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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsEmotionalBehavioralPhysicalScreeningResources Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Emotional Behavioral Physical Screening Resources Close According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, it is estimated that 34 million American children (or 46% of children) ages 18 or younger have experienced trauma at least once in their lives. Trauma in children can have detrimental impacts on their physical, mental, social, and emotional well-being. Untreated orunresolved traumain children can carry into adulthood....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSigns You’re Being UsedCommonly Used TacticsReasons People Use OthersImpactHow to Avoid It Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs You’re Being Used Commonly Used Tactics Reasons People Use Others Impact How to Avoid It Close Have you ever gotten the feeling that someone ismanipulating youfor their benefit? Or that they care more about what you can offer them than they do about you?...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSigns Your Partner Is ReadyWhat to Do If They Want to Get MarriedWhat If I’m Not Ready? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs Your Partner Is Ready What to Do If They Want to Get Married What If I’m Not Ready? Close During thedating phaseof a relationship, we get to see all aspects of our partner’s personality.One of the things we’ll notice is how eager our partner is to get married....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCharacteristicsHow to Recognize ItCausesTreatmentCopingFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Characteristics How to Recognize It Causes Treatment Coping Frequently Asked Questions Close Anxious preoccupied attachment, also sometimes known simply as preoccupied attachment or anxious attachment, manifests as high anxiety about the relationships and connections in our lives. Attachment stylesrefer to the emotions and behaviors an individual has around the significant relationships in their lives....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSigns You May Be AutosexualHow Autosexuality Affects Romantic RelationshipsChallenges Autosexual People May FaceHow to Support Someone Who Is Autosexual Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs You May Be Autosexual How Autosexuality Affects Romantic Relationships Challenges Autosexual People May Face How to Support Someone Who Is Autosexual Close Autosexuality is asexual orientationin which a person is more attracted to themselves than to other people....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSignsWhat Is Your Why?Risk FactorsThe Addict’s BrainCognitive DistortionsGambling Addiction TriggersTreatmentGambling Addiction ControversiesFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs What Is Your Why? Risk Factors The Addict’s Brain Cognitive Distortions Gambling Addiction Triggers Treatment Gambling Addiction Controversies Frequently Asked Questions Previously, gambling disorder was known as “pathological gambling” and was classified as an “impulse control disorder.” When the DSM-5 was published in 2013, it was renamedgambling disorderand moved to a new category, “addiction and related disorders,” due to the biological, behavioral, and emotional similarities with other addictions....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAre You in a Healthy Relationship? Take the QuizCharacteristics of Unhealthy RelationshipsAm I in an Unhealthy Relationship?What to DoWhen to Seek HelpWhen to End an Unhealthy Relationship Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Are You in a Healthy Relationship? Take the Quiz Characteristics of Unhealthy Relationships Am I in an Unhealthy Relationship? What to Do When to Seek Help When to End an Unhealthy Relationship...

Disclaimer The DSM-5-TR definesalcohol use disorder(AUD) as “a problematic pattern of alcohol use leading to clinically significant impairment or distress." A diagnosis requires that the person meet at least 2 of the 11diagnostic criteriawithin a 12-month period. Spotting AUD in its early stages can be tricky. If you’re asking, “Is my boyfriend/girlfriend an alcoholic?” you’ve probably noticed one or moreworrisome behaviorsor intuitively picked up on a subtle clue. This article reviews 10 signs of alcohol use disorder to watch for in someone you’re dating....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsReasons Why Your Antidepressant May Not WorkSigns Your Antidepressant Isn’t WorkingWhat to Do If Your Antidepressant Isn’t Working Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Reasons Why Your Antidepressant May Not Work Signs Your Antidepressant Isn’t Working What to Do If Your Antidepressant Isn’t Working Close Antidepressantsare a type of medication prescribed to treat depression, as well as certain other health issues such as anxiety, insomnia, and chronic pain....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSigns in Young ChildrenSigns in TeenagersHow to Help Your Child Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs in Young Children Signs in Teenagers How to Help Your Child Close Identifyingmental health issues in childrencan be tricky. It can be difficult to determine whether your child’s behaviors are normal or signs of a mental health condition. However, it’s important to identify and treat mental health issues in children because they canaffectthe child’s behavior, ability to learn, and emotional development, to the point where the child may have difficulty getting through the day....

Close An online affair, or cyber affair, is generally considered aform of cheating.Cyber affairs are secret extramarital relationships that include intimate and sexual undertones. They’re conducted online through chat, email, or social media, or they can happen viasexting. Like any form of infidelity, online affairs are damaging to a committed relationship, and they can trigger feelings of insecurity, anger, or jealousy in a partner.They are seen as acts of betrayal and can lead to a loss of trust....

Eating disorders frequently emerge during adolescence but often, the symptoms aren’t what parents might expect. Unfortunately, many eating disorders go undetected and untreated because parents don’trecognize the warning signs.Learning how to spot the subtle warning signs of an eating disorder could help you catch a problem early.Early intervention is key to addressing an eating disorder effectively.Be on the lookout for the following warning signs that could indicate your teen may have an eating disorder:1....

Close Panic attacks are the most common symptom associated with the diagnosis of panic disorder. However, they can occur with a variety of anxiety andmood disorders, as well as other medical conditions. Panic attacks can also happen in response to specific events or stressful situations. Can You Die From a Panic Attack? Overview A panic attack can be described as an intense feeling of fear or extreme nervousness that is brought on abruptly....

Close We all have concerns about our health which can be hard to get off our minds. If these thoughts become severe, it could signal a condition such as hypochondriasis or obsessive-compulsive disorder. How Hypochondriasis and OCD Differ There are several differences between obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and hypochondriasis. Some of the more common differences include are listed here. Focus on Obsessions vs Specific Concerns The biggest difference between OCD and hypochondriasis is the focus of the person’s worry and anxiety....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFriday Fix: Episode 150More About the Podcast Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Friday Fix: Episode 150 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. Most people don’t really think about theirmental healthuntil they develop a problem. Fortunately, this idea that you should only be concerned with your psychological well-being if you’re sick is starting to shift....