When many people think of therapy, they picture someone lying on a couch while a therapist quietly takes notes and carefully analyzes what’s beneath the surface. For some, that style of therapy is meaningful and effective. For others, it may not feel like the right...
Those with chronic illness and pain often report higher rates of stress, frustration, anger, and hopelessness that can lead to higher rates of depression, anxiety, other mood disorders, and substance use compared to the general population. The ongoing physical...
Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is an emotional regulation disorder marked by intense emotions, mood instability, and impulsivity that can include harmful behaviors. BPD can result in challenges with self-image, confidence, fear of abandonment, and...
After not feeling well rested after sleepless nights, we may be at risk for developing anxiety and depression. Anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can also lead to insomnia by causing racing thoughts, nightmares, or nervous feelings about...
Depression and anxiety can lead to emotional eating (using food for comfort with stress), low energy levels and reduced physical activity, disrupted sleep that can lead to overeating, and weight gain from medication use. Obesity can also exacerbate mental heath issues...
In healthy relationships of any kind, both people give and receive relatively equally and retain their own identities. But in codependent relationships, there is an unhealthy relationship with a giver and taker in which the giver relies on their taker to excessively...
Radical acceptance allows us to tolerate distress so it doesn’t cause suffering. Denial of distress can keep us focused on what we can’t change — unfairness — while “it is what it is” can prevent us from denying our situation. Staying focused on unfairness can leave...
Therapy can help you resolve emotional and mental issues. There are different types of therapy that address different needs: Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)Our thoughts contribute to feelings and behaviors. When we change our thoughts, we have the potential to...
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