In November 2022, the world changed when ChatGPT was released. Everyone suddenly had a quick, convenient way to get answers to any questions they had in a way that had never been seen before. One immediately popular way to use ChatGPT was for medical assistance, including in the mental health space. But is a mental […]
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Watch any realistic morning routine video from a celebrity, influencer or vlogger and you’ll see one thing most people have in common: They wake up and immediately look at their phones. Morning routines may be different, but that one action is consistent. But this isn’t the healthiest way to start the day. Keep reading to […]
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If you believe depictions of personal interaction portrayed in the media, you’d be convinced that everyone easily meets new people and has a good time. That’s not reality, however. It’s acting. While not as prevalent as other forms of anxiety mental health disorders, social anxiety disorder is relatively common. According to the National Alliance on […]
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Have you ever spent hours scrolling through streaming options only to give up without watching anything? Perhaps you’ve abandoned a shopping cart because you weren’t quite sure if there might be a better deal elsewhere. These seemingly minor moments of indecision are symptoms of decision paralysis, a modern psychological phenomenon often called FOBO or the […]
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Celebrity mental health is always a headline-grabbing topic. Often, celebrities seem like picture-perfect humans who can’t get anything wrong, so it’s shocking when they start to spiral out of control or discuss their struggles. Ed Sheeran is one celebrity who hasn’t held back in making comments about his mental health, his addiction struggles and how […]
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Experiencing trauma can profoundly impact your life in ways that extend far beyond the initial event. Whether you’ve experienced childhood adversity, witnessed violence, survived abuse or endured other traumatic experiences, the effects can manifest in your physical health, emotional well-being and daily functioning. Trauma-focused therapy represents a vital approach to healing that recognizes these far-reaching […]
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Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder affects around 15.5 million adults in the United States. This complex neurodevelopmental disorder brings a range of symptoms, from inattentiveness and disorganization to difficulty regulating emotions. The impact of ADHD on mental health is a critical topic that highlights the unique challenges individuals with ADHD face in managing their emotional well-being. […]
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If you’re the parent of a young child — or know a parent of a young child — you’ve probably heard of gentle parenting. First, there was Montessori learning, then baby-led weaning and now gentle parenting. It’s the latest trend you can’t escape as a parent. In fact, one study found that 75% of millennial […]
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For years, school bullying has been dismissed as “character building” or just part of the everyday growing-up experience. For victims of this type of harassment, the experience is much more than unpleasant. The trauma can last for years and alter a person’s mental health, self-esteem and ability to trust others. While the causes of bullying […]
Post-traumatic stress disorder is a common condition. According to the World Health Organization, 3.9% of the world’s population has experienced PTSD at some point. When most people think of PTSD, they think of survivors of violent trauma. However, the condition can be triggered in many other ways. In this article, we answer some common questions […]