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When you think of depression, I am guessing you think of issues associated with the brain, correct? Sometimes this is correct, sometimes it isn’t as many medical problems can also be linked to a depressed mood and fluctuation in mood. Research indicates that medical illnesses, and medication side effects, could be the cause of up […] The post Depression or Illness: Which Comes First? appeared first on Just Mind.

by Margaret Fiero Have you ever, while in a heightened state of anxiety, been told by someone to “calm down” or “relax”? Does that usually help? As a lifelong sufferer of anxiety, I can say unequivocally that hearing something of the sort while in the throes of anxiety does not help me. Rather, it usually […] The post Accepting Anxiety appeared first on Just Mind.

As I went to the pharmacy today to get more allergy meds (thank you Austin) I heard the guy in front of me exclaim, “That will be how much?” It was just another reminder of the sticker shock we all face with our medications. Prescriptions tend to be a difficulty for many of us as […] The post Tips to Save Money on Prescriptions: Part Three appeared first on Just Mind.

Tacked to my refrigerator is a piece of wisdom printed on the inside of a chocolate wrapper that reads: “Take good care of yourself.” Its source notwithstanding, it conveys a crucial and oft ignored concept that can be described in even fewer words: self-care. Taking care of yourself – it seems so simple and common-sense. […] The post Saving Some Time for Self-Care appeared first on Just Mind.

You throw on your headphones, turn on your favorite jam, and what is the result? You begin to tap your toes and fingers. You begin to bob your head. Eventually, you may be on your feet, dancing to the rhythm and singing along with the lyrics while the emotions course through you. This is the […] The post What Does Music Do to the Brain? appeared first on Just Mind.

The cost of medications continues to be a struggle for people but there are many ways to combat this. As I learn new tips to help you leverage costs, I will post them here. If you have suggestions, please contact me. 1) Canada eh? Many people go online and get their prescriptions filled in Canada. […] The post Tips to Save Money on Prescriptions: Part Two appeared first on Just Mind.

Do you ever wonder how to crush your ADD? In this day and age, multitasking has been the buzz word. You see it everywhere as people are answering emails and text while driving or in meetings. Your kids may do homework while talking with friends on Skype and listening to music. In Austin we have […] The post How to Crush Your ADD appeared first on Just Mind.

I have a number of tips to save money on prescriptions for clients that pay out of pocket for their meds. It always alarms me how poor the information is for people who need lower cost meds but they can’t find them. In the following series on saving money, I have a number of tips […] The post Tips to Save Money on Prescriptions appeared first on Just Mind.

The following story, “Autobiography in Five Short Chapters,” is something that we tend to use with clients going through a variety of tricky issues. How does it apply to your life? Autobiography in Five Short Chapters by Portia Nelson Chapter I I walk down the street. There is a deep hole in the sidewalk I fall in. I […] The post Autobiography in Five Short Chapters appeared first on Just Mind.

People often ask what I learned in couples counseling. These are some of my thoughts from the experience. “My husband and I started couples counseling about a year before we got married.  We were having issues that seemed to spiral out of control.  We were also fighting over the same issue time and time again, and […] The post What I Learned in Couples Counseling appeared first on Just Mind.

Have you ever felt overwhelmed while at home?  Life stresses have a knack for finding people wherever they happen to be.  But you have control over how you cope.  Here are some simple things you can do to feel good while in your castle. 1.   Be at home in the first place!  Is your […] The post 7 Ways to Slay the Stress Monster at Home appeared first on Just Mind.

Have you felt like you are a slave to your work stress? If so, you aren’t alone and there are some simple things you can do to help reclaim your work experience. Leave 30 minutes earlier than normal for your commute.   Is your morning commute to work usually fraught with traffic jams and frequent lane-changing […] The post 7 Ways to Slay the Stress Monster at Work appeared first on Just Mind.

Most people want to send their mental baggage on vacation instead of dealing with what is there. I can’t say I blame them. Dealing with anxiety and the emotions associated with it are challenging. That said, there is quite an argument for why you should understand your anxiety. Anxiety looks different to everyone. Some people […] The post Why You Should Understand Your Anxiety appeared first on Just Mind.

Many people ask the question “will my relationship last?” When people inquire about what makes relationships work or fail, I often cite some of the work of Dr. John Gottman. Dr. Gottman can predict with 96% accuracy within the first three minutes of a couple having a conversation whether the relationship will make it or […] The post Will My Relationship Last? appeared first on Just Mind.

by Fawn Faletego Continued from Part 1, Stress series, What is it? Does the following sound at all familiar? She had trouble falling asleep again last night, so this morning she made multiple trips to the caffeine refueling station to help her slog through another day at work. She rushed to meet the deadlines she had […] The post Stress Series, Part 2: This Is Your Body on Stress appeared first on Just Mind.

By Fawn Faletego Stress is not a sexy subject, but it’s one most of us have an intimate relationship with on a daily basis.  What is stress, exactly?  The scientific explanation says it’s the ‘fight or flight’ response to an intense situation which may light up parts of your brain like a Christmas tree and […] The post Stress Series, Part 1: What Is It? appeared first on Just Mind.

I wanted to share some thoughts on divorce and separation. When you are faced with divorce, you quickly realize how many of your friends don’t know exactly what to say or how to be supportive. Some may retreat till the smoke clears so they don’t have to pick a side before they know what the […] The post Thoughts on Separation and Divorce appeared first on Just Mind.

Have you ever wondered if pets can affect anxiety and depression? The fight against anxiety and depression just got furry. In 2009, a scientific study done at the Azuba University in Japan (later confirmed by a study at the University of Missouri-Columbia) revealed that a chain reaction can occur with simply watching and petting a […] The post Can Pets Affect Anxiety and Depression? appeared first on Just Mind.

Am I bipolar? My doctor diagnosed me with bipolar disorder but I’m unsure about it. Sometimes I think I’m bipolar but sometimes I feel like I’m normal. I’ve had episodes of depression and mania but I’m still not sure about it. All of my episodes had a reason behind them, they weren’t triggered without a reason. For […] The post Anonymous Question: Am I Bipolar? appeared first on Just Mind.

Have you ever wondered if you can you talk your way into anxiety? A study done by Dr. Amanda J. Rose at the University of Missouri in 2007 found that girls who repeatedly talked over problems with their friends were more apt to develop anxiety and depression.  Talking (and talking, and talking) about a problem […] The post Can You Talk Your Way into Anxiety? appeared first on Just Mind.