Did you know walking in a park improves mental health by lowering stress hormones (cortisol), reducing anxiety, and boosting mood. If you spend just 20–30 minutes in a green space, this can lower blood pressure, alleviate depression, reduce mental fatigue, and shift the brain into...
Attachment style profoundly influences how individuals form and maintain relationships throughout their lives. They are primarily shaped through interactions with primary caregivers during early childhood. This article from an attachment specialist in Lake Oswego, Oregon, will introduce you to the different styles and teach you...
by Ryan Randolph
It’s always disconcerting to see someone close to you struggling with depression and feelings of hopelessness. But how concerned should you be if the symptoms of depression persist, and when is the right time to say something or intervene on their behalf? It can be...
by Ryan Randolph
An alternative treatment is a therapy that may not have as much research supporting its effectiveness as traditional addiction treatment. Often referred to as Complementary and Alternative Therapies ( CAM ), these alternative therapies are used as a complement to your traditional treatment plan and...