People who are troubled may have no idea that mental illness has anything to do with their difficulties. A psychiatrist explains how to talk to a teen, adult, friend or coworker who has you concerned.
Mental Health
How To Heal From Trauma
Trauma can stem from many different experiences. And even though your brain holds onto it, there are ways to heal from emotional trauma.
What Is Conscious Parenting?
Parenting takes a lot of work, but we often forget how to reevaluate the kind of parents we are — and the kind of parents we want to become. A psychologist helps explain the importance of conscious parenting and why it matters.
Everything You Need To Know Before Starting Therapy
Whether you’re on the fence about starting therapy or ready to jump right in, there are some things to consider before your first session.
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What Is Cognitive Dissonance?
If you’ve ever made a decision despite the fact it goes against your values and beliefs, and you then felt stress, regret or turmoil, you’ve experienced cognitive dissonance. Learn how to cope with those difficult moments and how to better manage your response.
Why Goblin Mode Is the New Self-Care Routine
Every now and then, it’s OK to go goblin. Here’s what goblin mode is and why it can boost your mental and physical health.
Tips To Keep Your New Year’s Resolution
Do you struggle to keep your New Year’s resolution? With a few tweaks, you can learn how to set more realistic, achievable goals to make this year a success.
How the Norwegian Concept of Koselig Can Get You Through the Winter
Learn how to take “cozy” to the next level, Norwegian style!
5 Tips for Surviving the Holiday Party Season
We all want to have a good time during the holiday season, but sometimes, even the pressure to “have fun” can cause stress. If you’re someone who’s dreading the avalanche of holiday party invites and the anxiety that comes with them, here’s how you can cope.
Winter Blues Got You Down? Here’s How To Cope
If the cold, dark days of winter have you down, you’re not alone — many people experience winter blues. But you can beat the winter blues with exercise, light therapy and more, and learn how to distinguish between when it’s winter doldrums or depressive disorder.