Why People With Anxiety Struggle More During Travel Season

Travel season should feel exciting, but many people notice their anxiety symptoms rise the moment they start planning a trip. Some shrug it off as “holiday stress,” yet the science shows something deeper happening. A large share of Americans already live with anxiety disorders; NIMH notes that roughly one-third of adults and adolescents experience one […]
Staying Grounded: How to Manage ADHD During the Busy Holiday Season

Something happens in December: Routines unravel, schedules fill, and there is pressure to show up, stay cheerful, and keep track of everyone and everything. For many, this is tiring. For adults living with ADHD, it can feel like losing their grip. If you’ve been working on focus and organization all year, the holidays might seem […]
Managing Holiday Stress: Anxiety and Depression Tips for the Winter Season

The holidays are supposed to feel magical. However, for many of us, the sparkle fades fast. Between gift-giving pressure, endless events, and long, dark evenings, stress builds quietly, and sometimes dangerously. You’re smiling through gatherings, running on caffeine, and telling yourself, “It’s just the season.” But what if it’s more than that? About 58% U.S. […]