Rheyanne Weaver

One of the biggest decisions for women is whether to have children or not. Now that women have the ability in most areas of the world to make a choice about their lives, having children is not ...

Surviving cancer is a great accomplishment, but unfortunately it can also take a mental toll on some survivors. The 25th Annual National Cancer Survivors Day is June 3, 2012, and both experts and ...

May is National High Blood Pressure Education Month, so it’s only fitting to discuss what high blood pressure is, and the mental health connection related to this medical issue. The National ...

Diabetes is a growing health condition that affects 25.8 million people of all ages in the United States, according to 2010 statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website. ...

Jab, cross, hook, uppercut! You may be familiar with those terms -- they are examples of the types of punches used commonly in kickboxing and also boxing. Over the past few months, I’ve taken ...

People can suffer from emotional or psychological trauma as a result of various traumatic events, such as rape, war, accidents, abuse and natural disasters. For people who have gone through ...

May is Mental Health Month, and this year there is a focus on “healing trauma’s invisible wounds,” according to Mental Health America, the organization that promotes awareness of mental health ...

Overweight teens who have a higher body satisfaction and positive body image also tend to have higher self-esteem, and are less prone to engage in unhealthy behaviors to control their weight (such ...

We live in a society and culture that is constantly telling us that we are not good enough the way we are. We’re too fat or too skinny. Our skin isn’t smooth enough, our pores are too big and ...

We live in a vain and appearances-obsessed society, but being shallow and high-maintenance isn’t considered a mental disorder. However, a small percentage of people do struggle with their ...

It’s hard to know how to help loved ones without offending them in the process, especially when there is a mental health issue involved. In honor of Alcohol Awareness Month in April, experts ...

A spotlight has been put on older adults misusing drugs and alcohol, and a new survey sheds some light on this growing issue in the United States. Results from a survey conducted by the Hanley ...

My last article explored how social media and networking sites like Facebook can affect mental health in different ways. Experts discussed issues some people face with body image issues, ...

Multiple studies have come out showing both harmful and beneficial effects of social media sites like Facebook. So which one is it? Does interacting with friends or acquaintances via the ...

Whether your boss is demanding more from you, or you’re unable to pay all your bills on time, life is full of stressors. April is Stress Awareness Month, and experts and everyday people who have ...

Do you think your drinking habits are safe? It’s better to be safe than sorry when it comes to your health, and the nonprofit organization Screening for Mental Health is offering online screening ...

If you tend to put more importance on treating your diabetes than your depression, you're in good company with many other Americans. A new study from the American Psychiatric Association has ...

Women know how horrible periods can be -- oftentimes there is both physical and emotional pain. Fortunately, experts have some tips on how women can improve emotional and mental health during one ...

Living alone can be associated with independence and positive feelings, but a new study suggests that living without roommates could actually increase the risk for developing depression. The ...

For many women, having children is a major goal in life. So it’s understandable that the inability to have children can be difficult for some women to cope with. National Infertility Awareness ...

If you’ve ever felt like your stomach was in knots after stressing over an upcoming test, you know the power your mind has to affect the rest of your body. April is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) ...

There has been a recent debate over the actual existence of sex addiction. Many wonder if it is just an excuse for bad behavior, or if it’s an actual addiction that is difficult to control. ...

Americans are obsessed with weight and health. See how far you can get through the day without hearing a comment about what someone ate, what she did for exercise and whether she thinks she’s too ...

A new study published in the Journal of Affective Disorders has suggested that depression screening and treatment should start at a younger age. The results of the study involving a sample of ...

Sleep, or the lack of it, can affect every single one of us, and our mental health. And a new poll conducted by the National Sleep Foundation demonstrates how lack of sleep can also affect our ...

Physical health issues can coincide with mental health issues sometimes, and a new study demonstrates this connection. Researchers found a link between migraines in women and a later development ...

Last weekend I went to the Arizona Renaissance Festival and did something I never thought I would: I went to a palm reader booth. My sister and one of our friends wanted to, and I thought it would ...

You can’t always feel like a million dollars, but if you’re constantly feeling poorly about yourself, it’s time to work on improving your self-esteem. In fact, February is Boost Self-Esteem Month, ...

It’s only nearing the end of February, and the gym already looks almost half empty. What happened to all of those New Year’s resolutions to lose? And what about your decision to buy only two new ...

Would you be caught out in public with no makeup on? A large number of women feel uneasy by the idea, which could indicate some major body image issues. A new survey from The Renfrew Center ...

It’s difficult to acknowledge that for part of your life you’ve been deceived by false information. For example, you could have small realizations, like the fact that crossing your eyes too much ...

A major emphasis has been placed recently on the rising rates of obesity in the United States, and an obsession with thinness has only increased. Unfortunately these focal points of society have ...

Rejection is an unfortunate part of life we must handle, but life must go on so it is important to move on from rejection. However, some types of rejection can be more devastating than others and ...

Life is a continuous journey, and along the way many people learn more about themselves and try to solidify their identity, find happiness, peace and purpose. Spirituality can be a small or ...

The new Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) is supposed to be released in May 2013, and with its publication could come a sea of changes to mental health diagnoses. ...

A recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention stated that binge drinking is on the rise for U.S. adults, and now prescription painkiller overdoses appear to be at an epidemic ...

I've discussed disordered eating in the first part of my two-part series on the subject, What Is Disordered Eating? but how does disordered eating relate to eating disorders like anorexia and ...

Eating disorders are popular in celebrity news, and they’re also being brought to the forefront with awareness weeks like the National Eating Disorders Awareness Week that’s coming up at the end ...

It’s hard to ignore the seemingly dire reports and studies that come out every year, suggesting that the mental health of Americans is only worsening (or staying the same with no real ...

Think of all the men and women you’ve encountered in your lifetime. Chances are, you’ve met someone or even have a close friend or family member who has an eating disorder. This concept is the ...

Did you know that drinking four or more alcoholic drinks during one sitting is considered binge drinking? According to a recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, binge ...

Rush hour traffic can put everyone on the alert and make people even go into survival mode, with hearts racing every time an accident almost happens. Even without rush hour traffic, driving can be ...

“Senior moments” may begin earlier than previously thought. A new study suggests that mental decline can happen as early as 45 years old. With this knowledge, it’s important to focus on ways ...

Changing yourself in any way is a major challenge, but learning how to be more accepting of others is a skill that can enable you to be a more positive, happy and successful person. Experts ...

It’s a new year, and many people have lofty goals of improving every aspect of their lives. However, it’s more realistic to start in steps, and one improvement that could drastically change ...

New Year’s resolutions tend to focus on weight, general health and finances, but they can also extend to mental health. Experts give their mental health New Year’s resolutions suggestions for you ...

Acupuncture is thought to have different mental and physical benefits, and a new study adds support to the mental health benefits of acupuncture. According to study results at Georgetown ...