental health is one of the best ways to achieve all your New Year’s resolutions, so let’s review 6 ways to improve your mental health in 2023. 1. Take action…
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…
