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

Building a positive self-image is essential for your overall well-being and success in various aspects of life. It involves developing healthy self-esteem and a strong sense of self-worth. Here are some steps to help you build a positive self-image: Practice Self-Acceptance: Accept yourself as you are, including your strengths and weaknesses. Acknowledge that nobody is perfect, and it's okay to have imperfections. Embrace your uniqueness. Challenge Negative Self-Talk: Identif

Does it seem like there is always a running monologue in your head that is constantly analyzing situations, thinking negative thoughts,...

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

If you are a current college student, a recent graduate, a parent of a college student, or anyone willing to educate themselves, I will be discussing the factors of college life that may make it significantly more difficult for others than some. Everyone has different resilience levels, so you are NOT weaker than others because you struggled more. Many people also tend to hide their struggles and depression from others so you may be unaware, but it does not mean they also did

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 will be days when you will not have a moment or an entire day, sometimes a few days of emotional distress. Let's face it, we all have been and will likely be there again. On such a day, you will have a combination of any subsequent symptoms: a decrease in energy, feeling down, trapped, angry, and a strong urge to entertain a few self-destructive old habits. Here is what you can do instead of spiraling deeper into depression or engaging in self-destruction. Before I go

Depression and anxiety are two pervasive mental health disorders that each have their psychological features and could also be experienced simultaneously. The symptoms of these maladies can regularly overlap and sometimes be mistaken for one another. In fact, “About 60% of people with anxiety also have symptoms of depression and vice versa. Each condition can make symptoms of the other get worse or last longer.” On a biological level, depression and anxiety are housed in the

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“You are what you eat.” Diet has the ability to influence depression – it’s one of the many factors that have an impact on your mood. On a biological level, it is essential to include specific macronutrients and micronutrients in your diet as they affect the brain’s production of feel-good neurotransmitters (such as serotonin and dopamine) and reduction of stress hormones (i.e., cortisol). Therefore, consuming foods and drinks that highly consist of complex carbohydrates, ami

What is depression, and why is it so difficult for Asian Americans to seek mental health services? This a message for those who are afraid to seek help and those who would like to understand the nuances of being a minority. By: Eunice Ahn Quoted from Johns Hopkins Medicine, "depression is caused by an imbalance of brain chemicals. Other factors also play a role. It also tends to run in families. Life events or certain illnesses can trigger depression. It can also develop with

According to NIH, depression is "one of the most common mental disorders in the US." It is estimated in 2019, close to 20 million adults experienced at least one episode of depression in the United States. Between 2015-2020 incidents of depression rose by about 9%. Some experts claim that depression is so common in the US it can be considered analogous to the common cold. Worldwide, depression is the leading cause of disability and accounts for approximately 5% of adults. Yo