Overcoming Self-Sabotage
Self-sabotage happens when someone participates in one or more behaviors that undermine their wellbeing and success. From procrastination to stress eating, self-sabotaging behaviors take...
Self-sabotage happens when someone participates in one or more behaviors that undermine their wellbeing and success. From procrastination to stress eating, self-sabotaging behaviors take...
Research indicates that brain function tends to decline with age, but it also shows that measures can be taken to reduce this decline. Here...
Empathy is the glue that holds humanity together. Through it, we’re able to feel concern for people we’ve never met, help address social issues...
A person’s quality of life largely depends on their ability to be productive. Whether it’s meeting quotas at work, completing assignments for school, or...
Research suggests that your mood in the morning affects your performance throughout the entire day. Therefore, a set of mood-lifting morning habits can help...
The holiday season can be challenging when you are dealing with the loss of a loved one. You may find it difficult to put...
Helping others and giving back to the community make you feel good. The same can be said for giving a gift to a friend...
Sometimes life doesn’t go as planned. When we face disappointment, a flurry of emotions can follow such as sadness, anger, stress, and even self-doubt....
Stress, wanting an escape, peer pressure, curiosity, self-medication, trying to feel grown up—there are many reasons teenagers experiment with drugs. But with time, that...
Sleep deprived and reaching for a sugary energy drink or high-calorie snack to get through the day? Many of us have been there. In...
It’s well-known that showers are necessary for staying clean, but they also have some powerful psychological benefits like decreasing anxiety and depression, relieving stress,...
Though people sometimes use the terms interchangeably, there are key differences between “empathy” and “sympathy.” What is empathy? Empathy is the ability to recognize,...
The typical workday can be exhausting for most, but when does this exhaustion become burnout? Burnout is defined as emotional or physical exhaustion resulting...
If you’re feeling stressed about upcoming elections, you’re not alone. Political stress, the feeling of stress or anxiety related to elections, is common. According...
When you’re lonely, missing a loved one, or just want someone to talk to, it can be tempting to opt for a quick text...
A majority of Americans eat more than the recommended amount of sugar each day. That’s no surprise since there is evidence sugar is more...
Some days, the perfect way to relieve soreness and tension is by stepping into a warm bath or hot shower. Athletes can often be...
We all know the benefits of regular exercise: a longer life, a decrease in stress, an increase in self-esteem. However, sometimes exercise can become...
Addiction is a chronic condition that can have chronic consequences. Substance use can affect several aspects of a person’s life depending on the substance...
Are you getting enough fruit and veggies, and what does it have to do with your mood? Nutritional psychology is a newer field of...
The American Psychological Association defines “violence” as an extreme form of aggression. In 2021, the United States saw 1.3 million cases of violent crime,...
While self-soothing and self-care may sound like similar concepts, they’re quite different. At the basic level, self-care is a long-term way to manage stress...
During the COVID-19 pandemic, many families opted for homeschooling instead of the traditional, in-person classroom. Homeschooling can have great results for some students while...
As college students return to campus, many will choose to rush Greek organizations or rejoin their fraternities and sororities. Though these communities offer socialization...
Suicide is a leading cause of death in the United States, with someone dying from suicide every 11 minutes. That’s why we want to...
Night terrors happen to a person when they’re asleep, often causing them to experience intense fear, scream, or even sleepwalk. While they are more...
Being rejected hurts. Whether romantic, career-related, or personal, rejection is part of the human experience, but that doesn’t make it any less shocking or...
Seasonal affective disorder is a form of depression most often associated with winter months, but it also has another variation that impacts people during...
Stress is an inevitable part of life, so it’s important to find ways to manage it. Sometimes taking time to move in a slow,...
No one likes germs, but some people may experience extreme anxiety at the thought of touching a surface that could contain germs, bacteria, or...
Whether you’re entering the workforce for the first time or transitioning to a different company, starting a new job can cause a variety of...
Talking about mental health matters, and the words we use can have a Bullying comes in a wide variety of forms. From name-calling to...
