Global warming trends and changes in weather patterns have caused increased droughts, floods, wildfires, hurricanes, heat waves, and other natural disasters across the globe. There’s more to climate change than just the weather, though. Recent research demonstrates a clear link between global warming and environmental racism, and studies confirm a definitive connection between climate change and mental health. Read on to learn more about what research says about climate change and mental health and to see what you can do about it....

Starting therapy can be an essential first step on your path toward better mental health. However, if you’ve never seen a good therapist, the process may feel overwhelming or intimidating, even if youknowit will benefit you. It makes sense, though. You don’t know what to expect from counseling, and it’s common to fear what we don’t know when entering the realm of either in-person oronline therapy.When you have a better sense of what good therapy is like and how it can benefit you, you’ll be more prepared to navigate the process and face the challenges ahead....

When a person’s internal racial identity doesn’t match what others see, it can lead to a form of self-doubt known as racial imposter syndrome. It’s a type of racial identity crisis that frequently impacts people who are of mixed race. Like other types ofimposter syndrome,researchshows that it can be a source of anxiety, leaving people feeling as though they don’t belong.Here, we’re discussing the concept of racial imposter syndrome in detail, including how it differs from the basic imposter syndrome, what causes it, how it can impact lives, and most importantly, how you can cope usingonline therapywith Talkspace....

Keep reading to learn more about racialized trauma, including how a systemic structure is worsening its existence, the symptoms and triggers, and most importantly, how we can cope and heal from this tragic reality throughonline therapy. What Is Racial Trauma? “Racial trauma is the physical and emotional symptoms associated with experiencing racism regularly.” Systemic vs. individual racial trauma Macroaggressions refer to undisguised or large-scale racist acts towards people of another race....

Codependencyis a common but difficult trait to deal with in relationships. This can be true whether there are codependent elements that exist in a romantic relationship, a workplace environment, or even at a platonic level. Perhaps because we assume troubled friendships aren’t as potentially damaging as romantic relationships can be, it may seem tempting to ignore or avoid problems when it comes to a codependent friendship — but doing so can be detrimental to both parties....

Defense mechanisms are an unconscious strategy used to avoid difficult emotions. The displacement defense mechanism is a way for people to “displace,” or redirect, negative emotions from one source to another. While defense mechanisms can be helpful in the short-term, displacement can cause damage to relationships over time.Read on to learn more about displacement defense mechanisms, including real-life examples and how you can learn to cope if you use thistype of defense mechanismin your life and relationships....

Guilt impacts people in many ways. While it’s common (and normal) to feel remorseful about a mistake or poor behavior, some people struggle with inappropriate, extreme feelings of guilt. Guilt is an emotion most of us experience at some point in our life, but constant, unrelenting guilt may be a sign of something more, something known as a guilt complex.What is guilt complex, and what can you do if you or someone you care about is always feeling guilty?...

Defining Shame and GuiltWhat is the difference between shame and guilt? Even though these words are sometimes used interchangeably, the emotions they describe are distinct.Shameis a negative feeling about who you are as a person. Someone who struggles with shame may believe that they’re a bad person or that they don’t deserve to feel happiness. People often experience shame when they fall short of the person they want to be.Guiltdescribes feelings of responsibility or remorse over action or inaction....

Guilt is a self-conscious emotion that causes us to feel responsible for negative experiences or outcomes. While everyone feels guilty at times, excessive feelings of regret can interfere with your everyday life. These feelings can be overwhelming, but thankfully, with the right support and tools likeonline therapy, you can learn how to deal with guilt in a healthy way.If you’re dealing with guilt, keep reading to discover coping strategies that can help you move past that negative feeling....

Racism comes in several forms and is an unfortunate everyday reality for many people. Whether you have first-hand experience or witnessed discrimination toward someone else, racism can be deeply damaging to mental and physical health. While it’s not always avoidable, there are ways of dealing with racism that can help you minimize the harmful effects of race-related stress.Read on to learn how to deal and cope with racism that you or a loved one has experienced....

In psychology, there are several common defense mechanisms, one of which is the projection defense mechanism, an unconscious response that helps people deal with challenging thoughts or feelings. Projection is atype of defense mechanismthat causes people to associate their negative thoughts, emotions, or behaviors with another person.While it’s possible for projection to be a one-time occurrence, it frequently surfaces as a pattern of behavior. Though it’s an attempt to protect oneself from unpleasant feelings such as stress, anxiety, and internal conflict, projection is not healthy....

Defense mechanisms arecoping skillswe unconsciously use to avoid the feeling of anxiety that comes from distressing or unacceptable thoughts. While more mature defenses have the potential to be beneficial, immature defense mechanisms can be harmful and negatively impact your life and relationships.The rationalization defense mechanism causes people to develop explanations for bad behavior or negative emotions. These “rationalizations” are intended to justify their actions and feelings.Keep reading to learn more about thistype of defense mechanism....

Every relationship involves concessions and compromises, but codependency can throw a partnership drastically off balance. In a codependent relationship, one partner has extreme needs (the taker), and the other devotes their time and energy to meeting those needs (the giver). These dynamics can be toxic to both people, making it incredibly difficult to build healthy relationships.Where does codependency come from? In most cases, it can be traced back to relationships and experiences in early childhood....

Updated 03/14/24 Check coverage Once you make the decision to seek therapy, it’s natural to have questions about the process — and it’s even more natural to wonder how you’ll pay for your therapy. The cost of mental healthcare varies widely based on several factors. Fortunately, many resources are available to help if cost is a concern and you’re worried about how to pay for therapy.Keep reading to explore various ideas on how to pay for therapy without insurance, with insurance coverage, with an FSA or HSA account, and more....

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