Mental Health

All children go through emotional fluctuations but some have more difficulty coping than others. Here are 11 warning signs that your child may benefit from therapy.

Psychopaths are not only difficult to deal with, but sometimes dangerous. To ensure general wellbeing and safety, here’s a list of signs to help spot a psychopath and tips on how to avoid and deal with one…

Fluctuations in a persons mood each day is normal, but drastic changes in personality could be a sign of a medical or mental condition. Here’s a list of 14 health conditions that can affect a person’s personality…

It’s normal to have high levels of cortisol occasionally but chronic high levels can wreak havoc in the body. Here’s a comprehensive look at what cortisol is, how it affects the body, and how to spot the warning signs of high cortisol levels. 

Trauma dumping is the act of oversharing emotions in a way that is harmful to the other person. This is an in-depth look into what trauma dumping is and how to deal with it…

Gaslighting can be incredibly distressing so it’s important to know how to respond. Here’s a look at what gaslighting is, the common signs to watch for, and seven ways to respond and take back control.

More than 44% of teens reported persistent feelings of sadness and hopelessness in the first half of 2021, according to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The early 2022 report, which was based on an online survey, also found that nearly 20% had seriously considered suicide, and 9% attempted suicide. The […]

Talk therapy is a form of psychological treatment that involves talking with a trained therapist. There are many different types of talk therapy so it’s important to have a full understanding of what it is and what it offers. Here’s what you need to know about talk therapy. 

A woman and her fiancé joke and laugh together while playing video games after a long day. A college freshman interrupts verbal harassment aimed at a neighbor, who expresses gratitude as they walk home together. A man receives a phone call to confirm an appointment, and stumbles into a deep and personal conversation about racism […]

Mental illness occurs when the brain isn’t working properly. And it’s a lot more common than you may think, affecting 1 in 8 people. There’s a lot more to know about mental health disorders too. Here’s a look at the common types of mental illness, their prevalence, and their risk factors.