Mental health & psychology are keys to happiness. These mental health archives feature anxiety, stress, loneliness and more.
My friend recently asked me for advice on how to handle something their child had done at school. I had just come home from a parent-teacher meeting at my own child’s school about a similar issue, and I found myself advising my friend based on my child’s experience and not on what her child had … Read more
What’s your first instinct when facing a problem? If you’re like me, your first thought is to run… or avoid it at all costs. And while that’s a natural response, it’s not always the best response. In fact, dealing with problems makes you a stronger version of yourself. I promise. So, in this article, I’ll … Read more
We all want to stay on top of what’s going on in the world around us… but if watching or reading the news is causing you stress, you aren’t alone. In fact, a 2020 World Health Organization report coined a new word: “infodemic”. Infodemic refers to “an overabundance of information” that is sometimes inaccurate. … Read more
Depression is tricky. It can sneak up on us and embed itself into our lives without us even realizing it. As a result, we lose interest in what we once enjoyed and start feeling hopeless or sad. This makes it even more challenging to stay positive when we face new challenges. Fortunately, there are tools … Read more
Feeling insulted when someone says or does something inappropriate is perfectly normal. Sometimes, you may get angry enough to point out what bothered you. And that’s okay too, if you can accept an apology and move past the offense without making too big of a deal out of it. But for narcissists, putting an unintentional … Read more
Substance abuse can destroy your life. The possession, use, and sale of drugs can be both dangerous and illegal. In spite of this, many people still become addicted to them. In this article, we provide you with a list of movies that can help you understand the dangers of drug use and addiction. These 31 … Read more
Ever scrolled through social media and stumbled upon a meme that felt a little too real? We’ve all been there, finding humor in the little truths that resonate with our own experiences. Mental health memes have become a unique way for many people to express their feelings, making the struggles they face more relatable. While … Read more
While sitting in a therapist’s office and discussing your emotions, you begin to shake, twitch, and cry. You don’t know why. It’s just happening. Or maybe you’re at a massage clinic, and the deep, smooth movements working the tension from your muscles cause you to cry uncontrollably. In both cases, you’re probably experiencing signs your … Read more
Learning the difference between being a highly sensitive person vs autism can make a big deal in terms of understanding how to respond and support individuals with these special needs. While they both have shared traits, there are important distinctions. Being able to recognize what sets these two apart can go a long way to … Read more
Do you ever find yourself overthinking the simplest things, like what to wear, say, eat, or do? Do you ever laugh at yourself for being so silly and irrational? If so, you’re not alone. Many people can relate to the struggle of overthinking and the hilarious memes that poke fun at it. In this article, … Read more