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Whether you want to better understand yourself, the people around you or the contours of the human mind, our mental health experts are here to help! They share tips to improve your wellbeing, manage stress, improve relationships and deal with chronic conditions.

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October 24, 2024/Sex & Relationships

Understanding Gaslighting: What It Means, How To Recognize It and What To Do

If someone is making you doubt your sense of self and overriding your needs or ignoring your emotions, that someone may be gaslighting you

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October 23, 2024/Mental Health

Stressed Out? Use These 14 Healthy Coping Mechanisms

Fill your coping toolbelt with healthy skills like getting outside, writing in a journal, volunteering, laughing or talking with a friend

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October 22, 2024/Mental Health

What Is an Energy Vampire?

Some people tend to suck the energy out of social situations and leave you feeling emotionally drained

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October 21, 2024/Sex & Relationships

Am I Being Gaslighted? Take This Quiz

This 15-question quiz is designed to help you recognize signs of gaslighting tactics and behaviors

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October 21, 2024/Children's Health

What Is Birth Order Theory?

Being the oldest, youngest or middle child may affect characteristics and traits, but the theory isn’t an official medical or psychological diagnosis

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October 21, 2024/Mental Health

Recognizing the Symptoms of Being Roofied

Sudden changes in mood, behavior, alertness and intoxication level are red flags

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October 17, 2024/Children's Health

Is ‘Eldest Daughter Syndrome’ Real?

Being the oldest female sibling in your family can have an impact on your personality and behavior

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October 15, 2024/Mental Health

Inductive vs. Deductive Reasoning: The Difference and How They Affect Your Well-Being

Inductive and deductive reasoning are thought patterns your brains uses to help you make decisions

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October 8, 2024/Mental Health

Hands Off! How To Stop Touching Your Face

Face-touching is a common habit, but one that can be overcome, like by learning to recognize when you’re doing it and keeping your hands distracted

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October 4, 2024/Mental Health

How Stress Can Make You Sick

We all experience some stress from time to time, but chronic stress can contribute to health issues like diabetes and cardiovascular disease

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