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Holistic Wellness
Mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, stress, and trauma are often terms people may be reluctant to associate with themselves. However, it is important to destigmatize these conditions by recognizing that they are natural aspects of the human experience. Most individuals will encounter one or more of these challenges at some point in their lives, but they do not define who we are. Instead, view these terms as opportunities to identify, understand, and address your needs, fostering a healthier and more compassionate approach to well-being.
It's all Connected
Nutrition
"Since about 95% of your serotonin is produced in your gastrointestinal tract, and your gastrointestinal tract is lined with a hundred million nerve cells, or neurons, it makes sense that the inner workings of your digestive system don't just help you digest food, but also guide your emotions."
Hormones
"Hormones and neurotransmitters share common pathways and receptor sites in areas of the brain linked to mood, particularly through the hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis."
Chronic Stress
"But chronic stress, which is constant and persists over an extended period of time, can be debilitating and overwhelming. Chronic stress can affect both our physical and psychological well-being by causing a variety of problems including anxiety, insomnia, muscle pain, high blood pressure, and a weakened immune system."
Neuroscience
"Neuroimaging studies reveal that many brain circuits that normally regulate mood are dysregulated in depression. Deep in the brain, the amygdala processes stimuli such as rewards and potential threats. In depression, the amygdala is overactive and responds excessively to negative events."