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Clearing Up 3 Major Misconceptions About PTSD

People suffering might feel a sense of crippling fear even when there’s no present threat. One small trigger can bring back all of the horror surrounding the initial trauma making it hard to function. PTSD affects around 8 million people a year in the US alone. Those who suffer have been far misunderstood because of the stigma surrounding mental health.

The Problem With Trying To ‘Control’ Anxiety vs. Treat It

Anxiety disorders are a condition that an estimated 19 million U.S. adults suffer from each year. And, because anxiety disorders are so common, there’s no shortage of self-help tips floating around on the Internet about how to deal with your anxiety. Here's the problem with treating vs. controlling your symptoms.

Relief From OCD Symptoms With Ketamine

We all have little preferences in life that make us unique (and happy!) But for someone with OCD, these thoughts aren’t little, they’re BIG. They’re intrusive, anxiety-provoking, and sometimes downright debilitating. Often times, OCD is misused and misunderstood on social media, in viral memes, and in society in general.