Fighting for social change has the potential to make a meaningful impact on history, especially if you pay attention to the work that has already been done to inform and guide your efforts. This article will discuss the ways in which you can avoid mental and physical exhaustion as you help to fight for social change. Leading With Values A good starting point in your fight for social change is to connect with the values that are important to you....

Setting goals for your own personal development can be an effective (and less stressful) way to grow emotionally and intellectually. Goal-setting can help you to succeed as a person in the ways that are important to you and can help you to streamline your life, minimize stress, and really become the person you were meant to be in far less time. It can also help you to stay mentally sharp as any lifetime learner can tell you....

Although many schools have increased security protocols, including hiring armed guards and having police presence on campus, there is no evidence that these measures have increased student safety. In fact, increased police and security presence in schools increases risks for harm and racism against Black students and other students of color rather than improving safety. Similarly, although students report feeling more prepared for a shooting following drills, there is no evidence that lockdown drills have made students safer when shootings occur....

Porn watching can impact the satisfaction couples feel in their relationships. Ahead, we’ll discuss when watching porn is and isn’t cheating, along with how you can help make talking about it more comfortable. For Monogamous Relationships A monogamous relationship is one in which you and your partner are the only parties, period. So if one of the people in the relationship is watching other people have sex, does that count as infidelity?...

While treatment for depression such as therapy or medication has been shown effective, research has also shown that about one-third of individuals who discontinue treatment will experience relapsing depression within one year. While it is possible that those who relapse will experience the same symptoms they did during their first depressive episode, it is also possible that the symptoms that they experience will be entirely different the next time....

But how effective is drug addiction treatment for achieving these goals? The answer to this question depends, in part, on how effectiveness is measured. Measuring Drug Treatment Effectiveness According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), effective drug treatment has to do more than stop a person from using drugs and help them remain drug-free. It must also achieve three additional goals; with treatment, the person should: For more mental health resources, see our National Helpline Database....

You’ve probably also spotted at least a few infographics on Pinterest or Facebook claiming to reveal your dominant brain hemisphere. And maybe you have come across a few articles or books suggesting you can unleash the hidden creativity of right-brain thinking or the deductive logic of left-brain thinking. People described as left-brain thinkers are told they have strong math and logic skills. On the other hand, those who are described as right-brain thinkers are told that their talents are more on the creative side of things....

The same week, a similar law passed South Dakota’s state legislature, with Governor Kristi Noem expected to sign it. The Kansas state Senate passed a similar bill which will soon be voted on in the state’s House of Representatives. At least 25 states have proposed similar, discriminatory bills, and the number is growing. “Having these bills merely introduced, discussed, and on the table is so othering,” says Cathryn Oakley, state legislative director and senior counsel at Human Rights Campaign....

Classified as a mood disorder, depression can affect the way you think and feel. It can cause severe symptoms, to the point where it can make it difficult for you to function on a daily basis. You may feel low for weeks or months, and lose interest in things you previously enjoyed. If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with major depressive disorder, you may wonder what the treatment options are and what the prognosis for this condition is....

However, the body must be renourished to recover, and therefore treatment requires new eating habits that will reduce the effects of malnourishment and habituate the eating disorder patient to a broader spectrum of foods. Often, the person with an eating disorder must make these changes despite persistent eating disordered thoughts and intense anxiety. Meal support is one tool that can ease the transition.​ What Is Meal Support? Meal support is the provision of emotional support during meal times, focused specifically on helping the patient to consume the food on their meal plan and redirecting behaviors that sabotage eating and recovery....

Fortunately, there are a number of medications available to treat anxiety disorder symptoms. Learn what these medicines are, how they work, their benefits, and their potential risks. Medications Used to Treat Anxiety Disorders There are four major classes of medications used in the treatment of anxiety. Each class attempts to reduce anxiety in a different way and has its own benefits and risks. While some may be considered preferred options, drug selection can vary based on the type of anxiety you have and your symptoms....

While the relationship between skin lesions and substance use is not fully defined, there is some evidence that points to the development of these itchy, red lesions (also known as meth sores) after meth use. Characteristics of Meth Sores Meth sores often look like small, round red patches on your skin. They can often be confused with acne when they appear on the face or a rash when they appear on other parts of the body....

It is the narcissist’s thin skin and sensitivity that leads to this rage because of a deep-seated fear of being “found out” for not being the person they portray themselves to be. Signs of Narcissistic Rage Are you wondering if someone you know might be exhibiting signs of narcissistic rage? Or are you somewhat aware that you may have this tendency yourself? If you’re not sure, take a look at this list of the signs and symptoms of narcissistic rage....

This national research study was conducted with 1305 participants to explore the relationship between internet addiction and mental health a year into the pandemic and found that those with internet addiction were ten times more likely to have depression, nine times more likely to have anxiety, and 14 times more likely to have both depression and anxiety. While internet usage may be necessary for some tasks, including work and school during the pandemic, these research findings may provide an opportunity to assess how much time may be better spent elsewhere....

Usually, the term peer pressure is used when people are talking about behaviors that are not considered socially acceptable or desirable, such as experimentation with alcohol or drugs. Though peer pressure is not usually used to describe socially desirable behaviors, such as exercising or studying, peer pressure can have positive effects in some cases. Types of Peer Pressure In reality, peer pressure can be either a positive or negative influence that one peer, or group of peers, has on another person....

In order to move forward, it’s important to swap negativity with rational, positive thoughts. This shift can come to you more easily and automatically with practice, eventually shaping new thinking habits and strides toward recovery. Subscribe Now: Apple Podcasts / Spotify / Google Podcasts How to Ease Stress With Affirmations Here are some ways to use positive affirmations to manage stress, particularly when dealing with anxiety at the same time....

Genetic Problems Genetics plays a major role in development. In some cases, genetic problems can emerge that may impact both the current and future growth of the developing child in the womb. Down Syndrome: Also known as trisomy 21, Down syndrome is the most common genetic anomaly during prenatal development. Down syndrome is caused by an extra copy of the 21 chromosomes (meaning there are three chromosomes instead of the usual two) and impacts approximately 1 out of every 1,000 infants....