When you’ve experienced trauma, receiving early emotional and practical support can help you cope and address your physical and emotional needs. Many organizations use a system known as psychological first aid (PFA) to assist survivors in the immediate aftermath of a distressing event. Let’s explore how PFA works, whether it can reduce the risk of […]
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Sep
Sep
It’s common for people to keep secrets. One study found that the average person is holding onto 13 secrets at any given time, and five are secrets they’ve never told anyone else. And another study found that 1 in 5 people keep a major secret from their spouse! But it’s when you keep secrets from […]
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Sep
Sep
Labels are a significant part of daily life and often used as an organizational method. For example, you may label your spice jars in the kitchen to avoid surprises when cooking. However, applying labels to people can have mixed results. Being assigned a label can feel like a judgment on your character or personality. Even […]
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Aug
Aug
Roughly 5.7 million adults in America are currently experiencing bipolar disorder, many of whom are parents. Having bipolar parents at any age can be incredibly challenging and stressful, especially if their condition is undiagnosed and untreated. Of course, young children arguably suffer the most as they don’t yet have the capacity to understand what mental […]
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Aug
Aug
Does my mom have ADHD? That’s for a professional to diagnose, but children can see the signs. Parents with ADHD often struggle with tasks that impact their children. While in some cases it’s diagnosed and treated, a parent with undiagnosed ADHD may not understand why some things are so difficult. Executive functioning deficits can mean […]
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Aug
Aug
Most of us use social media regularly. In 2022, 82% of the U.S. population described themselves as currently using social media. It’s accepted as a standard practice and constantly at our fingertips thanks to our mobile phones. However, in the last few years, there’s been a shift in the conversation about social media’s effects on […]
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Aug
Aug
Watching a loved one struggling with addiction can be incredibly difficult for their family. For the families of some 46% of American adults — with just over a fifth of those people dealing with the combined effects of alcohol and drugs — it’s common to feel frustration and a sense of hopelessness. Substance abuse disorder […]
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Aug
Aug
Many people struggle to get a good night’s rest. It’s estimated that 50–70 million Americans have chronic sleep disorders. You might have difficulties sleeping for many reasons; stress, anxiety and mental health conditions like ADHD impact sleep. But whatever the reason, it’s vital to address sleep problems as soon as possible. Luckily, fixing your sleep […]
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Aug
Aug
Did you know a 2023 survey found less than half of all American workers use all their vacation days? Compared to many European countries, the United States already gives employees much less vacation time, so knowing that some people aren’t using all the PTO they’re given is quite shocking. Whether you spend time off at […]
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Aug
Aug
Depression is a serious mental health disorder affecting about 5% of the global population. It can severely impact a person’s life and cause a lot of distress for the people closest to them. If someone you love is depressed, you may be experiencing various emotions, including sadness, helplessness and frustration. Watching a loved one struggle […]