These days, it's easy to confuse burnout with everyday stress. While both can impact your mental and physical health, understanding the difference is essential for effective recovery. Stress is often a temporary response to specific challenges, such as work deadlines or personal responsibilities. It can...
Starting therapy can feel both exciting and nerve wracking, especially if it’s your first time. At Brightside Behavioral Health, we understand how important it is to feel comfortable and informed as you begin working toward your mental health goals. To help ease any uncertainty, we...
The New Year often comes with excitement and a little pressure to set big resolutions. We’re surrounded by messages of “New Year, New Me,” encouraging us to aim high and tackle everything at once. While setting goals can be inspiring, it’s important to approach the...
The holiday season brings opportunities for connection, celebration, and togetherness, but for individuals living with social anxiety disorder, these moments can feel terrifying. Social anxiety disorder, also known as social phobia, is more than simply being shy or introverted. It’s an intense fear of social...