Anxiety is very common. 80% of people have it at some point in their lives. Biologically, It originates in the amygdala. Not enough GABA neurotransmitters that modulate anxiety in the amygdala or too many 5 -HT create a response of fear and anxiety in the human brain. There are of course drugs, such as diazepam…
Mental health is a crucial aspect of overall well-being, and sleep plays a significant role in maintaining it. Sleep deprivation or poor sleep can also trigger the onset of mental disorders like anxiety and depression. So, sleep and mental health are closely connected and co-occur by the onset of the other. In fact, most mental…
After reading how many people live off antidepressants worldwide, including in sunny countries like Portugal, it made me upset and even angry at the current health system. If you go to your family doctor, it is easier and more cost-efficient from the perspective of the health insurance system to prescribe drugs that will make you…
What strikes me is that mental healthcare is completely separate from general healthcare, nutrition, and exercise. The first thing psychologists should ask is whether you exercise and eat well because if you don't, therapy alone won't help you release the appropriate hormones to be healthy and happy. If you are depressed it is, of course,…
Repression of emotions reflects on your mental health. Many people choose to ignore or repress their feelings regarding a job they hate or a partner that makes them unhappy for as long as possible. It could be bad timing for a change but your well-being should always come first. The more we repress and the…