When you look back, you may wonder why you made those decisions, particularly the ones that turned out poorly or led to feelings of regret. While it goes without saying that you will probably continue to make bad decisions from time to time, you can gain a deeper understanding of the process behind these sometimes irrational choices. Many factors contribute to poor choices. Understanding how these processes work and influence your thinking may help you to make better decisions in the future....

In this article, find out how BPD can affect your work performance and how to navigate the symptoms that interfere with your career goals and ability to cope with job-related stress. Effects of BPD Symptoms at Work It is possible to have career success when you’re not overwhelmed by your symptoms. But the effects of BPD can vary in different workplace settings, affecting your job performance and your ability to “fit in” with your co-workers....

She responded quickly enough that I wonder if she’s as lonely as I am when it comes to the parenting community. I mean, probably. Most likely, that’s the reason she keeps telling me she’s trans. She’s told me three separate times. And I get it. It’s the same reason I’m lonely—being brown and queer means there’s a huge chance I’ll be rejected by other parents. Especially White hetero ones. Having kids while queer is tricky....

While it may have some benefits, it is important to remember that you may also experience some troublesome caffeine side effects. If you experience some of these symptoms, it might be a sign that you are consuming too much caffeine. Common Caffeine Side Effects There are several short-term side effects that people may experience when consuming caffeine. These side effects typically occur when larger amounts of caffeine are consumed. This often means consuming more than 400 milligrams (mg) or more than four to five cups of coffee per day....

It was first introduced in the United States in the 1880s as a surgical anesthetic. In the early 1900s, cocaine was the active ingredient in many of the tonics and elixirs that were marketed at the time to treat a variety of conditions and illnesses before its side effects and addictive properties were fully understood. It was classified as a Schedule II drug in 1970. In the United States, recreational cocaine use is illegal....

This makes sense because different cultures have different social rules and expectations. What is considered “okay” behavior in the United States might be frowned upon in Japan, and vice versa. In addition, research shows that there are differences in the prevalence of SAD in different cultures. Prevalence Rates Results from the National Comorbidity Survey and the National Comorbidity Survey Replication (NCS-R) show that different cultural groups have different rates of social anxiety....

DBT was originally intended to treat borderline personality disorder (BPD), but it has been adapted to treat other mental health conditions. It can help people who have difficulty with emotional regulation or are exhibiting self-destructive behaviors (such as eating disorders and substance use disorders). This type of therapy is also sometimes used to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Dialectical Behavior Therapy Techniques DBT has evolved to become an evidence-based psychotherapy approach that is used to treat many conditions....

There are more than 11 million LGBTQ+ adults in the United States, yet they remain a marginalized group in health care settings. By looking at existing research on LGBTQ+-specific cardiovascular health disparities, the writing group for the statement highlights gaps in knowledge and offers suggestions for improving cardiovascular research and care for LGBTQ+ people. “Our recommendations underscore the need for healthcare professionals, researchers, and policy makers to understand the multi-level factors that influence cardiovascular health,” says Carl G....

Anxiety can increase brain fog because anxiety will often lead to fixating or worrying about a situation or thought. Rumination like this can overwhelm and exhaust the brain. Thus, any strain on the brain may impact mental clarity and “alter aspects of cognitive performance.” Likewise, anxiety levels can increase when experiencing brain fog as you’re still trying to carry out tasks. Trying to complete tasks while you have brain fog can make you feel anxious....

My Mind and Me offers insight into the past few years of the life of superstar singer and actor Gomez, a time during which she dealt with the autoimmune disease lupus, received a kidney transplant, and confronted overwhelming mental health challenges, including a diagnosis of bipolar disorder. Meanwhile, Stutz is an ode to Hill’s psychiatrist Phil Stutz, in which many of the therapeutic techniques that Dr. Stutz used to help Hill are shared, even as Hill provides a peek at the body image issues and other difficulties, including the untimely death of his brother, that led him to seek out Dr....

Amy Morin, LCSW, the editor-in-chief of Verywell Mind says, “Alcohol sales have skyrocketed as people have felt increasingly stressed. And during this stressful time, many go-to coping strategies were taken away—such as going to the gym or having lunch with friends. Therefore, a lot of people have turned to alcohol as a way to handle their distress. But problem drinking is likely to make things worse.” The holidays are a complex time of the year for many independent of the pandemic, We may wonder whether alcohol consumption during this time should be examined a little closer....

Writing is a complex task that involves many parts of the brain. Dysgraphia tends to be a catch-all phrase for any issues related to writing. Someone with dysgraphia may in fact struggle with several tasks and skills, including penmanship, spelling, grammar, punctuation, paragraph composition, reading, and math. This article discusses the types, symptoms, causes, and management of dysgraphia. Types of Dysgraphia These are the two types of dysgraphia: Symptoms of Dysgraphia Someone with dysgraphia may face difficulty with the following tasks:...

While thinking of embarrassing things to do in public might seem like the last thing you would want to do if you live with SAD, it just might be the best way to start overcoming your fears. This strategy can serve as a type of exposure that can help you confront your fears and practice facing social challenges. This article explores some of the embarrassing things you can do in public to help confront your anxiety....

Emetophobia can begin at any age; although, many adults report having a fear of vomiting as a child. There is limited research into how common this fear is. However, one study suggests that emetophobia is rare in that it exists in 0.1% of the population. Emetophobia may be related to other fears, such as having a fear of food. It can also be related to different mental health conditions, such as an eating disorder or obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)....

What Is Equine Therapy? Equine-assisted psychotherapy incorporates horses into the therapeutic process. People engage in activities such as grooming, feeding, and leading a horse while being supervised by a mental health professional. Goals of this form of therapy including helping people develop skills such as emotional regulation, self-confidence, and responsibility. With mature horses weighing anywhere in the range of 900 to 2,000 pounds or more, it might feel a bit intimidating to have such a large, majestic creature participating in your therapy sessions....

According to Kolb, this type of learning can be defined as “the process whereby knowledge is created through the transformation of experience. Knowledge results from the combinations of grasping and transforming the experience.“ Experiential learning theory differs from cognitive and behavioral theories in that cognitive theories emphasize the role of mental processes while behavioral theories ignore the possible role of subjective experience in the learning process. Experiential Model Theory In the experiential model, Kolb described two different ways of grasping experience:...