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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Are False Memories?Research on False MemoriesWhat Causes False Memories?Tips for Recognizing False Memories Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Are False Memories? Research on False Memories What Causes False Memories? Tips for Recognizing False Memories Close False memories are more common than you might think. Learning how to recognize false memories can help you separate the facts from the fabrications....

Close Key TakeawaysIn 2022, September 4-10 is National Suicide Prevention Week.During this time, there are awareness events to address an often preventable cause of death.Suicide prevention efforts can save a life so it can help to know how to support someone who may be struggling with thoughts about hurting themselves. Key Takeaways In 2022, September 4-10 is National Suicide Prevention Week.During this time, there are awareness events to address an often preventable cause of death....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Kind of Communicator Are You?Signs of Passive-Aggressive BehaviorExamples of Passive-Aggressive BehaviorEffectsCausesHow to Deal With Passive-Aggressive PeopleWhen You Are Passive-Aggressive Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Kind of Communicator Are You? Signs of Passive-Aggressive Behavior Examples of Passive-Aggressive Behavior Effects Causes How to Deal With Passive-Aggressive People When You Are Passive-Aggressive Close Passive-aggressive behavior is defined as behavior that is seemingly innocuous, accidental, or neutral but that indirectly displays an unconscious aggressive motive....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCharacteristicsDiagnosisCausesTreatmentCopingFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Characteristics Diagnosis Causes Treatment Coping Frequently Asked Questions Close OCD in toddlers and children shares similarities with adult OCD, but there are important differences as well.Obsessive-compulsive disorder(OCD) doesn’t just affect adults; in fact, between 0.25% and 4% of children develop OCD.The average age of onset of childhood OCD is approximately 10 years old, although children as young as 5 can be diagnosed....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPhysical Stress Symptoms in MenPsychological Stress Symptoms in MenStress in Men vs. WomenHow Men Can Cope With Stress Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Physical Stress Symptoms in Men Psychological Stress Symptoms in Men Stress in Men vs. Women How Men Can Cope With Stress Close Stressimpacts each individual in a unique way. However, there is evidence that, in general, men and women have different psychological and biological responses to stress....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsDiagnosisCausesRisk FactorsTreatmentPrevention Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Diagnosis Causes Risk Factors Treatment Prevention Close Serotonin is a type of chemical known as aneurotransmitterthat communicates with nerve cells and has various functions throughout your body, primarily in your central nervous system and intestines. In the right amounts, serotonin is necessary for important bodily functions, but when your body builds up too much, and your levels get too high, symptoms can range from unpleasant to severe....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCharacteristicsTypesHow to Identify ItCausesTreatmentCopingFinal Thoughts Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Characteristics Types How to Identify It Causes Treatment Coping Final Thoughts Interpersonal relationships are complex and require healthy boundaries for everyone to thrive together. However, when problems arise, such as manipulative behavior, they need to be addressed immediately. Manipulative behavior is used when someone wants to influence a person for their benefit, to obtain power and control....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhy We Should Reconnect With Old FriendsYes, Things Might Get AwkwardBut We Can Make Things Less Awkward! Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Why We Should Reconnect With Old Friends Yes, Things Might Get Awkward But We Can Make Things Less Awkward! Close We all have fond memories of an old friend—of chatting, laughing, and spending time with them. Life happens and we may have drifted apart over time, but occasionally, something may remind us of them, and we’ll briefly wonder how they are....

Close “Disconnection between couples often happens gradually which can make it difficult to spot in the moment, but at one point a couple will begin to realize something is missing, physicalintimacyhas ceased, or each partner can’t even recall the last time they asked each other about their day,” notes Rachel Goldberg, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Founder ofRachel Goldberg Therapy. All couples have times where they don’t feel quite as connected....

Close OnThe Verywell Mind Podcast, Amy Morin, LCSW, interviews experts, authors, entrepreneurs, athletes, musicians, and other inspirational people about the strategies that help them think, feel, and do their best in life. Subscribe Now:Apple Podcasts/Spotify/Google Podcasts Meet Mallory Weggemann Mallory Weggemann began swimming competitively at age 7. But, in 2008, an injection that was supposed to treat her back pain left her paralyzed from the waist down. Three months after her injury, she returned to swimming....

Close Breathing exercises offer an extremely simple, effective, and convenient way to relieve stress and reverse yourstress response, reducing the negative effects ofchronic stress. There are definitebenefits of breathing exercises. While simple diaphragmic breathing can provide relaxation and stress relief, there are several different types of breathing exercises to try, each with its own twist. Here are several breathing exercises, some of which are commonly recommended, some of which are unique, and all of which can each offer help in managing stress....

Close As educational requirements become more stringent in all levels of education, students everywhere experience considerable school stress. This stress can affect performance on tests, participation in classes, and the well being of students everywhere. Therefore, it’s vital for all students to have a collection of effective stress management techniques that work. Stress-Relief Tips to Help Achieve Success in School The following stress relief tips and tools for students are vital for minimizing school stress....

Close If you have borderline personality disorder (BPD) and kids, you’ve probably wondered if they could inherit BPD from you. Although BPD does have a strong genetic component, rest easy: Your children most likely will not developborderline personality disorder—and you can take action to help prevent it. Is BPD Genetic? Research has shown that borderline personality disorder can run in families.This happens most likely for a few reasons. According to research, the heritability of BPD is an estimated 46%....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFriday Fix: Episode 123More About the Podcast Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Friday Fix: Episode 123 More About the Podcast Close The Verywell Mind Podcast’s“Friday Fix” is a short episode that features a quick, actionable tip or exercise to help you manage a specific mental health issue or concern. As your emotions go up, your ability to think clearly goes down. That’s why you might say or do things you later regret when you feel angry....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMeet Kyle GuyWhy Kyle Guy Is Mentally StrongWhat You’ll Hear on the ShowWhat You’ll Learn About Mental Health and Mental StrengthQuotes From KyleMore About the PodcastLinks and Resources Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Meet Kyle Guy Why Kyle Guy Is Mentally Strong What You’ll Hear on the Show What You’ll Learn About Mental Health and Mental Strength Quotes From Kyle More About the Podcast...