The experience may leave parents asking questions like, Should I force my child to see a therapist? Can I bribe my kid to go? Should I just give up on the idea of therapy? If you suspect your teen has a mental health problem, behavior disorder, or substance use issue, treatment is important. There are several things you can do to help your teen get the treatment they need....
If you truly want to avoid divorce, you must demonstrate that you are capable of real change. Think deeply about what has gotten you both to this place. What behaviors are you willing to change to make your marriage work? Think about what your spouse has probably been complaining about for a very long time. What have you been remiss in hearing? It may seem unfair that you have to do all the changing....
There are many ways to increase your happiness in life, but one of the most simple and tangible ones is by letting go of control. Why should we do that, and how do we even begin? We’ll review everything you need to know about why you should stop trying to control everything in your life, and what steps you can take to get there. Why Do We Feel the Need to Control?...
Does this sound familiar? That’s a lot riding on the mere force of will. Fortunately, there are things you can do to strengthen it. What Is Willpower? Willpower goes by many names: drive, determination, self-discipline, self-control, resolve. At its simplest, willpower is the ability to control or restrain yourself, and the ability to resist instant gratification in order to achieve long-term goals. According to the American Psychological Association (APA), other definitions include:...
A recent study from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), published in Frontiers in Psychology, shows that cursive handwriting helps the brain learn and remember better. The researchers used high-density electroencephalogram (HD EEG) in a group of young adults and 12-year-old children to study brain electrical activity while they wrote in cursive by hand, used a keyboard to type, or drew visually presented words, with varying degrees of difficulty....
Kundalini vs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Researchers recruited 226 people with diagnosed generalized anxiety disorder and separated them into three groups for 12 weeks. One group undertook CBT, considered the first-line treatment for this type of condition, while another did Kundalini yoga classes and at-home practices, and the third received education on stress reduction. They concluded that: CBT was successful for 71% of participantsYoga for 54%Education for 33% “Although CBT is the gold standard of treatment, the fact is that not everyone is able to have access to that,” says Sat Bir Singh Khalsa, Ph....
At the same time, the news is currently full of stories about people who are struggling all over in many ways. It’s easy to find yourself feeling overwhelmed and confused about how you can help. Fortunately, there are some things you can do right now to help during this crisis without leaving your home. And most of these won’t even cost you any money. Stay Home Although you might feel as though you’re sitting around doing nothing, staying home is the best thing you can do right now....
Studies show that communication and self-disclosure help build intimacy in marital relationships. In short, taking the time to chat with your spouse or loved one can make your bond stronger. One way to use this time effectively is by asking questions to build intimacy. Questions to Build Intimacy If you’re feeling distant from your partner or spouse, try asking questions that can help intimacy improve. Even if you’re not feeling distant, these are still good relationship-building questions that can make your partnership stronger....
For students thinking about earning a psychology degree, it’s important to understand what level of education they will need to enter their chosen career path. For some professions, a bachelor’s degree might be sufficient. Other career paths might require some type of graduate degree. Here are the types of psychology degrees, how long each one takes to earn, and the career options available at each degree level. To be blunt, there aren’t many jobs available at the associate level....
So if emotionally crying is uniquely human, why do we do it? Is it just an accident of evolution or are there real benefits of crying for mental health? While plenty of research confirms the physical health benefits of tears like keeping our eyes lubricated and killing harmful bacteria, the emerging body of research on human emotional crying is starting to show that it’s just as important for our mental health....
How Caregivers Can Lessen Stress and Overwhelm The following steps can help you to minimize some of the stress you’re feeling, so you can feel less overwhelmed by the caregiver role.
Pounding heart or increased heart rate Sweating Trembling/shaking Feeling as though you are being smothered or having difficulty breathing Choking Chest pain/discomfort Nausea or abdominal pains and/or discomfort Feeling dizzy, lightheaded, or faint Feeling as though things around you are unreal or feeling detached from yourself Feeling as though you are going to lose control or go crazy Fear of dying Numbness or tingling in extremities Chills or hot flashes...
The practice was based on the idea that certain functions were located in specific areas of the brain. Phrenologists suggested that the brain was composed of muscles that, like other areas of the body, grew bigger when they were used more often. As a result, phrenologists proposed, bumps were produced in those areas on the skull. This article discusses the history of phrenology and how it was used. It also explores the impact of this pseudoscience, including its perpetuation of scientific racism....
Whether you’re working the 12 steps of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Al-Anon, or any other program, step 8 can be humbling, but it can also lead to growth. The eighth step involves making amends with others who may have been harmed by your alcohol or drug use. This step is a chance to grow and improve your relationships with your friends and loved ones—which will only help you going forward in your recovery....
It is normal to be somewhat apprehensive about heights, particularly if those heights are unusual, significant, or unstable. Acrophobia involves a much more significant or disruptive fear that can affect a person’s ability to function in everyday life. Symptoms of Acrophobia Emotionally and physically, the response to acrophobia is similar to any other phobia. Some of the common symptoms associated with acrophobia include: Emotional Symptoms You may feel a sense of panic when you perceive that you’re high off the ground....
Alder was initially a colleague of Sigmund Freud, helped establish psychoanalysis, and was a founding member of the Vienna Psychoanalytic Society. Adler’s theory focused on looking at the individual as a whole, which is why he referred to his approach as individual psychology. Best Known For Individual psychologyThe concept of the inferiority complexPresident of the Vienna Psychoanalytic Society, 1910 Birth and Death Alfred Adler was born February 7, 1870. He died May 28, 1937....
It goes without saying that staying vigilant and managing these symptoms can often be stress-inducing and isolating. In fact, research shows that suffering from allergies is associated with a higher risk of developing mental health conditions. So why isn’t the mental health impact of allergies more often discussed? The Hidden Impact of Allergies There’s no shortage of possibilities when it comes to allergies. People suffer allergic reactions to certain plants, materials, drugs, animal hair and dander, environmental factors, and more....
Anorexia typically begins in adolescents 15 years old or younger. The condition primarily affects girls and women. However, like other eating disorders, anorexia can affect people of all ages, genders, and racial/ethnic backgrounds. Worldwide, it’s estimated that up to 4% of females and 0.3% of males experience anorexia. Symptoms It’s important to recognize all of the warning signs and symptoms associated with anorexia. However, the symptoms often appear differently from person to person....
Symptoms Both ASPD and BPD are Cluster B personality disorders in the DSM-5. Cluster B disorders are characterized by overly emotional, dramatic, and unpredictable thinking and behavior. Both conditions are marked by disinhibition, hostility, and impulsivity. ASPD and BDP are also characterized by an increased suicide rate of between 3% and 10%. However, the two conditions differ in important ways. While antisocial personality disorder is marked by few emotions and affects more men than women, borderline personality disorder consists of extreme emotions and affects both men and women equally....
The good news is that there are coping strategies that you can use to help alleviate social anxiety in meetings at work, both in person and virtual. These are most useful if your anxiety is not severe or you are already in treatment for SAD. Practice If you are required to present during meetings, or simply wish to improve your skills at speaking to a group, there is no substitute for regular practice....
