July 13, 2020
A personality disorder is a mental condition that is chronic and pervasive throughout one’s life. It is identified by an unhealthy pattern of thinking, interpreting
A personality disorder is a mental condition that is chronic and pervasive throughout one’s life. It is identified by an unhealthy pattern of thinking, interpreting
Participating in an online chat room could be tempting, particularly for individuals with anxiety. It is often a subtle way to share your feelings and
Alcohol is commonly considered in a separate class from drugs. However, even though it is legal, alcohol falls into the category of drugs. It can
In the modern age of many distractions, active and engaged listening is a skill most people could afford to improve. Paying close attention to what
Most women experience some anxiety and fear about labor and childbirth. It is a significant event and the pain that women experience during childbirth is
It is safe to say that parents want the best for their children, as parents are generally well-intentioned in how they raise their families. However,
Many of us respond to increased competing demands in life by trying to do more. We work longer hours and push ourselves to fit more
An egocentric bias involves a perspective that is heavily weighted towards a person’s own point of view. One with such a cognitive bias has difficulty
A delusion of grandeur refers to a person’s false belief that they are someone other than who they are or believe they have special powers.
Hebephilia refers to the primary or exclusive adult sexual interest in pubescent individuals ranging from age 11-14. Hebephilia is differentiated from pedophiphilia, which involves exclusive
Contrary to the beliefs of some, crying is an important component of mental health and wellness. The benefits of crying are often unrecognized, overlooked and
At first glance, the idea of cell phone separation anxiety can seem flippant. Could people being away from their phones actually cause extreme problems or
Kleptomania is a relatively rare mental health disorder characterized by the recurring inability to resist stealing. People with this condition have experienced repeated, unsuccessful attempts
Many of us have heard extreme stories of catastrophic events taking place and learning that there were people nearby who did not take action to
Cyclothymia, also known as Cyclothymic disorder is characterized as a less severe, more chronic type of biopolar disorder. It involves episodes of hypomanic symptoms (euphoria
Perfectionism contributes to high stress and anxiety. There can be confusion sorting through what is high achieving vs perfectionism. The critical difference is that perfectionism
There are physical and mental health benefits to keeping with a daily routine, particularly as it relates to sleep. The natural patterns and activities that
The Type A/B personality theory is popular and commonly referenced in the mainstream. Understanding people and their personalities is complex and sophisticated. Many factors contribute
The term bystander effect has been described as the trap of inaction. It describes the phenomenon during which the presence of others discourages people from
Triangulation is a tactic used to manipulate an interaction between two people who are not communicating directly with each other. It is problematic because a
Psychology can feel abstract and intangible for some to understand. Brain functioning is complex and much of it still remains a mystery. Scientists are committed
According to the split attraction model, how someone experiences attraction can be split into categories. For some people romantic and sexual attraction are distinctly different
Stockholm syndrome has been referred to as traumatic bonding. It is a survival strategy involving victims can experience feelings of trust or affection towards their
Microaggressions can describe behaviors or comments that was subtle, inflict insult or injury on individuals, based on their identity with a certain group. It is
Jealousy is a common challenge in intimate relationships. While the impact of jealousy can range in intensity and severity, it is damaging and will lead
Verbal abuse often goes unnoticed and unrecognized. It is more subtle than physical abuse yet can cause similar emotional damage. Verbal abuse can occur in
DO YOU. There has been recent attention drawn to this expression, reflecting the message to be yourself. Being you and doing you starts with knowing
Monogamy in and of itself is often considered a positive, desirable attribute of a relationship in western culture. It is when two people commit to
No lives are completely void of risk taking; however, there is a vast continuum of risk seeking behaviors. Risky behaviors are those that expose us
The descriptor of “dysfunctional family” is used broadly without a clear definition. The term dysfunction suggests that something is broken or clearly not functioning properly.
Most of us have experienced anxiety or self consciousness during a social situation. Public speaking is a common source which may include self-consciousness, embarrassment, or
Imagine if you could have control over the workings of your mind. Innovative findings in neuroscience tell us that we can actually train our brains
The term existential crisis can be used flippantly and we may experience different understandings of the term. Having a clear purpose is proven to be
