Your favorite rom-com or reality show might depict someone continually questioning their relationship — comparing it with others, perhaps, or sharing doubts with a friend. Normal levels of anxiety about a new (or established) relationship are one thing, but when…
In his 1998 novel “Veronika Decides to Die,” bestselling author Paulo Coelho examines the idea of madness, and the toll that conforming to life’s strict guidelines can take on the human spirit. After a failed attempt on her own life,…
For many people, depression is an everyday struggle that makes it difficult to get out of bed, take proper care of themselves, and reach their full potential in life. While many individuals with depression feel alone in living with their…
While you may know about different types of eating disorders, a term that’s often heard less frequently is “disordered eating.” “Disordered eating is more common than one might think,” says Jennie Kramer, MSW, LCSW-R, CEDS, Senior Clinical Advisor to the…
Mental health can take a serious toll on your work, relationships, mood, and your physical body. If that’s not enough to make mental health a priority in your life, you might be surprised to know that mental health can also…
Therapy can help you navigate through a breakup, give you tools to balance stress in your life, or find more effective ways to communicate with difficult family members. Your therapist might be your lifeline to become a better you, but…
Women over 40 know about “the change.” Perhaps their periods become shorter and irregular. Some women might have problems sleeping. They might also see a drop in their sex drive or have vaginal dryness. About 75% of women have hot…
Psychological well-being influences so much of our lives. It can impact our relationships, work, and our physical health. When you think about how your thoughts and emotions affect your behavior, psychological well-being encompasses both our mental processes and our resulting…
A diagnosis of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is typically established during childhood when difficulties in the classroom are observed and other criteria for the disorder are met, according to the American Psychiatric Association (APA). ADHD symptoms can persist into adulthood, and…
Although people might joke that they have OCD about cleanliness or grammar, obsessive-compulsive disorder is a serious condition that can disrupt a person’s life. People with OCD can be plagued with frequent, intrusive thoughts about things like hygiene, perfection, or sex,…