
Combatting Myths and Stigmas About OCD
There are many myths and stigmas that arrive for those with OCD, as this chronic mental disorder often comes with many misconceptions and biases that

Ensuring Your Child is Supported at School
Parents are the first teachers that children ever know. From the moment they’re born, you’re setting an example and showing them how to navigate the

The Psychology Behind Being Child-Free
It’s often reinforced that having a child is an important milestone in one’s life. Many people assume this is a natural progression, and for those

The Damaging Effects of Negativity and How to Overcome It
When mental health comes into the picture, most people think of mental health disorders like anxiety, depression, PTSD, and others. But beyond these conditions, pessimism

What is Burnout? How to Spot and Treat It
People’s work environments have become more demanding than ever. Managing your work-life balance can easily take a toll on your mental health as more people

Healing Shame and Self-Forgiveness When You Have PTSD
For those with post-traumatic stress disorder, self-forgiveness is a valuable yet often neglected part of trauma healing. While most people emphasize the idea of forgiving

The Impact of Climate Change On Mental Health
One aspect of climate change that isn’t often considered is how it can impact our mental health. This may seem a strange idea at first

Does Screen Time Affect Mental Health?
Technology practically allows us to do almost anything; with our smartphones, you can watch your favorite shows, order groceries to your doorstep, read a new

Managing Panic Disorder and How to Identify It
Unreasonable feelings of fear and anxiety can often cause physical symptoms, such as fast breathing, sweating, and increased heart rate. When these attacks occur regularly,

Learning How To Cope After Emotionally Traumatic Events
Many people will see or personally experience traumatic events throughout their lives, and people can be exposed to traumatic events in numerous ways. Experiencing a

How You Can Help Your Children Survive Divorce
There’s a lot to manage when you suddenly find yourself going through a divorce. On top of all the legal and financial concerns, it’s important

How Chronic Depression Affects Families
When most people talk about depression, they’re often referring to feelings of numbness, loss of interest, and mental impairment to one’s quality of life. Depression

Treatment Approaches For Autism And How They Help
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), also referenced as simply autism, is a disability originating in the brain. Some individuals with autism have a known genetic condition,

The Differences Between Shyness and Social Anxiety And When To Seek Counseling
There are many characteristics shared by shyness and social anxiety. If you’ve gone through your whole life telling others that you are shy, you may

Teens and Chronic Illness: Managing Their Mental Health
Living with chronic illness is a challenge for anyone. It can be particularly difficult for those early in life. While parents with children with a

Do Optimism and Pessimism Impact Health Outcomes?
The concept of something being “all in your head” has long been associated with imagining pains or illnesses. However, it may turn out that this

The Fine Line Between Dependency and Addiction
Dependency and addiction often get confused with one another, as they’re quite similar on the surface. However, understanding the difference can help you get the

Suicide Risks In Older Gay and Bisexual Men
For those within the LBGTQ community, suicide is the second leading cause of death among young people. They’re four times more likely to consider suicide

Discovering The Psychological Impact of Music
Music is a treasured and important part of the lives of millions of people around the world. No matter how different the culture, music plays

Finding Your Family While Struggling With Mental Health
Family can be among the most important elements of working through your mental health concerns successfully. In order to communicate effectively with them there must

Helping Your Mental Health Survive The Pandemic
In March of 2022, we will have been living in the pandemic for a total of two years. Throughout this period, millions of us have