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Reviews of innovative products, apps, devices and tools to promote self-care and mental health management.
Best Weighted Blankets for Stress, Anxiety, and Sleep Disorders
If you haven't heard about weighted blankets yet, you're behind on the trend. These blankets can be very heavy, weighing anywhere from four to 25 pounds. They are made heavier usually by having glass beads or plastic pellets inside. Weighted blankets have actually been around for years with the special needs community, but they are starting to become more mainstream as all people realize that they can benefit from a weighted blanket, especially people with anxiety issues. They can be simple and soft like a regular blanket, or if you need something with even more sensory input, they can be a minky dotted blanket. Whatever your needs, if you feel like you might benefit from burrito-ing yourself in one of these, check out the best weighted blankets on the market right now.
By Katie Marchbank8 years ago in Psyche
10 Best Teas for Anxiety and Insomnia
Anxiety is never fun. A lot of people might think that you're "nervous," but anyone with anxiety knows it is so much more than that. Your heart is pounding, thoughts are racing through your head, and you can't focus on anything but trying to get through your day without completely breaking down. What's worse is when that anxiety crawls into your bed with you and prevents you from sleeping. You lie in bed just begging and pleading to finally make it stop so you can get some rest. For me, when I try to go to sleep, thoughts of what went wrong that day start playing in my head like a review of a bad performance in a movie. Then I started having anxiety over the fact that I haven't fallen asleep yet, only keeping me more awake, and the cycle perpetuates itself all night long. It's insufferable.
By Katie Marchbank8 years ago in Psyche
Must Have Apps That Combat Depression and Anxiety
Dealing with depression and anxiety truly is a struggle, especially if you face them everyday. They basically take away your mood, ruin your day, and your productivity to go out there and make positive changes in your life. Numerous people face these mental problems everyday, so you're not alone. And sadly, many of these people cannot find ways to help them defeat the horrible mental conditions; ways to make it easy for them to cope and even conquer their depression and anxiety. But we can give you another way to hopefully guide you in a path without any worries and anxiety.
By C.C. Curtis8 years ago in Psyche
Mindfulness and Relaxation Apps for Kids with Anxiety
Having anxiety is terrible as it is, but when children go through it, it's the worst. Since their young minds can't always find ways to cope, it can really affect them. There are many ways for adults to cope with anxiety, but it's sometimes still not enough. Anxiety overall can be controlling; affecting your mind, behavior, and your body. That's why children with anxiety should be helped at their youngest age.
By Jennifer Violet8 years ago in Psyche
Holiday Gift Ideas for Someone With Anxiety
As someone who has been clinically diagnosed with anxiety, I understand how every day can be a constant battle. Anxiety can ruin your life, if you let it. The mind races, the heart beats faster, and it can even become difficult to breathe.
By Dr. Ethan Levi8 years ago in Psyche
Best Addiction Recovery Gifts for a Former Drug User
There's a fine line between being supportive and being insulting. When you go shopping for one of the best addiction recovery gifts for a former drug user, you want to make sure you don't remind them of their problems in a way that will way them down. Instead, focus on inspiring them, motivating them, and relieving stress from their life.
By Taylor Markarian8 years ago in Psyche
Most Appropriate Gifts for Your Therapist
It took me a long time to find the right therapist for me. In fact, for a while, I gave up trying because I didn't think that there was one out there who could truly understand and help me. But when I reached an all-time low, I decided to start the hunt again, and wound up with someone I would have a decade-long connection with.
By Taylor Markarian8 years ago in Psyche
Thoughtful Gifts for People with ADHD
Choosing a gift for someone with ADHD can be tough. You don't want to give them something that they don't like or need. Instead, you want to gift that person a really thoughtful present that they would love and constantly use. Something that can even help them with their constant fidgeting, lack of concentration, or can be a form of calming down.
By Rachel Blanchard8 years ago in Psyche
Self-Help Podcast Everyone Should Listen To
Looking to get into the world of self-help podcasts? Love reading this genre of books, but don't have the time to get to them anymore? These self-help podcasts are perfect for a motivational morning commute or a little reminder of your potential before bed.
By Kelsey Lange8 years ago in Psyche
Best Gifts for Someone With Depression. Top Story - October 2017.
Say you or someone you know has been stuck in a deep depression for some time and you aren't quite sure what to do about it. Dealing with depression can be tough, and you aren't exactly a doctor so you might want to cool it with the mental health advice, but there is something thoughtful you can do: buy them a gift.
By Amanda Stamper8 years ago in Psyche
