4 Tips for Embracing a Well-Balanced Diet for the Mind & Body
When it comes to losing weight, dieting can be difficult with many options out there that only deliver temporary results. At North Jersey Health & Wellness, we believe in choosing…
A New Perspective: How Today’s Researchers Are Approaching Depression and Treatment
Depression is one of the most prevalent mental illnesses in America. For years, chemical imbalances in the brain dominated the way doctors and medication…
Understanding High-Functioning Depression
High-functioning depression is a relatively newer term that has been used to describe individuals who are experiencing symptoms of depression but are not registered as clinically depressed. Individuals with high-functioning depression may…
5 Ways a Digital Detox Boosts Mental Wellness
Social media is a wonderful tool for connecting with people and finding information. But it can also spark jealously, become overwhelming, or trigger low self-esteem. In fact, more than two-thirds of adults (67%) agree social media usage is related to…
Returning to the Office: 4 Tips to Maintain Mental Wellness in the Office
company of our coworkers and it seemed that juggling non-stop schedules was second nature. We worked hard to find balance in everything. That is until the pandemic suddenly cut…
6 Tips for Maintaining Mental Wellness in the Fall
Fall is right around the corner and with the new season comes a variety of changes to our everyday routines. But we’re not just talking about swapping flips flops for boots and iced coffee for pumpkin spice lattes…
5 Signs of Depression in Teens
Depression is a serious mental illness that can affect anyone, at any time. Teens between the ages of 15-19 experience some of the highest rates of depression, which can…
Using the Ocean for Mental Health Therapy
With Memorial Day right around the corner, you may have plans to head to the beach for the weekend. And rightfully so, as the ocean is a place we all love to be. Whether it’s for the views, sunrises and sunsets, or a beach day with friends, the sea…
What is Sluggish Cognitive Tempo?
Sluggish Cognitive Tempo (SCT) refers to a disorder that is characterized by a person’s inability to focus on tasks and stay attentive for long periods of time. The symptoms are similar to those found in ADHD, but one of the…
Intimate Relationship Conflicts – Why Conflict Can Strengthen Your Relationship
Conflicts are completely normal in any relationship but resolving disputes to the benefit of both parties and the relationship should be the goal – resolving conflict in a positive way actually brings couples closer…
The 5 Benefits to Physical Activity During COVID-19 and Beyond
When the COVID-19 pandemic began, restaurants closed their doors, busy shopping centers were suddenly barren, and events with major gatherings were canceled. It seemed as if the entire world was at a standstill…
Expectations of Children
How do parental expectations affect children? There are plenty of people who could testify to the harmful effects of failing
Substance Use Disorder
What is addiction? That which is colloquially referred to as “addiction” is clinically known as a substance use disorder. Whether
Staying Social During Quarantine
In Maslow’s hierarchy of needs socializing comes directly after our needs for sustenance and safety. The need to feel connected
Time Bullies
Organizing your time effectively at work can be difficult at the best of times, when others impose with requests and