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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWas That Just a Backhanded Compliment?Why Do People Give Backhanded Compliments?Responding to a Backhanded Compliment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Was That Just a Backhanded Compliment? Why Do People Give Backhanded Compliments? Responding to a Backhanded Compliment Close When someone gives you a compliment, it makes you feel good. A backhanded compliment, however, can have the opposite effect. “A backhanded compliment, also known as a left-handed compliment or a double-edged compliment, is a statement that appears to have positive connotations on the surface but also contains a subtle insult orcriticism....

Close It can be difficult for recovering sex addicts to know what a healthy intimate relationship feels like.Maureen Canning, MA, LMFT is a child abuse survivor, recovered sex addict, and relationship therapist who identifies ten key characteristics of a healthy sexual relationship aftersex addictiontreatment in her bookLust, Anger, Love: Understanding Sexual Addiction and the Road to Healthy Intimacy.1Sex provides a feeling of well-beingCarina König / EyeEm / Getty ImagesFeelings of safety, connection, and affirmation occur in a healthy sexual relationship....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPhysiological Causes of HyperarousalSymptomsMental Health Complications After TraumaEffective Treatments For Hyperarousal SymptomsCoping with Symptoms of Hyperarousal Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Physiological Causes of Hyperarousal Symptoms Mental Health Complications After Trauma Effective Treatments For Hyperarousal Symptoms Coping with Symptoms of Hyperarousal Close Hyperarousal is a specific cluster of symptoms associatedwith post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). As the name implies, hyperarousal is the abnormally heightened state of anxiety that occurs whenever you think about a traumatic event....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSignsExamplesTypesCoping Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs Examples Types Coping Close Not all abuse is physical, but that doesn’t mean that it isn’t incredibly harmful. Physical abuse, also known as mental oremotional abuse, involves using verbal and non-verbal communication to try to control someone or harm them emotionally. Though psychological abuse doesn’t leave bruises and broken bones, it can cause severe emotional issues and mental health conditions....

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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDanger and WarningExcitement and EnergyAggressionDominancePassion and DesirePower Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Danger and Warning Excitement and Energy Aggression Dominance Passion and Desire Power Close Incolor psychology, red provokes the strongest emotions of any color. While cool colors likegreenandblueare generally considered peaceful and calming, the color red is considered the warmest and most contradictory of the colors. In fact, this fiery hue has more opposing emotional associations than any other color: Red is linked to passion and love as well as power and anger....

Table of ContentsTable of ContentsExpandWhat Is California Sober?Why Is a California Sober Lifestyle Controversial?Does Being California Sober Work?What Mental Health Experts SayBenefits of Being California SoberBottom LineView AllBack To Top Table of ContentsTable of ContentsExpandWhat Is California Sober?Why Is a California Sober Lifestyle Controversial?Does Being California Sober Work?What Mental Health Experts SayBenefits of Being California SoberBottom LineView All Table of ContentsExpandWhat Is California Sober?Why Is a California Sober Lifestyle Controversial?Does Being California Sober Work?...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBenefits of Being AssertiveAssertiveness vs. Other BehaviorsExamplesHow to Become More Assertive Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Benefits of Being Assertive Assertiveness vs. Other Behaviors Examples How to Become More Assertive Close Typically,stress reduction tipsrevolve around getting some exercise or talking it out. Assertiveness isn’t usually on the list of ways to reduce stress. However, improving our methods of communication can eliminate unnecessary blocks in sharing our feelings and having our needs met....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Positive Energy?Benefits of Positive EnergyEffects of NegativityHow to Create Positive Energy Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Positive Energy? Benefits of Positive Energy Effects of Negativity How to Create Positive Energy Close The term “positive energy” is often used to describe an optimistic or positive approach to life whereas “negative energy” is equated with a pessimistic or negative approach....

Close Key TakeawaysSuicide rates among Black males ages 10 to 19 jumped 60% over the past 20 years.Removing the stigma surrounding suicide in the Black community is happening as more people share their stories, support, and resources.Many organizations offer resources specifically for people of color, including training for faith-based church leaders. Key Takeaways Suicide rates among Black males ages 10 to 19 jumped 60% over the past 20 years.Removing the stigma surrounding suicide in the Black community is happening as more people share their stories, support, and resources....

Close Insocial psychology, the reflected appraisal process is considered one of the influences on the development ofself-concept. The term refers to a process where we imagine how other people see us.In many instances, the way we believe others perceive us is the way we perceive ourselves. How Self-Awareness Develops and Why It Matters What is Reflected Appraisal? We all make judgments about people, objects, and events in the world around us....

Close Key TakeawaysStudents experience stress, anxiety, depression, and even grief during the process of applying for college.Parents play a key role in helping teens not to catastrophize when they receive admission rejection letters.Keeping proper perspective and recognizing there are many other choices can help students bounce back after not getting into their top college choice.The season of college acceptance letters has come to a close, and most students have made their choice of which university to attend in the fall....

RegainReGain offers couples therapy and can be a good option for couples who want to work with a therapist via telehealth. They offer a user-friendly interface with multiple options to communicate with your therapist. All therapists are licensed, and you can match or choose a therapist who meets your preferences.VERYWELL MIND’s 2022 ONLINE THERAPY AWARDSBest for RelationshipsPros & ConsKey FactsPros & ConsProsChat feature to communicate easily with your therapistAll therapists are licensedEasy-to-use scheduling featureTherapist can easily share worksheets and resourcesWeekly live sessions included in the planTherapists are responsive to client messagesMultiple appointment reminders to ensure you don’t miss your sessionsAlert options of text, email, or bothEasy to change therapists if desiredCan purchase additional sessions per weekOption to pay per week, month, or quarter, with discounts for longer termsConsNo free trial optionNo refund if you cancel your subscription after payingDoes not accept insuranceParent company (BetterHelp) has been criticized for misuse of client dataCannot view therapist bios before you sign upOnly one subscription plan option availableNo option for longer sessionsKey FactsPrice$260-$360+ per monthIs Insurance Accepted?...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhy It’s Important to Say “No” When You Mean ItHow to Reject SomeoneWhen It’s Okay Not to Be NiceHow to Accept Rejection Gracefully Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Why It’s Important to Say “No” When You Mean It How to Reject Someone When It’s Okay Not to Be Nice How to Accept Rejection Gracefully Close We’ve all been there—someone asks us out but we don’t feel the spark....

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