Depression | Mental Map to Wellness

This blog will explore the root cause for most destructive and constructive behaviors, following the path of neurotransmitters and hormones responsible for where you end up. As much as humans like to think we are rational creatures, the truth of the matter is our emotions are the main drivers for what we do. It has been scientifically proven that individuals who cannot experience the adequate release of dopamine, serotonin, endorphins, oxytocin, and norepinephrine or are enga

Today, I wanted to share Mr. Barnes's story. This story is based on clinical work completed by one of the clinicians in the MMW clinic. The identity of the client has been preserved to maintain confidentiality. Mr. Barns walked into my office and stated he had given up alcohol. I was curious to hear why he made such a decision. Our work together did not focus on addiction. We worked on managing stress, processing trauma, and finding a new identity beyond the job he was in. H

Ever feel like you can never get rid of a certain habit? Here are some tips on how to get started and how long it may take to change and...

What is a mental map? Most things can be broken down into a cycle's start and end points in the cyclical nature of things. The principle applies to navigating a road trip, finding a significant other, starting a conversation with a stranger, or building a skyscraper. Think of the mental map as how something is done in a step-by-step process from start to finish. We are passionate about discovering and teaching mental maps. Learning mental maps is the first step to making any

You might be thinking, what does physical health have to do with mental health? We will explore this connection in this blog. The quality of your thoughts is dependent on the quality of your brain function. The quality of your brain function is dependent on your physical health. The quality of your mental energy and emotional state correlates to food, exercise, and feeling socially connected. To feel connected and hopeful about the future, you must start by building the found

There are four major agreed-upon levels of addiction. It is crucial to understand these different levels so that one may recognize if there is a problem and seek proper treatment before substance use turns into an addiction. By: Eunice Ahn There are many different factors that may contribute to addiction including genetic, environmental, socioeconomic, and/or mental health influences. Regardless, the four levels of addiction are experimentation, regular use, high-risk use, an

In this article, we uncover the truth behind what substance abuse disorder really is, and why at-home treatments simply won't work.

You are not alone According to Recovery Research Institute, 1 in 10 Americans "have a significant substance abuse problem." Nationwide...