A fast-paced modern lifestyle can be difficult for both adults and children. Trying activities such as work deadlines, job interviews, school competitions and public interactions don’t make it any easier either. It’s not uncommon to find oneself a little overwhelmed at the thought of a particular upcoming event or situation. Sometimes demands may be so [...]
Life is often described as a rollercoaster – however, sometimes these highs and lows can be difficult to cope with. An elevated mood may feel great, but excitability and agitation can be considered a problem. This may put a strain on relationships at home or work and even with the law. People who are experiencing [...]
Some people are just a little more emotionally sensitive than most. Although they may not be suffering from any particular condition, some people are prone to sadness and melancholy. Small incidents may upset them and they easily become emotional when faced with the suffering of others. Sadness may occur from time to time, and may [...]
All children can feel a little insecure and may worry about certain issues in their personal worlds. In fact, worry is a routine emotion at particular developmental stages for children. Some children’s emotions can go through ups and downs in the normal course of events. Common mood swings and worries over imaginary monsters, emotional children [...]
Not everyone loves the cold, crisp winter months! For some, the absence of sunshine and warmer temperatures can be a little frustrating. Although we may not realize how much of a role the sun plays in our health, even indoors on a sunny day the sun’s reflected rays give us crucial vitamin D. This vitamin [...]
Everyday stress and tension are part of our modern lifestyle and can affect almost everyone at some time in their life. During times of increased mental demands, the brain sends signals to various body systems to leap into action. When the psychological and physical factors of tension are felt, the body increases its release of [...]
Often people trap themselves within the constraints of their mind and let their negative thoughts deter them from reaching their full potential. Before long they have labeled themselves as socially challenged. Individuals with social fear tend to resist speaking in public and shy away from any activity that puts them at the mercy of others’ [...]
Heart palpitations, shaking, sweating, difficulty swallowing, increased heart rate, shortness of breath, and trembling are considered normal responses if facing a life-threatening situation or catastrophe… sometimes these symptoms happen in situations where there is no real danger – only a temporary feeling of insecurity or nervousness about leaving your ‘comfort zone’, usually home. A comfort [...]
The brain, spinal cord and an enormous network of nerves threaded throughout our system make up the control center for the entire body. The brain uses all the information it receives from our nerves to coordinate all of our actions and reactions. Nervous system health can also influence our emotions and even the way we [...]
Moods are influenced by several parts of the brain, and more and more evidence is being discovered that suggests there are specific areas in the brain that are at the center of mood experiences. The limbic system is the part of the brain that appears to be most directly involved in human emotion–regulation, particularly, the [...]
Serotonin is an important neurotransmitter manufactured and found in the brain. Along with other neurotransmitters, serotonin helps to support emotional wellness and sleep patterns as well as energy levels, sex drive and appetite. Serotonin also promotes healthy concentration, a positive mental attitude, memory and mental alertness. Other neurotransmitters such as dopamine, as well as certain [...]
Most of us have become angry at one point or another. It may be that after a challenging day our patience wears thin and the smallest thing makes us angry. It is quite normal to become unhappy and angry sometimes. However, because anger is an emotion there is a very wide range of levels of [...]
