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Close Verywell Loved is a series on the dating and relationship topics people are talking about, with personal stories and expert advice to help you better understand your own experiences. Much has been written about how to be in a relationship with someone who hasattention deficit hyperactivity disorder(ADHD), but what about the challenge of finding love when you have ADHD yourself? Sure, tips on how to maintain ahealthy relationshipwith ADHD are great, but a lot of us are just trying to survive the first couple of months with a new boo....

Meet the Experts Our panel included Verywell Mind editorial staff and mental health professionals on our Review Board.Learn moreabout how we work with these experts to ensure that content across Verywell Mind meets the highest standards of trustworthiness and inclusiveness. Amy Morin, LCSW Amy Morin, LCSW, is a psychotherapist and international bestselling author. Her books, including “13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do,” have been translated into more than 40 languages....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMental Health in the ClassroomDads and Mental Health: A Verywell Mind & Parents StudyRelationships and TherapyPsychedelics and Mental HealthMental Health DaysCost of TherapyThe Great ResignationBody ImageHoliday StressGenerational StressorsFinancial StressMental Health NeglectTherapy and KidsGen Z StressNext in Mental Health Insights GuideMental Health Days Help Kids, But Systemic Barriers Prevent Widespread Use Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Mental Health in the Classroom Dads and Mental Health: A Verywell Mind & Parents Study...

Close The content of this methodology is for informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any question you may have regarding dietary supplements. At Verywell Mind, we aim to provide you with informative and unbiased information on products related to mental health and well-being. We recognize that there are many supplements out there promising solutions to mental health challenges, including stress, anxiety, and depression....

January 15, 2025 To our readers— It’s important to us that we’re providing you with accurate, reliable health information, and that you feel welcome no matter what your background is. As a health website that reaches more than 38 million readers per month, we are uniquely positioned to create positive change. That starts with covering topic areas we have ignored, empowering voices we have neglected, and representing those we have overlooked....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesSymptomsVicarious Trauma vs. Secondary TraumaIs Vicarious Trauma a Form of PTSD?Burnout vs. Vicarious TraumaExamplesTreatment and CopingHow to Protect Yourself Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Symptoms Vicarious Trauma vs. Secondary Trauma Is Vicarious Trauma a Form of PTSD? Burnout vs. Vicarious Trauma Examples Treatment and Coping How to Protect Yourself Close Also known as “compassion fatigue” or the “cost of caring,” vicarious trauma occurs when an individual develops trauma symptoms related to the pain and fear they witness in those they serve who have experienced trauma and stress....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDefinitionDurationSignsCausesEffectsTreatmentHow to HelpHow to RespondWhy It Persists Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Definition Duration Signs Causes Effects Treatment How to Help How to Respond Why It Persists Close Do you constantly feel as though you have no control over situations or that other people are out to get you? Or do you feel as though bad things keep happening to you no matter what you do?...

Close Key Takeaways Many people enjoy playingvideo games for stress relief. A new study published in the journalScientific Reportsfound that children who spent more time playing video games demonstrated increased intelligence at follow-up. Given the limitations of measures of intelligence, those working with children should make every effort to promote inclusive learning. Understanding the Research In terms of limitations, the findings of this research study were based on self-report for screen time, and the sample only consisted of US children....

Close Faced with a lack of wellness resources while amid his own struggles withaddiction, Vincent Flores-Maldonado decided to make a turn in his life that would result in the helping and healing of hundreds of Native Americans across Southern Arizona. Now the founder and executive director of the Native Music Coalition (NMC), Flores-Maldonado’s legacy began in 2014. It was then that he decided it was time to begin his work providing the Native American community in and around Tucson with alternatives to Western medicine regarding family struggles, community issues, and addiction....

Close Key TakeawaysImmersive virtual reality exercise may help lower stress levels.Virtual reality exercise also has physical benefits and can help stroke patients work on building balance.Watching a workout is not a replacement for physical activity. Key Takeaways Immersive virtual reality exercise may help lower stress levels.Virtual reality exercise also has physical benefits and can help stroke patients work on building balance.Watching a workout is not a replacement for physical activity....

Close Key TakeawaysA new study found that combining VR exposure therapy and CBT via an app was successful in helping people treat their phobias.People with common phobias such as a fear of dogs, flying, and needles reported an average reduction in their phobia symptoms of 75% after six weeks.Some people may be prescribed medication to manage symptoms of phobia, while CBT and exposure therapy can help treat the root cause....

Close Virtual reality exposure therapy (VRET) is being examined as another way to help people recover from PTSD. VRET is a type ofexposure therapythat has increasingly been used to treat a variety of anxiety disorders, including specific phobias. Before learning how VRET treats PTSD symptoms, however, it’s important to have a handle on what exposure therapy is. Press Play to Learn About Virtual Mental Health Help Exposure Therapy Exposure therapy is considered to be abehavioral treatment for PTSD....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCounseling vs. PsychotherapySimilaritiesDifferencesHow to ChooseFor DepressionPreparing for a Visit Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Counseling vs. Psychotherapy Similarities Differences How to Choose For Depression Preparing for a Visit Close The terms “counselor” and “psychotherapist” are often used interchangeably and have many similarities, but there are some important differences as well. In general, counseling is recommended for specific issues and situations, such as addiction or grief, and takes place over weeks to several months....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUsesSide EffectsPrecautions and InteractionsDosageHow to TakeDiscontinuationStaying Healthy Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Uses Side Effects Precautions and Interactions Dosage How to Take Discontinuation Staying Healthy Close If you’ve been prescribed Vistaril for anxiety, it’s important to know how to use this drug safely. This includes understanding its potential side effects, precautions, drug interactions, and more. Most Important Things to Know About VistarilVistaril is not recommended during early pregnancy or if you are nursing....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsDreams and Nightmares in Bipolar DisorderNight Terrors in Bipolar DisorderLamictal and Dream AbnormalitiesHow to Cope Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Dreams and Nightmares in Bipolar Disorder Night Terrors in Bipolar Disorder Lamictal and Dream Abnormalities How to Cope Close Bipolar disorder is a condition that causes extreme swings in mood that affect thoughts, behaviors, and energy levels. It can also affect a person’s sleep, including causing unusually vivid dreams, nightmares, and night terrors....