We all need a sounding board from time to time. Partners and friends to gripe to (and about). But what do you do when one of your friends hogs focus and only talks about themselves? We all have that one friend who seems to dominate every...
April is Alcohol Awareness Month, a time to gain more understanding of how individuals struggle with alcohol abuse, offer advice to help those affected, and highlight the serious health issues caused by alcohol. Last week, we covered the basics of alcohol use disorder: what it is...
April is Alcohol Awareness Month, a time to gain more understanding of how individuals struggle with alcohol abuse, offer advice to help those affected, and highlight the serious health issues caused by alcohol. In today's blog, we'll be exploring the basics of alcoholism and alcohol abuse:...
Relationship attachment theory is probably one of the most studied when it comes to parenting. That’s not surprising. Although attachment in the early years centers on the relationship of a child and their caregiver (usually Mom), it...
Likely you’ve heard someone flippantly declare that they (or you, or someone else) have “daddy issues” or “mommy issues.” While most often used as an insult, these phrases are actually rooted in psychotherapy. Specifically, a psychological model known as attachment theory. What exactly is attachment theory? Originally developed...
Most people are familiar with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), an anxiety disorder that results from a traumatic event, such as a natural disaster or car accident. However, a closely related condition called complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD) is becoming more widely recognized by doctors in recent...
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and this week, we're talking about social media: how it can impact your mental health—for good and bad—and what to do about it. Surprise to no one: our relationship with social media is complicated and nuanced. That's why we've split...
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and this week, we're talking about social media: how it can impact your mental health—for good and bad—and what to do about it. Do you start your day by checking your social media accounts? And end your day the same...
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and this week, we're going over the basics: what types of behavioral health issues and diseases exist, how they are diagnosed, and how they are treated. What is mental health? Mental health refers to your emotional and psychological well-being. Having good...
It's Mental Health Awareness Month, and we're doing something a little different this week. Many PHMP Members may not be aware of the powerful mental health-related benefits included in their membership. In addition to our 24/7 telemedicine access (just one benefit amongst many phenomenal PHMP benefits), the...
The New Year is a time for optimism and hope. A time of resolutions. A time to be proactive. So an article about grief probably doesn't scream "Happy New Year!" to you—and that's understandable. But the truth is, grief now plays a bigger role of...
Many people find themselves eating late at night, even when they are not hungry. And late night snacking can cause you to eat more calories than you need, which can lead to weight gain. Here are 10 ways you can beat the late night snacking habit...
Significant events in life tend to linger in your memory. Some might spark happiness when you recall them. Others might involve less pleasant emotions. You might make a conscious effort to avoid thinking about these memories. Repressed memories, on the other hand,...