Struggling with OCD? ERP can help.
Exposure and Response Prevention “retrains your brain” to put false threats back in perspective. Imagine this scenario—you park your car and start walking toward your …
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7 thinking errors that can harm your mental health
Cognitive distortions can fuel anxiety, misery and self-loathing. Oh my! We all fall into the trap of a cognitive distortion from time-to-time. We might relive …
Does your child refuse anything that feels like a demand? PDA may be to blame.
For some children, demands create so much discomfort that compliance feels impossible, even for things they enjoy. You’ve made your child’s favorite meal for dinner, …
Living in slow-mo? Psychomotor retardation in depression explained.
Psychomotor impairment is a common but poorly understood symptom of clinical depression that can make everyday tasks feel impossible. Your child (or partner or best …
5 ways hot weather can harm your mental health
When temperatures soar, mental health takes a dip. Read on for tips to cope. Much of the US and other parts of the world are …
Paralyzed by ADHD? 8 tips to get unstuck and get stuff done.
You’ve got so many things to do that you can’t do a single one of them—that’s how it feels to have ADHD paralysis. Most of …
Love the skin you’re in. 5 tips for boosting your body image this spring.
Emerging from the cozy den of winter may leave you feeling wobbly and exposed. Here’s how to gird your self-image to prepare for bathing-suit-and-shorts weather. …
Do you have traits of Borderline Personality Disorder? Take this quiz to find out.
Highly stigmatized and often misunderstood, people with BPD need compassion, understanding and access to effective treatment. Imagine a 3-year-old child named Ellie who lives with …
Why is bipolar disorder so often misdiagnosed?
Many people struggle with bipolar symptoms but get diagnosed with something else. Without effective treatment, life can feel difficult or even unbearable. Learn the signs …
How do we cope with unending communal grief and trauma?
Just a month into 2023, we’ve already suffered more than 1,600 gun deaths in the US. Whether it’s a mass shooting, police brutality, or family …