Stop fat shaming. It’s harmful and it doesn’t work.
Stigmatizing weight makes us more likely to gain weight, not less. It also puts us at risk for depression, self-esteem issues and eating disorders. The …
Men’s silent suffering can have deadly results
Men die by suicide at startlingly high rates. Why does this happen and what can we do about it? Did you know that men are …
Haunted by painful memories? EMDR therapy might help.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an interactive therapy technique that may help you recover from trauma and negative life experiences quickly and without …
10 of the most unusual phobias
10 of the most unusual phobias Many of us feel uncomfortable around certain objects, situations or animals. We might not like spiders or elevators, but …
Can Marvel’s Moon Knight Get Dissociative Identity Disorder Right?
Hollywood’s fascination with mental disorders is almost as problematic as it is long-lasting. Fictional portrayals, even those that attempt to be sympathetic, tend to reflect …
Do you have Relationship OCD?
Plagued by senseless doubts about your partner? It might be Relationship OCD. Occasional doubts are common. Doubts that mess up a healthy relationship may indicate …
5 steps to work through difficult emotions
Use mindfulness and acceptance to move through your pain toward clarity and peace. Sometimes life feels overwhelming. We all have so much to deal with …
Do you have chronic back pain? Retraining your brain might help.
More than 50 million Americans suffer from chronic pain, an often incurable problem that costs billions and ruins lives. New research shows that pain reprocessing …
Is your anxiety “normal” or something to worry about?
How to recognize unhealthy anxiety and what to do about it. We all feel anxious sometimes. You might get butterflies before speaking to a group …
Which mental health career is right for you?
Considering a mental health career but don’t know where to start? Read on to find the best path to reach your goals.