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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHistoryHow It ManifestsBenefitsChallengesSupporting Gender-Expansive People Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents History How It Manifests Benefits Challenges Supporting Gender-Expansive People Close Gender expansiveness is an umbrella term for any expression of gender that falls outside of society’s current gender binary standards. It can manifest in many forms, and a person can be expansive in their gender at some times but not at others....

Close Many people withborderline personality disorder (BPD)also experience problems with depression. In fact, it is very uncommon that BPD and depression donotco-occur. But what is unique about depression in BPD, and how might having both conditions affect your treatment options? What Is Depression? The term depression is actually not a specific diagnosis. Instead, this term refers to the experience of depressed (blue or low) mood. Depression ismore than normal sadness. There are a number of mental health conditions that may include elements of depression, includingmood disorders,schizoaffective disorder(a psychotic disorder that includes mood symptoms), and somepersonality disorders(such as BPD)....

Close The history of modern psychology spans centuries, with the earliest known mention ofclinical depressionappearing in 1500 BCE on an ancient Egyptian manuscript known as the Ebers Papyrus.However, it wasn’t until the 11th century that Persian physician Avicenna made a connection between emotions and physical responses in a practice dubbed “physiological psychology.” Understanding the history of modern psychology provides insight into how this field has developed and evolved over time. It also gives a better understanding of the thought processes of some of the most influential figures in the field, ultimately emerging intopsychologyas we know it today....

Close Ah, summer—backyard barbecues, baseball, beer. If your father is alive and wellandyou have a good relationship with him, then these reminders of fathers and Father’s Day likely evoke happiness and thoughts of long summer nights. But for those of you aregrieving, the fact that Father’s Day and summer advertising are inextricably linked can be a minefield for your emotions. Much like Mother’s Day, the holiday was not originally meant to honor the living fathers, as it does today....

Key TakeawaysJuly saw the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline shift its direction, including its name and number, and they have seen a sharp increase of usage sinceMental health practitioners say that tools like the lifeline have to be part of a wider network of care and resourcesThose in the field also say that, in order for the lifeline to meet its potential, those taking the calls have to be culturally competent across multiple marginalized groups...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is the Lymphatic System?How Does Lymphatic Drainage Massage Work?What Are the Benefits of a Lymphatic Drainage Massage?Can You Do a Lymphatic Massage at Home?Other Ways to Boost Lymphatic Function Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is the Lymphatic System? How Does Lymphatic Drainage Massage Work? What Are the Benefits of a Lymphatic Drainage Massage? Can You Do a Lymphatic Massage at Home?...

Close Key TakeawaysNew York City Mayor Eric Adams has rolled out a plan to allow police officers and emergency workers to involuntarily hospitalize homeless people who are mentally ill.As of September, the Coalition for the Homeless reported there to be 60,252 homeless people in New York City.Advocates for the rights of homeless people and those with mental illness have spoken out against the new policy as removing basic human rights....

As a mental health site, Verywell Mind’s focus is on just that—mental health. When we think and talk about disparities in care, we are also thinking about communities who have less access to treatment and face greater stigma around seeking treatment for a mental health issue. We are thinking about those who may seek treatment, but receive therapy that isn’t culturally sensitive. And as a therapist, I’m personally acutely aware of these issues....

Close Meditation has many wonderful benefits for stress management. One of the most valuable aspects ofmeditationis that it can build resilience over time, but it can also help one feel less stressed in minutes if used as a tool to simply relax your body and mind. It can also help you to get into the practice of responding to the challenges in your life from a more relaxed, mindful place rather than reacting to life’s challenges out of fear, and it can help you to get in the practice of letting go of grudges and redirecting yourself away fromrumination....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsEpisode 137More About the Podcast Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Episode 137 More About the Podcast Close OnThe Verywell Mind Podcast, Amy Morin, LCSW, shares the “Friday Fix”—a short episode featuring a quick, actionable tip or exercise to help you manage a specific mental health issue or concern. Subscribe Now:Apple Podcasts/Spotify/Google Podcasts Whether you say, “That chicken was too spicy,” or “The presentation was awful,” you might have strong judgments about the things around you....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAppealing to the MassesComplaints and DemandsForgetting to Update Your ProfileFeeling Negative About AppsLying or Exaggerating Details Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Appealing to the Masses Complaints and Demands Forgetting to Update Your Profile Feeling Negative About Apps Lying or Exaggerating Details Close Curating a great dating profile is practically an art form. There are certain steps to follow: The casual, smiling selfie....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsRelationship vs. SituationshipWhy the End Hurts More Than a BreakupHow to Find Closure in the Breakup Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Relationship vs. Situationship Why the End Hurts More Than a Breakup How to Find Closure in the Breakup Close I once ended a seven-year relationship that upended everything I knew: I quit my job, left New York, and immersed myself in therapy....

Close Don’ttextthem back right away. Love will come when you least expect it. There are plenty of fish in the sea. Once a cheater, always acheater. When you know, youknow… the list goes on and on. In our attempts to demystify love’s complicated nature, we’ve probably come across one of these many clichés or generalizations. Yes, dating can be super confusing (insert: why people turn to relationship coaches). But why do we lean on restrictive phrases that box us in rather than helping us understand what’s really going on?...

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsFriday Fix: Episode 78More About the Podcast Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Friday Fix: Episode 78 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. Whether you said something out of anger and hurt your partner’s feelings or you completely forgot about a deadline for work, your next move is critical....

Close Short-term memory is the part of memory that stores a limited amount of information for a short amount of time. It’s brief (about 20 to 30 seconds), and you can only remember so much information (such as a five to nine-word list). If you want to see for yourself just how short your short-term memory really is, try memorizing some of the word lists below. It can be a great way to learn more about your own limits and can even be an excellent exercise for boosting your memory powers....