Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsYou Are Not AloneUnderstanding Social Anxiety DisorderHow to Get HelpCoping With SAD at CollegeClass PresentationsPositive Lifestyle Coping Strategies Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents You Are Not Alone Understanding Social Anxiety Disorder How to Get Help Coping With SAD at College Class Presentations Positive Lifestyle Coping Strategies Close If you are struggling withsocial anxiety disorder (SAD)at college, it can be difficult to manage the everyday aspects of being a student, such as making new friends and attending classes....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypes of TherapyMedicationCAM and OTCHow to Make Your Treatment Most EffectiveNext in Autism GuideLiving With Autism Spectrum Disorder Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types of Therapy Medication CAM and OTC How to Make Your Treatment Most Effective Next in Autism Guide Close Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)is a neurodevelopmental diagnosis in theDiagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders(DSM-5-TR). Traditionally, it has been seen as an illness that needs to be cured, but voices in the autistic community have called for ashift in this languagewith an emphasis on providing appropriate support rather than seeing autism as something that needs to be “cured” or “fixed....

Close Tom Merton/OJO Images/Getty Images Physical Symptoms of Anxiety Some of the primary physical symptoms of anxiety can include: Muscle Tension These manifestations of muscle tension don’t subside in the absence of a threat. Instead, they persist until specific relaxation or mindfulness skills are employed, ormedications that promote relaxationare taken. Digestive Problems The gut also holds and expresses anxiety. This can take the form of non-specific unsettling of the stomach, outright nausea, constipation, or diarrhea....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Gifted Kid Burnout?What Contributes to Gifted Kid Burnout?What Does Gifted Kid Burnout Look Like?Impact of Gifted Kid BurnoutStrategies to Prevent Gifted Kid BurnoutSupport for Parents and Educators Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Gifted Kid Burnout? What Contributes to Gifted Kid Burnout? What Does Gifted Kid Burnout Look Like? Impact of Gifted Kid Burnout Strategies to Prevent Gifted Kid Burnout...

Close Gilligan proposed that women come to prioritize an “ethics of care” as their sense of morality evolves along with their sense of self while men prioritize an “ethics of justice.” This article discusses the history of Gilligan’s theory of moral development, how it differs from Kohlberg’s Theory of Moral Development, and how women develop their sense of self in the world. What Is Morality? Carol Gilligan and Her Theory of Moral Development Gilligan’s Argument Against Kohlberg’s Theory Kohlberg’s theory of moral developmentconsists of three levels each made up of two stages....

0 FG Trade Latin / Getty Images Ginger’s app-based, on-demand, and entirely remote behavioral health coaching eliminates traditional barriers to mental health care, including the hassle of finding a doctor and travel to and from an office. However, while Ginger’s convenience is appreciated, the app’s text-only coaching can feel impersonal, slow, and even scripted. Additionally, Ginger is mainly for employees whose companies offer the service rather than individual users seeking mental health support....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMeet Dr. Mike RuckerWhat You’ll Hear on the ShowQuotes From Dr. RuckerMore About the Podcast Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Meet Dr. Mike Rucker What You’ll Hear on the Show Quotes From Dr. Rucker More About the Podcast Close OnThe Verywell Mind Podcast, Amy Morin, LCSW, interviews authors, experts, entrepreneurs, athletes, musicians, and other inspirational people about the strategies that help them think, feel, and do their best in life....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCommon GlimmersUnderstanding Triggers and GlimmersHow Glimmers WorkHow to Find More GlimmersHow to Identify Your Glimmers Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Common Glimmers Understanding Triggers and Glimmers How Glimmers Work How to Find More Glimmers How to Identify Your Glimmers Close A glimmer is the exact opposite of a trigger—it is some kind of cue, either internal or external that brings one back to a sense of joy or safety....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsA Through EF Through LM Through RS Through Z Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents A Through E F Through L M Through R S Through Z Close Gender identityterms are words that are used to help convey meaning related to how people identify with particular genders regardless of their sex assignment at birth.While it may seem arbitrary to some people, the words that we use are extremely important as they can be used to either exclude or empower....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsA Through EF Through LM Through QR Through Z Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents A Through E F Through L M Through Q R Through Z Close Sexual identity terms refer to words and phrases used to describe human sexuality and orientation including gay, lesbian, bisexual, and heterosexual. These terms are not related to gender identity and may differ depending on the individual person or culture....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsGlossophobia and Social PhobiaSymptomsComplicationsTreatment Options Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Glossophobia and Social Phobia Symptoms Complications Treatment Options Glossophobia, or the fear of public speaking, is quite common. In fact, some experts estimate that as much as 77% of the population has some level ofanxiety regarding public speaking.For many of us, it can be very uncomfortable to speak in public and be the center of attention and even if we do it, it’s often not without some trepidation and fear....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Gives Someone a God Complex?How This Complex Impacts BehaviorSigns and SymptomsGod Complex vs. Superiority ComplexFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Gives Someone a God Complex? How This Complex Impacts Behavior Signs and Symptoms God Complex vs. Superiority Complex Frequently Asked Questions Close A god complex is a pattern in which an individual believes they have great power, ability, infallibility, influence, and are superior to others....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Gua Sha?Is Gua Sha Really Effective?Does Gua Sha Actually Change Face Shape?Do Dermatologists Recommend Gua Sha?How to Perform Gua Sha At HomeTechniques and Tips for Effective Gua ShaIs it OK to Use Gua Sha Every Day?How Long Does It Take to See Results From Gua Sha? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Gua Sha? Is Gua Sha Really Effective?...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is an AA Meeting?What Happens During Your First AA Meeting?How AA Meetings WorkAA Meeting Types and FormatsSharingAfter the MeetingOther FormatsThe Helping Hand of AAHow to Find a Meeting Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is an AA Meeting? What Happens During Your First AA Meeting? How AA Meetings Work AA Meeting Types and Formats Sharing After the Meeting Other Formats...

Close Many universities allow students to pursue what is known as an academic minor, or secondary field of study, in addition to a college major. This creates another decision-making point forpsychology majorswho are trying to figure out which subject to choose as their minor and which classes may help them the most. In many cases, a minor represents approximately two years of study.While most colleges and universities do not require students to select a minor (making it optional), for those who want to pursue this academic option, it can help to know some good minors for psychology majors....