As time goes on, more television shows and movies are attempting to shine a light on mental health and therapy. But some are doing a better job of this than others. With the new series Shrinking, the intention is to start a conversation about therapy and seeking help when it’s needed. However, while attempting to […]
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High-functioning anxiety looks harmless. On the outside, you’re a hard worker with stable mental health. Some might call you a little stuffy, but bosses and coworkers love your dedication and seemingly boundless energy. You arrive on time, complete projects early and impress your superiors. At home, your living space is clean and tidy. You write […]
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Memories play a big part in making us who we are. While long-term memory is the sum of past experiences and lessons learned over a lifetime, short-term memory allows people to operate from one moment to the next, managing daily tasks and living a normal life. Having a problem with your memory can have a […]
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Feeling angry, anxious or sad about an unpleasant or difficult situation is something everyone experiences. However, if these emotions occur suddenly or frequently and are hard to manage, there may be a larger mental health issue at play. Emotional dysregulation refers to an individual experiencing difficulty regulating their emotions and calming down after feeling angry […]
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You’ve probably heard the name Ted Bundy — the serial killer infamously responsible for the deaths of at least 30 young women in the 1970s. With criminologists engaged in studying him to dissect the mind of a serial killer, the case has fascinated and frightened the public for decades. When experts interviewed Bundy, he shared […]
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Think you might be experiencing bipolar episodes? This article can explain how a bipolar person thinks and behaves. Read on to know more. Bipolar disorder can be a confusing condition to understand. While popular media often showcases bipolar episodes as mood swings, the reality is more severe. Previously known as manic depression, bipolar disorder is […]
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Do you find yourself constantly surveying your surroundings to the point that it’s difficult to focus on conversations or tasks? Are you easily startled and reactive to sounds around you? Perhaps you overreact in situations where the environment overwhelms your senses because you feel there’s a potential threat to your own or someone else’s safety. […]
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According to the National Center for PTSD, around 6 out of every 100 Americans will have symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) at some point in their lives. Although awareness about this mental health disorder has increased in recent years, many people still don’t fully understand its causes or what living with PTSD is like. […]
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No one in the small Canadian city of Medicine Hat could have predicted what would happen to the Richardson family on April 22, 2006. The internet and social media were still in their early stages, and internet safety wasn’t yet a prominent concern. Teenagers everywhere suddenly had the ability to connect with people who seemingly […]
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If you frequently experience social anxiety, you may be wondering how to manage the symptoms or identify causes of the disorder to improve your quality of life. Social anxiety can impact you in all areas of your life, from school or work to how you interact with friends and family. If you frequently find yourself […]