Mental Health Topics, Psychiatry Should You See a Psychiatrist? 7 Reasons To Consider It by Taylor Hiers, MA, LPC on Jun 25, 2021 If you find yourself wondering “should I see a psychiatrist?” chances are you are experiencing uncomfortable symptoms or dealing with a tough situation that is interfering with your ability to live your life the way you want. Deciding whether or not you should see a psychiatrist can feel like a…
COVID-19, Mental Health Topics, Self-Improvement Your “Hot Girl Summer” checklist for mental well-being in a post-pandemic world by Wistar Murray on Jun 23, 2021 When Megan Thee Stallion released her feminist rap anthem “Hot Girl Summer” in summer 2019, she couldn’t have anticipated what it would mean for us in summer 2021. We’ve all suffered a year plus of trauma and isolation. This time around the sun, your seasonal makeover will have to go…
Addiction, Mental Health Topics The relationship between gambling addiction and mental health by Milica Kostic on Apr 21, 2021 There’s something in human nature that is drawn to gambling. Even children bet on who can hold their breath the longest or who will dare to jump over a small stream. It’s no wonder casinos and betting shops do big business. As adults, we still crave the buzz, the adrenaline,…
Ask a Therapist, Mental Health Topics, Relationships Broken up by Heidi Faust, LCSW on Apr 13, 2021 Q: MY EX BROKE UP WITH ME ALMOST 2 MONTHS AGO NOW. IT DIDNT END BAD WE JUST REALIZED WE WERE MORE FRIENDS THAN IN A RELATIONSHIP. HE SAID HE WASNT IN LOVE WITH ME ANYMORE SO WHY DO I STILL WANT SOMEONE THAT DOESNT WANT ME. WHY DO I…
Mental Health Topics, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) How to stop intrusive thoughts and control OCD symptoms by Madison Bambini on Mar 10, 2021 If you or someone you know struggles with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), you’re probably aware of intrusive thoughts. These are those unwanted, stress-provoking thoughts and urges that seem to come out of nowhere and prohibit you from thinking straight or performing certain tasks. For example, you might be running late for…
Abuse & Neglect, Mental Health Topics Verbal and emotional abuse: What’s the difference? by Taylor Bennett on Feb 7, 2021 We sometimes use the terms “verbal abuse” and “emotional abuse” interchangeably… but we shouldn’t. Because while they might overlap, verbal abuse and emotional abuse are very different, with distinct characteristics and impacts. Verbal Abuse: The Aggressive Use (or Suppression) of Language Verbal abuse is the use of language to hurt…
Anxiety, Feelings & Emotions, Mental Health Topics Use this easy to remember CBT mind routine to stop unwanted thoughts by Dr. Anthony Metivier on Jan 22, 2021 For years, I experienced unwanted thoughts. I’ll spare you the gruesome details, but chances are, you or someone you love knows just how bad the mind can get. In fact, we know a lot more than ever before the kinds of pain people are going through. To take some examples: The online…
COVID-19, Mental Health Topics, Self-Improvement 5 notable ways the pandemic emphasizes the importance of health and wellbeing by Sophia Smith on Dec 14, 2020 The current year is quickly drawing to a close, and many will say good riddance. There is no denying that 2020 has been tough on us all, and that the COVID-19 pandemic has caused much heartache around the world. Even though 2021 is right around the corner, though, that doesn’t…
Mental Health Topics, Self-Care How to plan a luxury staycation and get the most out of it by Sophia Smith on Dec 14, 2020 Throughout a raging pandemic, the world embraced the immense importance of wellbeing and healthy lifestyle choices. We’ve all been going above and beyond to fight our cravings, introduce more vitamin-rich snacks into our days, and somehow, keep stress at a minimum in order to protect our health and sanity. We…
Mental Health Topics, Self-Improvement, Work & Careers 3 qualities you can harness to be more successful in your career by Ryan Pell on Dec 14, 2020 What do employers usually expect from a job candidate? Of course, skills, experience, and education play a significant part in landing the job of your dreams. But there are situations (and you’ve probably gone through them yourself) when a company chooses a person with almost no qualifications for the job,…
COVID-19, Mental Health Topics, Personality Are introverts thriving during quarantine? Not necessarily—and here’s why by Beth Ellwood on Dec 14, 2020 Since the spring of 2020, the way we socialize has been turned on its head. Social distancing has drastically cut down our interactions with each other, and there has been great discussion about how the pandemic may be affecting our mental health. But there’s one group of people no one…
Anxiety, Ask a Therapist, Depression, Mental Health Topics My relationship is triggering panic attacks and depressive thoughts—What do I do? by Rachel Lee-Nigsch, LCSW, MEd on Dec 9, 2020 Question: I’m having panic attacks and I’m not sure if I can repair my relationship with my boyfriend after he lied to me about having a 1 year old son and I am uncomfortable with his relationship with his child’s mother. I don’t want to break up with him, but…