Narcissistic behavior involves several toxic traits that can damage relationships and cause family dysfunction. Its characteristics include denial, gaslighting, manipulative behavior, a sense of entitlement and a refusal to take ownership of problems. If someone you know is a narcissist, they may have narcissistic personality disorder, but that isn’t always...
Countless cheesy Hallmark movies and Christmas songs depict the holidays as a magical time filled with joy and cheer. But for many people, the holidays can cause intense anxiety, depression, and frustration. Fortunately, there are many time-tested therapeutic techniques that you can use to beat holiday stress and enjoy...
People who serve in the military frequently face many risks. Depending on their role, they may end up in hazardous situations with an increased likelihood of injury or fatality. The heightened chance of suffering a mild or severe traumatic brain injury (TBI) or developing PTSD is of particular concern. According...
When you’re struggling with your mood, relationships or motivation, having a neutral third party to talk to can be helpful. However, it might be tricky to find a mental health provider if you aren’t sure what to look for. While many types of therapists – including social workers, licensed...
Suicide remains one of the leading causes of death in the U.S., which has led some mental health professionals to classify it as a severe epidemic. Every year, mental health organizations, suicide survivors and those whose lives have been touched by suicide observe National Suicide Awareness Month in September. The...
Pretending to have a mental illness has become popular among young people on social media, especially on TikTok. Claims of dissociative identity disorder (DID) on forums, video platforms, and chat threads have led to misinformation about this condition, including how rare it is. What is Dissociative Identity Disorder? Dissociative identity disorder...
Do Social Situations Scare You? Almost everyone feels nervous when giving a presentation or going on a first date. But for those with social anxiety disorder, day-to-day interactions can cause severe distress. If you struggle with talking to others, you’re not alone. Today, we’ll discuss the symptoms of social anxiety,...
Personality disorders are often more challenging to recognize than other diagnoses. This is because symptoms tend to be more subtle and only become evident after a period of time. Because of this, clinicians look at patterns and rely on the observations of loved ones or self-reported indicators of these...
For the last 17 years, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline has been a vital resource for people experiencing mental health crises. The 1-800 number connects those struggling with suicidal thoughts to a person who can connect them with resources and deescalate the situation. However, remembering this ten-digit number has...
Though it affects a smaller portion of the adult population than children, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder can impact functioning at any age. As an adult, it’s more difficult to receive a diagnosis of ADHD. This is partially due to the widespread abuse of medication used to treat this disorder. However,...
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