The process of grieving can involve a host of different emotions including sadness, anger, guilt, and regret, and it can be helpful to have a professional there with you through the stages of this process. A bereavement therapist can help with things like adapting to life without your loved one, working through guilt about things you wish had gone differently, and sharing feelings that you otherwise might not have anyone with whom to share....
Sometimes referred to as “Hansel and Gretelling,” the term is derived from the idea of leaving behind a trail of breadcrumbs for someone to find what they’re looking for, much like in the children’s story. Breadcrumbing has become an all-too-common form of manipulation in the dating world, especially with the rise of online and app-centric dating. Breadcrumbing vs. Gaslighting While it may sound a lot like gaslighting, and while they both are forms of manipulation in relationships, they are not the same thing....
The DSM-IV included five subtypes of schizophrenia, including disorganized, paranoid, catatonic, undifferentiated, and residual. The subtypes were removed from the current version of the DSM (DSM-5, released in 2013), as it was determined that they were not helpful when treating the disorder. Despite the change, disorganized symptoms remain one criterion for diagnosing schizophrenia. Some individuals may show more of these types of symptoms than other symptoms of the disorder. In the most general sense, disorganized schizophrenia refers to the disorganization of thought processes, behavior, and affect regulation (emotions)....
Everyone experiences a wide variety of stress during life. These stresses can range from daily annoyances to major events such as a job loss, divorce, or the death of a loved one. Whether the stress is large or small, your ability to tolerate distress can play a role in how you manage the situation. Learning distress tolerance skills can make a very positive difference in your ability to handle difficult emotions....
In the American context, it disproportionately affects Black Americans, Asian Americans, Native Americans, Pacific Islanders, and Latino populations. This article discusses environmental racism and its impacts on BIPOC groups, the history of environmental racism, examples of it, and what can be done to mitigate this issue. Environmental Racism Disproportionately Harms People of Color Environmental racism works in tandem with industry practices and public policies to benefit White individuals while putting the burden of cost on people of color....
From physical problems like a potential lack of access to sanitation supplies, to the verbal shaming of menstruating people as “dirty” or “unclean,” period stigma results in a lower quality of life for those who are faced with it. In developing nations, this can be even more harmful. Menstruation is normal and natural, occurring monthly for about 40 years for those who have wombs, and the stigma around it serves no useful purpose....
Similarly, when you enter a room, such as a restaurant, bar, office, or conference room, you probably do a quick scan of the room. If someone seems physically attractive to you, your eyes may linger on them, or keep going back to them, and you may find yourself interested in what they’re doing or saying. Physical attraction is often instant, and it can contribute to feelings of excitement, increased energy levels, and craving for physical connection upon seeing someone for the first time....
Pop psychology is often associated with quick fixes as it promises easy solutions to difficult problems. It is also associated with personality tests that may not be scientifically validated. Popular personalities who promote pop psychology approaches such as Dr. Phil McGraw or Oprah Winfrey have contributed greatly to the growth of pop psychology. This article discusses the history of pop psychology and its types. It also teaches you how to spot pop psychology information and explores the pitfalls of relying on this kind of content....
For example, some mental health conditions may make you more likely to experience sleepwalking. Moreover, sleepwalking can trigger or exacerbate several mental health conditions, and may have negative impacts on your relationships and quality of life. Let’s take a look at the mental health impacts of sleepwalking, how to manage them, as well as how you can cope with sleepwalking in general. What Is Sleepwalking? Sleepwalking is a kind of parasomnia, or abnormal sleep behavior....
According to the opponent process theory, the mind can only register the presence of one color of a pair at a time because the two colors oppose one another. The same kind of cell that activates when you see red will deactivate in green light, and the cells that activate in green light will deactivate when you see red. This explains why you can’t see yellowish-blue or reddish-green. The opponent process theory of color vision, along with trichromatic theory, contributed to the current understanding of sight....
Studies have shown that sleeping in the same bed—and with the same blanket—as another person can reduce your sleep quality by 30%. If you live with your partner, it’s presumed that you share a bed together. But that doesn’t mean sleeping with another person is ideal for you. From insomnia, to blanket tug of war, to waking up chilled because your s.o. has stolen the covers again, some people just don’t thrive in a bed with another person....
Overview You think your mate will change. Or that you can help bring out the best in them. You hope that in time, the difficult aspects of your spouse’s personality will go away. But in the vast majority of cases, it simply does not happen. The result is that you may find yourself married to a person you don’t like. Comments from others, such as “You should have known better,” or “Didn’t you see it while dating” won’t help....
Occasional periods of feeling this way are perfectly normal. It might mean that you’re under extra stress or trying to deal with something out of the ordinary in your life. These feelings are temporary and usually nothing serious. They can sometimes be a sign that you need to step back, take a break, and let your mind and body rest. At other times, these lingering feelings where you don’t feel like doing anything can be symptoms of more serious problems such as depression or some other type of mood disorder....
If the Risk of Suicide Is Imminent If your friend is at risk of attempting suicide right now, call your local police department or 911 right away. Imminent danger includes situations where the person is in possession of a weapon, pills, or other means to follow through with suicide. If possible, don’t leave them alone and do your best to remove any items they can use to hurt themselves. If it is safe, you may also drive your friend to the emergency room....
The anti-Asian incidents occurred in the form of slurs, shunning, microaggressions, verbal harassment, and physical assault. More than half of the reported incidents were directed toward Asian American women. It’s still likely to happen to both genders, but women are significantly more fearful about being a target. While these numbers have reached a fever pitch (and are most likely undercounted), this type of race-based harassment is not a new experience for Asian American and Pacific Islander women....
In a study recently published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, researchers looked at data on more than 80,000 women collected over a total of 22 years. They found that women who were dealt a double blow of social strain and job strain were 21% more likely to develop coronary heart disease, the leading cause of death in the United States. Here are the latest findings on stress and heart disease, and what they could mean for overall heart health as we recover from the challenges of the pandemic....
Similarly, hitting the gym once in a while won’t relieve much stress if you’re not regularly fueling your body with healthy, nutrient-dense food. You need to take care of your basic needs first if you want your stress relief activities to be effective. This article discusses some of the different types of self-care and why they are so important. It also covers some of the things that you can do to develop a self-care plan of your own....
Unfortunately, this heightened sensitivity to internal and external stimuli often translates into rumination and extra stress. Follow Now: Apple Podcasts / Spotify / Google Podcasts How to Be Less Sensitive Below are five strategies you can use to cope with the additional and unique stress of being a highly sensitive person. Create Healthy Boundaries When we speak of “boundaries,” we mean boundaries in your relationships, but we also mean it in other ways as well....
Some researchers focus more on one specific school of thought, such as the biological perspective, while others take a more eclectic approach that incorporates multiple points of view. This article explores seven of the major perspectives in psychology, where these perspectives originated, and how they attempt to explain psychological issues. It also provides examples of key ideas from each psychological perspective. Major Perspectives The early years of psychology were dominated by a succession of these different schools of thought....
The last of the 12 Steps is to carry the message to others and to put the principles of the program into practice in every area of your life. For those in recovery programs, practicing Step 12 is simply “how it works,” as the founders of the fellowship discovered for themselves in those early days. As the history of Alcoholics Anonymous so clearly indicates, it was working with others who were still suffering that kept Bill W....
