Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhy Autism Can Be MisdiagnosedAnxiety DisordersADHDBPDOCDPTSDPsychotic Disorders Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Why Autism Can Be Misdiagnosed Anxiety Disorders ADHD BPD OCD PTSD Psychotic Disorders Close Language note: Although individual preferences exist, surveys of the autistic community consistently show that autistic people prefer identity-first language rather than person-first language (i.e., “autistic person” rather than “person with autism”). This article reflects that community language preference....

Close Key TakeawaysREAL SIMPLE hosted a panel on interior design in your home and mental health.They emphasized the importance of letting go of the need for perfection.Plants, good lighting, and improving the functionality of spaces are key. Key Takeaways REAL SIMPLE hosted a panel on interior design in your home and mental health.They emphasized the importance of letting go of the need for perfection.Plants, good lighting, and improving the functionality of spaces are key....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Are Boundaries?Why Boundaries Are ImportantTypesSignsSetting Healthy Boundaries Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Are Boundaries? Why Boundaries Are Important Types Signs Setting Healthy Boundaries Close “Boundaries” have become somewhat of a buzzword these days. Though they may be the subject of trending TikToks (and not to mention reel after reel on Instagram), they’re far from a passing fad. Rachel Astarte, LMFT, founder and director of Rachel Astarte Holistic Psychotherapy, says, “As a society, we’re paying more attention to creating environments that foster better mental health....

Close Key TakeawaysOne’s self-perception may become compressed over time.Brain imaging can demonstrate temporal self-compression.These findings may explain how some individuals struggle to plan ahead given challenges seeing themselves in the future. Key Takeaways One’s self-perception may become compressed over time.Brain imaging can demonstrate temporal self-compression.These findings may explain how some individuals struggle to plan ahead given challenges seeing themselves in the future. Self-awarenessis often encouraged, but it can be challenging. A study published in theProceedings of the National Academy of Sciencesfound brain imaging evidence thatself-perceptionbecomes compressed over time....

Close Key Takeaways ForAlyza Berman, LCSW, RRT-P, founder and executive director of the Berman Center,social mediais a common topic in her Atlanta-based practice that focuses on youth and young adults. She says the biggest indicator is how often clients are comparing their experiences to those they see online. “Whether it’s appearance, whether it’s a profession, whether it’s money, whether it’s social life, social media is having an impact. And people that continuously scroll often feel like they can’t measure up or it makes them feel like they’re not good enough....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow It WorksPrecautionsDosageSide EffectsWarnings and InteractionsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How It Works Precautions Dosage Side Effects Warnings and Interactions Frequently Asked Questions Close It’s important for individuals who have beenprescribed Zoloftfor anxiety to understand how to use this drug safely and to be aware of its potential side effects. We also share some precautions to know before taking this drug, along with warnings and potential interactions....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTypes of Co-ParentingWhat Does Healthy Co-Parenting Look Like?Tips for Successful Co-ParentingWhat Not to Do in Co-ParentingFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Types of Co-Parenting What Does Healthy Co-Parenting Look Like? Tips for Successful Co-Parenting What Not to Do in Co-Parenting Frequently Asked Questions Close If you and your partner have separated or gottendivorced, it can be difficult to interact with them regularly and maintain a civil relationship....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSigns Your Partner Has a Problem With Alcohol UseHow to Talk to Your Partner About Their Alcohol UseHow to Take Care of Yourself Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs Your Partner Has a Problem With Alcohol Use How to Talk to Your Partner About Their Alcohol Use How to Take Care of Yourself If you or a loved one are struggling with substance dependence or addiction, contact theSubstance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helplineat1-800-662-4357for information on support and treatment facilities in your area....

Growing up, I lovedfashion. I would rip out editorials from Vogue, dreaming of what it would be like to develop a concept for a photoshoot, write about new fashion collections, or maybe, just maybe, step in front of the camera myself. Unfortunately, I lived in a small town, knew next to nothing aboutcreativeindustries, did not fit the stereotypical “model” archetype, and wasn’t too convinced I had an eye for style. I figured this was justa passionI’d nurture privately, for fun, and for free....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of Contents‘I Hate My Life’: Why You Might Feel This WayThe Mental and Physical Impact of Feeling This WayHow to Cope If You Hate Your LifeWhen to Seek Help Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents ‘I Hate My Life’: Why You Might Feel This Way The Mental and Physical Impact of Feeling This Way How to Cope If You Hate Your Life When to Seek Help...

Close Lately, both my sister and I have been thinking about getting tattoos that represent our love for our parents. She’s been throwing out ideas of a kind of flower for my mom and a Studio Ghibli tattoo for my dad. But for me, the most honest, distilled symbol for my parents involves specific dishes they made for us growing up. For my mom, it’s a plate of tempura, and for my dad, a simple tuna roll....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat “I Can’t Do This Anymore” Feels LikeSymptomsIdentifying the CausesHow to Cope With Feeling This Way Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What “I Can’t Do This Anymore” Feels Like Symptoms Identifying the Causes How to Cope With Feeling This Way Close All of us have moments when we say to ourselves, “I can’t do this anymore.” Usually, these are times when you feel exhausted, depleted,overwhelmed, and unable to manage life’s stressors....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsI Feel Like I’m Losing My MindWhy Do I Feel Like I’m Losing My Mind?Coping When I Feel Like I’m Losing My Mind Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents I Feel Like I’m Losing My Mind Why Do I Feel Like I’m Losing My Mind? Coping When I Feel Like I’m Losing My Mind Close Many of us have had the thought, “I feel like I’m losing my mind” at one time or another....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow to Know If You Need HelpHow to Get Help Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How to Know If You Need Help How to Get Help Close If you feel stressed,anxious, or depressed, or just “off” in some way, but don’t know where to start when it comes to getting help, you are not alone. In 2020, for example, over 21% of American adults experienced mental health conditions, yet less than half of them (46....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Are Night Terrors?SymptomsCausesTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Are Night Terrors? Symptoms Causes Treatment Close If you have witnessed a loved one suddenly wake up screaming, you know how disorienting and concerning it can be. Likewise, if you have woken up screaming yourself, you may feel at a loss about what to do, and what this means for you....