Anger, an emotion that can be challenging to handle - particularly when experienced habitually - necessitates comprehension of how it operates and what strategies we can use to restrain it. It’s important to understand how anger works and what strategies we can use to...
Many of us experience depression in the workplace. Signs and symptoms can be hard to recognize, but if you know what to look out for, there are steps you can take towards managing your mental health while at work. Read on to find out more about the causes of workplace depression.
“I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord. They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope”. Jeremiah 29:11 I have always been fascinated with the work of Elizabeth Kubler Ross even before I became a Christian. She devoted her life...
Chronic anger syndrome affects children, adults and entire families. Anger is one of the most powerful emotions that come from hurt, annoyance, frustration and disappointment. It’s a natural feeling that we all feel at some point and it can range from irritation to a...
Being angry is something we can all identify with, whether it’s a situation with a family member, friend, a store clerk, or a representative on the phone who doesn’t give you the kind of customer service you feel you deserve. Many of us are great at managing our...
Anger can easily be one of the most destructive emotions. When someone loses their temper, when they give in to that particular dark emotion, they lose control of themselves, causing damage to their environment and pain to those around them. For those that are...
As a subject close to a lot of people; anger shapes our everyday lives and damages the relationships of those around us. It can be the little things in life that start it. The big things we cannot change also cause it. Anger can wreck our lives and directing it can...
This is a short and simple guide for anyone who wants to learn how to let go of their anger and have better control over their emotional state.
In recent years, mental illness has loomed large in the public imagination. People are becoming more cognizant of mental health issues, and more open about discussing mental wellness and seeking treatment. However, under the spotlight of mainstream awareness, the...
There are plenty of people who struggle with anger management issues. They may have a short temper or be part of a dysfunctional family. Family gatherings may rarely happen because simple misunderstandings turn into heated arguments. You may be walking on egg shells...
By CCI Team Most people see the holiday season as a festive time in which there are multiple gatherings with friends and family. On the flip side, for some others, the same holiday season can be stress, anxiety and even depression provoking. Per a recent...
By CCI Team The process of treating addiction is not easy, and while psychotherapy is an important part of the process in order to explore the roots of the issue, medication is also often involved. Science Daily recently posted a release regarding the Washington State...
By CCI Team, According to Merriam-Webster.com, religion is defined as: a) the service and worship of God of the supernatural, b) commitment or devotion to religious faith or observance a personal set or institutionalized system of religious attitudes, beliefs and...
By CCI Team We have previously discussed Dr. Lawrence Klemenson, MD’s Mad in America article Psychiatry’s 12-Step Program for Producing Heroin Addicts in which he attempted to drew parallels between Psychiatry’s “brain disease” to the 12 step program. In a recent...
By CCI Team As a developing counselor, I’ve considered the implications of deprescribing a patient, especially when I am coming from a “less experienced” background. More-so, this critical thinking has enabled me to study and prepare for encounters as such. If I am...
We recently discussed the prominence of depression as well as some of the risks involved in the use of antidepressants. Depression and anxiety can be debilitating mental disorders, and it’s no wonder that one would go to a multitude of means to try to...
Like science, society continues to grow, expand our thinking, and come up with new ways to improve life around us all. However, like science, sometimes we are unsure if the new ideas, growth and “improvements” are always best for everyone. An article done by Bernalyn...
By CCI Team A human’s relationship with another human is a fascinating component of life. The act to which we form a bond with another individual is a beautiful thing. Whether people require daily contact or are content with once a week, people need each other and the...
Did you know that the U.S. is the third largest consumer of fish and shellfish behind China and Japan? This amounts to a total of 4.8 billion pounds of seafood, or approximately 15.8 pounds of fish and shellfish consumed per person (both wild-caught and farmed),...
Exercise is one of those aspects of life where we as humans choose to put ourselves through physical pain in order to make ourselves bigger, faster, stronger, or at least that’s the idea. Moreover, exercise is popularly used to shape one’s self to what our culture...
Science and technology continues to be a progressive movement where the improvement of people, places, and things is inevitable. This includes the science behind mental health and the biological studies done on medication in hope to find the means of a cure for...
Big Think’s recent article The Most Debilitating Disease in the World Isn't Just in Your Head discussed the World Health Organization’s (WHO) announcement that Major Depressive Disorder, more commonly known as depression is now the leading cause of poor health and...
We live in a day and age where sex appeal is everything. However, it is up for discussion for how it is defined. In today’s society, the media tells us how to alter our physical appearance, increase muscle tone, what clothing style is “in”, and how one should wear...
By CCI Team Many of us are aware of the Colorado movie theater shooting that took place back in July 2012. As one of the worst shootings recorded, murderer James Holmes was later tested for a series of mental disorders. As a result, these diagnoses later lead...
By CCI Team We all grew up hearing the saying, “sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” However, this statement isn’t entirely true. No matter the intention or meaning, words do have impact whether we like it or not. When it comes to...
Diving deeper and examing the Dangerous Patients – Duty to Warn / Duty to Protect article for what it entails.
Assisted Suicide is a questionable procedure and we look into the story of Adam Maier-Clayton.
By Brendan Cole - Graduate Intern Recently, many are aware of the death of singer Chester Bennington, who committed suicide this past month. From heartfelt social media posts to concerts dedicated in his name, the loss of the singer impacted the music world majorly....
By Megan Zerfahs - Graduate Intern Typically, mental health professionals are not mandated to report past incidents or suspicions of adult violence towards another adult—domestic violence included. However, some states have laws requiring practitioners to take action...
By CCI Team To those who aren’t fully familiar with Fifty Shades of Grey, the book and film may come across as just some woman’s fantasy of meeting a rich, good looking man, who looks after their every need. However, it goes much deeper than that. The...
By Caleb Anderson People who hold high-powered positions or are required to work substantial overtime often struggle to find the time to pursue personal goals or devote the attention to their families that they deserve. The stress that comes from trying to provide for...
Did you know that nearly a quarter of all Americans are under varying amounts of extreme stress? According to the American Psychological Association, approximately 85,605,500 people rated their stress levels at a level eight, nine or 10 on a 10-point scale in 2011....
By CCI Team Anger is a reaction to a threat or insult that can be all-consuming and sometimes, difficult to deal with. While anger is a normal human emotion, how we deal with it is important for mental health and a sense of peace. If not handled well, anger can become...
By CCI Team There are many ways that domestic violence affects the lives of victims as well as abusers. These damages often go far beyond the physical injuries. Addressing psychological and emotional traumas that come from abusive situations is a necessary step for...
Most of us have been cheated on at some point or another. In fact, up to around 60% of married couples have engaged in cheating. This is an alarming statistic but rings true if you suspect your partner is cheating on you. If you have a tingling feeling they are being...
By CCI Team Even the best relationships run into trouble from time to time, but the when an already bad relationship starts to go south things can get ugly very quickly. That’s when it may be time to call in the help of seasoned professionals. Counseling and mediation...