Can Horror Movies Help With Mental Health? (includes quiz)
Every October, plenty of anxious people voluntarily sit in the dark and let a movie scare them. The idea that this might be good for …
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How to Encourage a Depressed Boy or Man to Get Help (includes quiz)
Many males who are struggling never say so. They say they’re tired, stressed, or “fine.” Meanwhile they work longer, drink more, snap at people they …
Sadness is useful. Depression is not. (includes quiz)
Learn to spot the difference so you can embrace sad moods but seek help if they turn into depression. In our race to “hack” happiness …
Can Medication Help with OCD? (includes a quiz)
Short answer: yes, for most people, it genuinely can. If you or someone you love is dealing with obsessive-compulsive disorder, medication isn’t a last resort …
When Medication Might Help Your Child — and How to Talk About It (includes a quiz)
Deciding whether your child might benefit from medication is one of the harder calls a parent makes. The good news is that this is one …
Myths About Autism — And What the Research Actually Shows (includes quiz)
Autism awareness has grown enormously over the past decade, but awareness and accuracy haven’t always grown together. Many people carry outdated or flatly wrong ideas …
Can Anxiety Be Treated — And Will It Ever Go Away? (includes quiz)
If you’ve typed some version of this into a search bar at 2 a.m., you’re in good company. “Can anxiety be prevented?” “Is anxiety a …
Should I Start Taking Medication? Here’s How to Think It Through (includes quiz)
Wondering whether medication might help is a reasonable response to feeling stuck. There are practical, accessible ways to decide on a next step. You can …
How Do I Get Mental Health Help If I Can’t Afford It? A Guide for Tennesseans
If cost is the reason you’ve been putting off mental health care, here’s the good news: Tennessee has more free and low-cost options than most …
Is There a Connection Between ADHD and Autism?
If your child has been diagnosed with ADHD, autism, or is being evaluated for either, you may be wondering whether the two are related. The …