Talking about mental health matters, and the words we use can have a huge impact. In a study from Emory University, researchers found 50...
Running has a wide variety of health benefits like improving blood pressure, building heart muscles, and strengthening bones. Beyond the physical benefits, running is...
There’s no doubt that getting a massage is relaxing and rejuvenating. Massage therapy, however, can be expensive, time-consuming, and even inaccessible in some areas....
On the surface, social media can seem like a great thing. Connecting with those you can’t be physically close to and finding communities that...
While fireworks delight celebratory crowds in the summer, for those experiencing PTSD, autism, or sensory-related triggers, these loud and illuminated events can be anxiety-inducing....
It can be frustrating, upsetting, and anger-inducing to be ghosted. While it usually happens in romantic partnerships, ghosting can occur in a variety of...
From siblings to spouses, relationships within a family can have an impact on mental and physical wellbeing. The quality of these relationships is built...
Nearly 65% of girls and women are on birth control in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. But...
If you suffer from a mood disorder or depressive illness, you are not alone. These challenges are incredibly common and impact about 1 in...
Traveling to a new place can be fun, exciting, and give you the chance to try something new. However, sometimes the only way to...
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. All adults play a role in building the safe, stable, nurturing homes and environments needed for the healthy development...
Taking the time to understand and be connected with your gender and sexual identities can be a stressful and trying process. Once you have...
Smiling is something we do tens or even hundreds of times each day without thinking about it. Outwardly, a smile sends a clear message...
We often associate grief and loss with sickness and death. However, those aren’t the only times we can feel the pang of grief. Losing...
Whether it’s court cases that exemplify bias or unjust killings of people of color, it’s evident we are not in a post-racist society. That’s...
Do you ever feel like you aren’t getting enough sleep? Maybe you’ve resigned yourself to “just being a night owl,” but sleep is a...
Do you ever find yourself wanting to listen to sad music? According to one study, it may help you effectively process emotions. So, pull...
Many of us have heard of attention deficit disorder (ADD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). However, ADD is no longer considered its own...
The Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community is less likely to seek help for mental health concerns than the general population. This is...
Did you know that your morning cup of coffee or favorite afternoon soda contains a psychoactive drug? While it’s mostly harmless, caffeine alters our...
Students everywhere are gearing up for graduation and their transition into college, graduate school, or the workforce. However, as the ongoing pandemic continues to...
If you feel anxiety surrounding doctor and dentist appointments, you’re not alone. Dental anxiety impacts around 36% of adults, and many also share a...
Working from home. Scrambling to find child care. Coping with the death of a loved one. Feeling distant from friends. These are just a...
Student-athletes undoubtedly face anxiety while playing their sport. From pressure to make the shot, get the goal, or score the touchdown to the looming...
The popularity of dating apps has surged in recent years, especially with the pandemic forcing millions of people into isolation. Platforms like Tinder, Hinge,...
While it’s sometimes assumed that the male-to-female ratio of autism diagnoses is 4:1, it’s really closer to 3:1, research shows. According to the Centers...
Studies show that people with bipolar disorder are more likely to be more creative. One well-known artist who suffered from bipolar disorder is Vincent...
Do you have a picky eater at home? Good nutrition can make a big impact on children’s mental health and development, so the Academy...
Nutritious food is a critical piece to better mental health. If you’re operating on a tight budget, it’s still possible to eat healthy while...
You’ve heard the saying, “You are what you eat.” It rings true regardless of your age or weight. Eating right and having good nutrition...
Moving the clock forward or backward one hour may not sound too drastic, but it can have a noticeable impact on your daily schedule...
From puberty to age 50, women are twice as likely as men to develop an anxiety disorder. While around 43% of these cases are...
There are countless ways that people deal with pain, trauma, mental illness, and the challenges of life. One way that people, especially adolescents and...
If you’re worried that you or someone you love may be struggling with an eating disorder, there are some symptoms that could indicate an...
