Kava (Piper methysticum)

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow Do People Use Kava?Kava Health BenefitsSide Effects of KavaPrecautions and ContraindicationsDrug InteractionsDosage and PreparationWhat to Look ForOther Questions About Kava Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How Do People Use Kava? Kava Health Benefits Side Effects of Kava Precautions and Contraindications Drug Interactions Dosage and Preparation What to Look For Other Questions About Kava Close Kava (Piper methysticum) is a tall shrub in the pepper family native to the Pacific islands, where it’s traditionally used in ceremonies for relaxation....

January 17, 2025 · 14 min · 2858 words · Stephanie Wolfe

Kenneth Cole Steps Into Advocacy for Mental Health

Close Fashion designer Kenneth Cole is known for his iconic shoes and clothing. However, in addition to making people look good, he also advocates for making them feel mentally well. In October 2019, Cole announced the formation ofThe Mental Health Coalition(MHC), which aims to spread awareness of mental health. While Cole has never said that he has been diagnosed with a mental health condition, his passion for the cause began in the 2000s when he worked with theNational Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)for guidance on ensuring his company is a stigma-free workplace....

January 17, 2025 · 6 min · 1219 words · Laura Mcclure

Ketamine for Bipolar Disorder Treatment

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow Does Ketamine Work?EffectivenesssBenefitsThings to ConsiderCost Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How Does Ketamine Work? Effectivenesss Benefits Things to Consider Cost Close You may have heard aboutketamine treatment for depression, but did you know ketamine can also be used to treat bipolar disorder? Specifically, it is used to treat the depression “pole” of bipolar. Ketamine is being lauded as a treatment for depression as it can improve mood quickly—often within hours....

January 17, 2025 · 7 min · 1308 words · Laura Clark

Ketamine for Treatment-Resistant Depression

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Treatment-Resistant Depression IsHow Ketamine HelpsConcerns About KetamineFactors to Consider Before UseTakeaways Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Treatment-Resistant Depression Is How Ketamine Helps Concerns About Ketamine Factors to Consider Before Use Takeaways Close Almost one in three people with major depressive disorder—also referred to asclinical depression—don’t find relief from standard treatment methods.This is referred to as havingtreatment-resistant depression. If you have treatment-resistant depression, your doctor may recommend ketamine as a treatment option....

January 17, 2025 · 13 min · 2753 words · Timothy Stanley

Key Characteristics of a Fully Functioning Person

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionCharacteristicsOther IdeasHow to Become OneSigns You’re Fully Functioning Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Characteristics Other Ideas How to Become One Signs You’re Fully Functioning Close At a GlanceA fully functioning person is closely linked to the psychological idea of self-actualization. A person who is fully functioning is able to reach their fullest potential in life. At a Glance A fully functioning person is closely linked to the psychological idea of self-actualization....

January 17, 2025 · 8 min · 1688 words · Christopher Gonzalez

Kids Need Extra Support These Days, Especially As They Head Back to School

Close It’s natural for kids to feel apprehensive aboutgoing back to school, but those worries might be a little more challenging these days. According to recent research, the mental health of kids living in the US is in crisis. Here’s what your kid might be worrying about, and how to help them. The Role of Sleep in Kids' Mental Health Ongoing COVID-19 Stress Stress relating to COVID-19 is understandable, saysZishan Khan, MD, a child, adolescent, and adult psychiatrist with Mindpath Health....

January 17, 2025 · 5 min · 867 words · Anthony Tanner

Kindred Spirits: What They Are and Why They Matter

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is a Kindred Spirit?Signs You’ve Found a Kindred SpiritDo You Fall in Love With Your Kindred Spirit?How Are Kindred Spirits Different From Twin Flames or Soulmates?What Role Does a Kindred Spirit Play in Your Life? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is a Kindred Spirit? Signs You’ve Found a Kindred Spirit Do You Fall in Love With Your Kindred Spirit?...

January 17, 2025 · 5 min · 938 words · Richard Houston

Kip Therapy Online Therapy Review

0 Verywell Mind / Kip Founded in 2013, Kip Therapy offers culturally sensitive, LGBTQIA+ inclusive therapy for adults, children, couples, and families residing in New York State. It accepts a number of major insurers, takes care of out-of-network insurance claims, and offers sliding-scale self-pay rates. Services are available online and in person at Columbus Circle in New York City.Pros & ConsProsYou choose your therapistTherapist matching assistance availableConsultations allowed prior to choosingAccepts most major insuranceHandles insurance claimsTherapy for couples, families, and individuals over 13Sliding-scale pricing availableCulturally sensitive and diverse selection of therapistsSupport groups available in fall 2023Easy to cancelConsOnly serves New York stateMost consultations are not freeSome therapists are hard to get ahold ofSessions must be weekly (no option to meet biweekly)No discounted memberships or subscriptionsNo psychiatry or medication management available0Verywell Mind / Kip...

