Grab your pencils because it’s about to be that time of year again. Standardized testing occurs in many schools as a way to give administrators a general idea of student achievement. These results must be derived from the exact same test given to students in the same format. Standardized testing generally consists of multiple-choice and trust-false answer formats to allow for easy and unbiased grading. All forms of testing can create some anxiety for many people, and we’ve provided the following tips to help you cope with the pressure. 

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It’s no surprise that alcohol detox is difficult and stressful on the body. When someone becomes dependent on alcohol, it impacts their daily life. They begin to use alcohol as an outlet to relieve stress or anxiety, building a tolerance that only gets increasingly worse. They rely on alcohol to carry on a “normal” lifestyle and experience symptoms of withdrawal when they don’t consume alcohol for an extended period of time. 

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A person with borderline personality disorder often experiences a repetitive pattern of disorganization and instability in self-image, mood, behavior and close personal relationships. This may cause significant problems in friendships and work as well as everyday life activities. The disorder occurs typically in adulthood, but symptoms may appear in adolescents. The unstable pattern of interacting with others can be recognizable for years and is usually closely related to the person’s self-image and early social interactions. The pattern is present in a variety of settings and is often accompanied by quick fluctuations in emotions and feelings. 

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Having one or both parents remarry is a common issue in modern society. The remarriage may be the result of divorce, death of a parent, or a single parent who has found a new partner. Whatever the cause, it can be difficult, frustrating, and confusing to watch a parent marry another person. Handling a parent’s remarriage can be emotional as the face of the family is taking on a different appearance; however, using these coping mechanisms will help the transition feel more natural.  

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At times, the issues in our lives feel overwhelming, but keeping them bottled inside is not healthy mentally or even physically. It can be hard to talk about your problems. It puts you in a state of vulnerability and openness that feels uncomfortable at first; however, you will find there are many benefits to talking about your problems.  

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If you already suffer from anxiety, the holidays can just add more pressure. The holidays include a dizzying array of pressures, such as parties, shopping, cleaning, cooking, and entertaining family. Well, instead of getting overly stressed about these things, you can actually enjoy them! We have a couple tips to help keep your stress levels down and let you have just as much fun as your guests this year! 

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We’ve all heard the saying “life is tough, get a helmet.” Well, we might not have a physical helmet for you, but we do have tips for balancing your life. So maybe you won’t need a helmet as often.  

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Serious addictions in America cause problems with mental and physical health, work productivity, financial health and social relationships. The top five addictions in our country are tobacco, alcohol, food, street drugs and prescription drugs. 

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There are some who dismiss depression as though it is entirely under a person's control. This idea is pervasive enough that even people who have been diagnosed with depression often blame themselves for feeling the way that they do. The reality is that depression symptoms are not easy to control. Both medication and cognitive therapy are often required in order to treat the symptoms. That said, there are things you can do in order to prevent a relapse of depression. 

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Holding a job in a down economy is difficult for everybody, but if you are dealing with adult ADHD it can be even more problematic. A worker is expected to have not only talent and motivation, but to stay focused, organized, attentive, and fast. It is not easy for the 8 million American adults with ADHD to do this. 

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When it comes to beating an addiction, you have to be preventative against temptation and other components that can fuel your addiction. You have to develop a game plan so that when certain situations arise that may cause temptation, you know how to avoid them and get out. You need to have escape routes mapped out for these situations and be preemptive in your fight against addiction. Literally organize your day to be less stressful and to be as comfortable as possible. Ease stress from your day by refining your schedule to be more efficient, but also not overwhelming. Stress is powerful fuel for addiction. Give yourself time every day to relax so that stress doesn’t cause you to falter. 

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