by Mandi Corbett | May 29, 2019 | Confidence
Confidence and self-absorption rooted in narcissism are not the same: first, narcissism is self-focused while confidence considers the wellbeing of others. Additionally, narcissists constantly crave affirmation as they are hyperaware of others’ opinions, while...
by Mandi Corbett | Sep 10, 2018 | Counseling News, Mental Health, Suicide Awareness
Suicide is more common than a lot of us realize—which makes it incredibly important for us to understand the warning signs and look out for those around us. Two common warning signs are hopelessness and withdrawal: individuals may feel extremely hopeless about their...
by Mandi Corbett | May 25, 2016 | Counseling News, Eating Disorders
A 22-year-old woman arrived at the dentist office complaining of pain and swelling in her lower jaw. She was a successful electrical engineer who appeared to be in good health . . . but dental professionals knew something wasn’t quite right. Upon further...
by Mandi Corbett | May 23, 2016 | Bully, Counseling News
While the term “bullying” may conjure up images of the schoolyard—an older, stronger child overpowering a younger, weaker one for his lunch money—bullying is certainly not limited to elementary school. Bullying often occurs far into adulthood, although it can be much...
by Mandi Corbett | Mar 27, 2016 | Career and Money, Children, Counseling News, Family, Parenting
It’s 7am. You haven’t had your coffee. Your three-year-old is clinging to your leg like a Kuala bear because he’s hungry. You make your way to the kitchen, trying to blink away the lack of sleep from your eyes, when a sharp object sinks into the bottom center of your...
