“It’s the most wonderful time of the year…” we hear again and again during the weeks between Thanksgiving and New Year’s. The fact is that for some, the holidays can be the most difficult time of the year. Many people – women especially – feel stressed and overwhelmed by all that they believe they must do to make the holiday season “magical” for those around them. As a result, family time can be anything but wonderful.
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Did you know anxiety may have a genetic link? Anxiety is a complex condition that is influenced by many factors but unlike some traits such as eye color, hair color and facial features, anxiety is not always easy to trace through family lines.
Read MoreAre you someone who has navigated the uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic with relative ease, while friends and family members have been stressed and unable to cope? Or vice versa? Your response is likely strongly linked to your personality type, according to a recent study by researchers at Nixplay, a digital photo frame company. Their research was part of a broader effort to understand how missing out on important events is negatively impacting individuals’ psychological well-being, and what can be done about it.
Read MoreIt’s normal to feel sad or blue at times; this is a normal reaction to life’s ups and downs. But if you are feeling overwhelmed by a sense of despair and hopelessness that doesn’t seem to end, you may be dealing with depression.
Read MoreYou may currently be working from home and unable to interact with co-workers, or separated from close family members and friends due to coronavirus restrictions. Whatever your circumstances, it’s likely that you are experiencing feelings of isolation due to the need for social distancing.
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