Identifying depression warning signs and anxiety triggers is the first step toward mental wellness. Practice self-care and learn to calm down quickly.
Humans experience a range of emotions every day and to varying degrees. Emotions are subjective experiences; an experience that elicits strong feelings in one person might have little effect on another. The word emotion comes from the Latin word emovere, in which "e" means “out” and "movere" means “move.
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Role models are people who are looked up to by others. The actions of role models are emulated by those admirers. Some people may not view themselves as role models, even though they may hold prominent positions.
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Healthy emotions are vital for well-being and harmonious relationships. Emotional damage can occur as a result of mental illness, trauma or a combination of both factors, and may impair a person's ability to form relationships and handle everyday stressors.
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As a follow-up to the slideshow on 8 Warning Signs of Depression You Shouldn't Ignore, this infographic drives the point home.
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Anxiety is a state of inner unrest or uneasiness often described as "nervousness." Worry, jitteriness, sweating, an increased heart rate, rapid breathing and other feelings and symptoms commonly accompany anxiety. A long-held and still popular distinction between "state" and "trait"
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When people feel emotionally numb, they can feel emotionally disconnected from a situation—for example, a person in a sad situation who does not feel like crying. Emotional numbness can also cause a person to feel hopeless about her future.
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For many, emotions are bewildering -- they can be misread, affect judgment, trigger unexpected and perplexing behavior and sometimes completely overwhelm you. Emotionally intelligent people, however, are less challenged by feelings.
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Physical exercise is essential for our muscles and heart to stay strong and in good shape. But what about your brain? Just like your body, you should give your mind a regular workout to ensure it stays healthy as you age.
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Call your mother; it’s good for you. Really! A 2012 study published in the journal Social Science and Medicine found that the secret to health and happiness is the support of others.
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