Condition Guides

As Alzheimer’s disease gains more attention in scientific circles and everyday conversations, myths about this condition seem to proliferate at an alarming rate. Just like myths that circulate about other health conditions or wellness trends, these misconceptions about Alzheimer’s create unnecessary anxiety and confusion. Whether you’re a caregiver, a loved one, or simply interested in [...]

Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) at a Glance: Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a rare neuromuscular condition that causes degeneration of spinal motor neurons, or the signals from the brain to muscles, resulting in muscle weakness.  SMA is usually diagnosed in the first few years of life when children are unable to achieve motor milestones as [...]

Narcissism is a term that often gets thrown about casually, but many people don’t understand the depths of narcissistic personality disorder and related mental health conditions. Personality disorders can take many forms. Malignant narcissism is one presentation of narcissistic personality disorder. A person living with malignant narcissism may exhibit many of the behaviors and attitudes [...]

ADHD at a Glance Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that involves attention difficulty, hyperactivity, and impulsiveness. Approximately 9% of children and 4% of adults in the United States have been diagnosed with ADHD. For those diagnosed as children, the disorder continues into the teenage years for approximately 50% of people. ADHD isn’t simply [...]

What is the 3-3-3 Rule for Anxiety? Everything You Need to Know Anxiety is a psychological disorder that can make situations in life feel impossible. It can come in bouts, stay for a while, or become a chronic condition. Everyone gets anxious sometimes, but an estimated 6.8 million Americans have Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). Feeling [...]

NewGuttate Psoriasis: Symptoms, Causes, & Treatments Psoriasis is a well-known skin condition, but did you know there’s more than one type? According to the American Academy of Dermatology, 75 million Americans have been diagnosed with some form of psoriasis. One form is known as guttate psoriasis. It usually appears without warning and follows an infection [...]

New13 Best Podcasts for Anxiety and Support for Your Mental Health Journey Coping with anxiety can often feel overwhelming. Luckily, there are many available resources to help you find solace and regain control. One particularly accessible and comforting method is tuning in to podcasts. Podcasts have emerged as a popular medium for disseminating information and [...]

How to Spot a Gaslighting Narcissist: Top Characteristics and What to Do About It It’s hard to recognize when you’re being gaslighted, and that’s the point. A gaslighting narcissist understands what they are doing, even if you don’t. Gaslighting is often depicted as something that happens in romantic contexts. While it can and does happen [...]

NewRectal Bleeding: Common Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help Having to live with any medical condition that causes rectal bleeding can make you feel afraid and alone. People often struggle in silence; they may be uncomfortable speaking about it to friends or family. However, there is no shame in rectal bleeding. If you are [...]

Eczema at a Glance: Eczema, also known as atopic dermatitis, is a chronic inflammatory condition that primarily affects the skin, causing severe itching, dryness, sensitivity, flushing, rashes, scaling or rough patches, and sores that can leak fluid.1 Up to 10% of people globally experience eczema symptoms at some point in their lives.2 However, there are [...]