January 17, 2025 · 20 min · 4060 words · Savannah Barker

Klonopin for Anxiety: What You Need to Know

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow It WorksWho Shouldn’t Take ItPotential Side EffectsWarnings and InteractionsProper Disposal Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How It Works Who Shouldn’t Take It Potential Side Effects Warnings and Interactions Proper Disposal Close Klonopin (clonazepam) is abenzodiazepine medicationapproved to treat seizure and panic disorders. It’s also sometimes used for other mental health disorders that involve feelings of anxiousness, such as being a second-line treatment for social anxiety disorder (SAD)....

January 17, 2025 · 11 min · 2232 words · Heather Hendricks

Knowing Your Sexual Desire Style Is *Key* to a Better Sex Life

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSpontaneous Sexual Desire StyleResponsive Sexual Desire StyleContext-Dependent Sexual StyleHow to Embrace Your Sexual Desire Style Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Spontaneous Sexual Desire Style Responsive Sexual Desire Style Context-Dependent Sexual Style How to Embrace Your Sexual Desire Style Close There’s a classic dating dilemma that we all face. Do you go for the slow burn or the instant spark? Are you a ‘slow and steady wins the race’ or a get to the destination as fast as possible type of person?...

January 17, 2025 · 10 min · 2014 words · Scott Hopkins

Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionTheoryStagesApplicationsCriticismsOther TheoriesTake This Pop Quiz Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Theory Stages Applications Criticisms Other Theories Take This Pop Quiz Close Kohlberg’s theory of moral development is a theory that focuses on how children develop morality and moral reasoning. Kohlberg’s theory suggests that moral development occurs in a series of six stages and that moral logic is primarily focused on seeking and maintaining justice....

January 17, 2025 · 8 min · 1692 words · William Duke

Kolb's Cycle of Learning

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsOverviewTheoryKolb’s Learning Cycle vs. Jungian Personality TheorySupport and Criticism Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Overview Theory Kolb’s Learning Cycle vs. Jungian Personality Theory Support and Criticism Close Kolb’s learning styles are one of the best-known and widely used learning styles theories. PsychologistDavid Kolbfirst outlined his theory of learning styles in 1984. He believed that our individual learning styles emerge due to ourgenetics, lifeexperiences, and the demands of our current environment....

January 17, 2025 · 6 min · 1255 words · Shawn Branch

Koumpounophobia: Understanding the Fear of Buttons

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTexture IssuesGerm PhobiaInhaling or Swallowing ButtonsRelated PhobiasSteve Jobs' Fear of ButtonsTreating Button Phobia Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Texture Issues Germ Phobia Inhaling or Swallowing Buttons Related Phobias Steve Jobs' Fear of Buttons Treating Button Phobia An estimated 12.5% of US adults experience a specific phobia at some point in their lives. Prevalence data for button phobia and other specific phobias is not readily available, however....

January 17, 2025 · 4 min · 828 words · Betty Blair

Kurt Lewin and Field Theory

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTimelineLewin’s Early LifeCareerLewin’s Field TheoryLeadership StylesLewin’s Contributions to Psychology Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Timeline Lewin’s Early Life Career Lewin’s Field Theory Leadership Styles Lewin’s Contributions to Psychology Close Kurt Lewin was an influential psychologist recognized today as the founder of modern social psychology. His research on group dynamics,experiential learning, and action research had a tremendous influence on the growth and development ofsocial psychology....

January 17, 2025 · 5 min · 1002 words · Dylan Yang

Languishing Is the Mood of 2021. How to Identify It and How to Cope

Key Takeaways I feel stuck, in a sort of limbo where essences of life buzz around me, but I can’t access them. Life is at once too overwhelming and not engaging enough. Each task I do requires a search for motivation beyond anything I’ve ever known. I’m tired, burnt out, and not often excited, but also restless, eager to engage, and trying. What’s more, the seemingly unending waves of pandemic panic only further contribute to my inability to feel fully present in my life....

January 17, 2025 · 11 min · 2204 words · Nicholas Gibson