Written by Ruhee L. Sutar, PhD, LP – Licensed Clinical Psychologist We “gained” an hour on Sunday, November 2, 2025 and lost the light we actually needed. Great trade. Earlier sunsets land just as the calendar starts yelling be merry, buy now. If you feel more tired, irritable, or thin‑skinned, you’re not broken; your body clock and your to‑do list are pulling […]
Category Archives: Stress
Anxiety, Menopause, Mental Health, Stress
Menopause Isn’t Just Hot Flashes: Hidden Brain, Mood, and Sleep Struggles You Need to Know
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Oct
Oct
Image by GERVASIO RUIZ Written by Kathy Drzewiecki. Reviewed by Erin Lawton, PsyD, LP. When we hear the word menopause (the point at which a woman has missed 12 consecutive menstrual cycles), most of us think of hot flashes, night sweats, and unpredictable cycles. But there’s a whole other side to this transition that doesn’t get […]
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Sep
Written by Joanna Woo, PsyD, MBA. Reviewed by Emily Sander, PsyD, LP. As Miley Cyrus sang in her song The Climb, “there’s always gonna be another mountain, I’m always gonna wanna make it move, always gonna be an uphill battle, sometimes I’m gonna have to lose.” These lyrics resonate with many people because they can […]
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Jul
Picture driving through the woods, windows down, the breeze in your hair, and John Denver’s Take Me Home, Country Roads playing on the radio. You sing along with your grandma, feeling utterly at home. This is the magic of music—it stirs emotions, uplifts spirits, and connects us deeply. Science shows music’s rhythms and lyrics trigger pleasure, release calming hormones like prolactin, and even foster social bonds. From the upbeat pulse of Imagine Dragons’ Thunder to the poignant metaphors in Taylor Swift’s All Too Well, music heals and transforms. While it’s a powerful ally for mental health, it’s not a substitute for therapy. Discover how professional support can amplify your emotional well-being at Nowlogy.
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Dec
Dec
Written by Dr. Idania Hernandez-Gato. Reviewed by Dr. Erin Lawton. Hispanic/Latinos are the largest and fastest-growing minority in the United States (U.S.).The population reached 63.6 million in 2022, compared to 56.6 million in 2015. By 2060,this group is expected to grow up to 129 million, which corresponds to 30% of the U.S.population. The Hispanic/Latino community […]
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Jan
Many know that stress negatively affects mental health, but what happens to the body? Your physical health can be at risk if prolonged, intense stress is never addressed. Those with chronic stress may feel restless at night, have unexplainable sickness, and have trouble focusing on daily activities. Physiological Impact of Chronic Stress on the Body […]
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Dec
Dec
Not everyone experiences a joyful and cheerful holiday season. Numerous individuals grapple with stress stemming from work, life adjustments, relationship status, exams, financial challenges, and the demands of travel. The prefrontal cortex, responsible for managing thoughts and emotions, becomes particularly active when confronted with multiple tasks. Holiday stress is also known as “acute stress,” which […]
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Oct
Oct
Stressing for college exams? Are you prepared? College stress levels can be at an all-time high this time of the year. With it being mid-term exam season, how do you know it’s time to get some help? Difficulty concentrating, irritability or low mood, unmotivated, fatigue, having less fun than normal, changes in appetite or sleep? […]