AI Psychosis? Worrying Affects of AI on Mental Health
What is “AI Psychosis”? With the emergence of generative AI, these models have become a larger part of our everyday lives. Because of this, concerns have grown about how prolonged exposure to these systems may affect the human brain. One trending phenomenon has been referred to as “AI Psychosis”. It consists of psychotic-like symptoms in […]
AI Therapists: What You Need to Know
With many people struggling to find the time or resources for traditional therapy, a new and surprising option has emerged. Artificial intelligence, specifically ChatGPT, is being used by people as a form of virtual therapy. While the use of AI in therapy presents promising opportunities, it also raises important questions about effectiveness, safety, and ethical […]
How Social Media Shapes Our Mental Well-Being
Social Media and Your Mental Health In a world where staying connected often means staying online, social media has become a part of daily life for most of us. According to the Pew Research Center, 69% of adults and 81% of teenagers in the United States use social media. While it can be a powerful […]
Online EMDR: Everything You Need to Know
What Is EMDR? EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy. It is a therapeutic approach that involves moving the eyes in a specific, guided way while recalling and processing traumatic memories. The goal is to help individuals reprocess these distressing experiences so they no longer have a strong emotional impact, allowing people to […]
How Goal Setting Can Improve Your Mental Health
At WellQor, we understand that mental health is a journey—a journey that can be challenging, but also filled with hope, progress, and transformation. One of the most effective tools to support mental health and well-being is goal setting. Setting clear, attainable goals can help you focus on their growth, gain a sense of control, and […]
Dealing With High Functioning Depression
What is High Functioning Depression? High functioning depression isn’t a DSM-5 mental health condition. Rather, it’s a relative term used to describe less-symptomatic cases of depressive disorders that aren’t noticed by others. The term has become a popular way to label people experiencing a type of depression that doesn’t fit the stereotypes of depression. People […]
Coping With Grief: Clearing Up Common Myths
There are some common myths surrounding grief that we use to make sense of our experiences, but these myths can be unhelpful or even harmful to our mental health when taken as fact.Grief is an incredibly complicated emotional experience, and one that can be nearly impossible to prepare for.
How to Find a Therapist That’s Right for You
Finding the right therapist can be difficult, as a quick search is going to yield hundreds of results with many of them booked or not specialized in what you need.
The Lifecycle and Symptoms of Anxiety: When to Seek Help
Anxiety is a very common condition that almost everyone will deal with at some point in their adult life. While it might sound and feel scary, anxiety can be treated very effectively. The level of anxiety that we feel in our daily lives is dependent on our understanding and management of our symptoms.
Am I Depressed?
Depression is a very common condition that most adults will deal with from time to time. Oftentimes, depression can be caused by changes in life we aren’t ready or able to adapt to. We depend on stability to stay mentally grounded, and when our routine is thrown out of whack, we can get what’s called situational depression.