Dopamine is a neurotransmitter responsible for decision making, attention, focus, memory and reward. When something feels good to the brain or body, the body craves more of that thing and dopamine is responsible for making someone pursue that stimulus again. Dopamine deficiencies can contribute to addictive behaviors such as sex additions, alcohol, drugs, gambling and…
I have been crying for weeks at a time with no specific cause, I do not feel happy, and I do not feel good about myself. If this sounds like you, this article should help answer many of your questions! Crying for no reason is one of the most common signs of depression. But you…
According to attachment theory, how we attach to our primary caregivers as infants and toddlers profoundly impacts our adult relationships. There are four main attachment styles: secure, anxious-preoccupied, dismissive-avoidant, and fearful-avoidant. Each one has a different effect on how we behave in our romantic relationships. Some people may be more likely to stay in unhealthy…
After giving birth, the battle with your hormones may not be over yet. You may still experience mood swings, fatigue, anxiety, crying episodes, trouble sleeping, and panic attacks because your hormones are yet to reset to pre-pregnancy levels. The symptoms may be more intense after the first few weeks, but if these symptoms persist for…
From mood swings to depression, teenagers are more susceptible to mental health issues than most people realize. The stats show that 1 in 5 teenagers experience a mental health problem at some point. It never ends well if nothing is done to address these issues. It’s not all doom and gloom, though. As a parent,…
