Voluntary Celibacy—Did Everyone Really Stop Having Sex?

Close Celibacyis often thought of as the act of avoiding sexual relationships for religious reasons, to remain “pure,” or allow for more time to devote to God. But recently the decision to go celibate for a short or extended period has become a more popular practice without any of the religious connotations. The movement has been pronounced on social media. Every day people and celebrities are publicly sharing why they are abstaining from sex....

January 17, 2025 · 9 min · 1889 words · Brenda Gray

Vyvanse for Treating ADHD in Children

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Vyvanse?Vyvanse for ADHDBefore TakingDosageSide EffectsWarnings and Interactions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Vyvanse? Vyvanse for ADHD Before Taking Dosage Side Effects Warnings and Interactions Close Vyvanse is a once-a-day treatment for adults and children age 6 to 12 with ADHD. It’s also approved to treatbinge-eating disorderin adults. The main ingredient in Vyvanse is lisdexamfetamine dimesylate. The drug acts on the brain to boost the levels of twoneurotransmitters: dopamine and norepinephrine....

January 17, 2025 · 6 min · 1188 words · Donald Miller

Vyvanse vs. Adderall: Similarities and Differences

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsKey FactsEffectivenessSide EffectsDifferencesWhich Drug Is Best? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Key Facts Effectiveness Side Effects Differences Which Drug Is Best? Close Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) and Adderall (amphetamine and dextroamphetamine) arestimulant medicationsprescribed to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).While they share some similarities, there are several differences between the two medications. For example, the effects of Vyvanse generally last longer than those of Adderall since Vyvanse has a slower absorption rate....

January 17, 2025 · 10 min · 1943 words · Jonathan Hall

Wait, Am I the Black Cat in My Relationship?

Close As I write this article, I see my husband outside gardening. But every few minutes, he stops to talk to our neighbors, strangers walking their dogs, and the postal worker. I’m the type who would hide if I saw someone I know in public; however, he would intentionally go and say hi. And if he didn’t get a chance, he’d text them later to tell them he saw them at that specific place and time....

January 17, 2025 · 8 min · 1559 words · Michael Lee

Wait, Is My Anxious Attachment Caused By Glass Child Syndrome?

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is a “Glass Child”?Emotions Experiences of Being a Glass ChildCoping Strategies for Glass ChildrenParenting a Glass ChildSibling Relationships and Glass ChildrenResources and Support for Glass Children and Families Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is a “Glass Child”? Emotions Experiences of Being a Glass Child Coping Strategies for Glass Children Parenting a Glass Child Sibling Relationships and Glass Children Resources and Support for Glass Children and Families...

January 17, 2025 · 9 min · 1839 words · Jesus Morales

Waitlist Control Groups in Psychology Experiments

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsImportanceUsesShortcomingsReducing Wait Times Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Importance Uses Shortcomings Reducing Wait Times Close In psychotherapy research, a waitlistcontrol groupis a group of participants who do not receive the experimental treatment, but who are put on a waiting list to receive the intervention after the active treatment group does. The waitlist control group serves two purposes. First, it provides an untreated comparison for the activeexperimental groupto determine if the treatment had an effect....

January 17, 2025 · 8 min · 1637 words · Carrie Thompson

Waking Up With Anxiety: Causes & Calming Techniques

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January 17, 2025 · 12 min · 2449 words · Amanda Alvarez

Want to Be More Productive? Use Time Blocking to Keep Your Days Stress-Free

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhy Time Blocking Actually Helps Us Get Stuff DoneOnly 2.5% People Can Really Multitask—Most Just Believe They CanHow to Use Time Blocking (Plus an Example Schedule) Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Why Time Blocking Actually Helps Us Get Stuff Done Only 2.5% People Can Really Multitask—Most Just Believe They Can How to Use Time Blocking (Plus an Example Schedule) Close Whether you work a nine-to-five job, work remotely, or stay at home with the kids, everyone needs an effective method for managing their day....

January 17, 2025 · 9 min · 1736 words · Ashley Smith MD

Want to Move Through Your Day With Ease? Try Morning Meditation

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsThe Power of Morning MeditationMindfulness and Its Role in Our Daily LivesThe Morning Meditation Routine: Step By Step GuideMeditation Tips for Beginners Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents The Power of Morning Meditation Mindfulness and Its Role in Our Daily Lives The Morning Meditation Routine: Step By Step Guide Meditation Tips for Beginners Close Wake up early, meditate, conquer your day! It sounds like something out of a “rise-and-grind” playbook,we know....

January 17, 2025 · 6 min · 1156 words · Brandon Brown

Want to Relieve Stress ASAP? Write in a Gratitude Journal

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow Do I Even Start a Gratitude Journal?Keep This Journaling Tips in Mind Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How Do I Even Start a Gratitude Journal? Keep This Journaling Tips in Mind Close Well, developing an attitude ofgratitudetoward the people, things, and events in your life is a life-affirming and effective way to strengthen youremotional resilienceand reduce stress because you’ll be focusing on the positive aspects of your life while also reaping the benefits of journaling in general....

January 17, 2025 · 7 min · 1307 words · Alyssa Hart

Wanting to Improve My Overall Sense of Wellbeing, I Tried the Healthy Minds App

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow Does the Healthy Minds Program Work?My Experience With Healthy MindsPros and ConsFinal Thoughts Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How Does the Healthy Minds Program Work? My Experience With Healthy Minds Pros and Cons Final Thoughts While I lead a relatively healthy lifestyle, there is one aspect that I have neglected over the years: mywell-being. A strongermind-body connectioncan grow a better sense of overall life satisfaction and happiness or well-being....

January 17, 2025 · 8 min · 1666 words · Samantha Pace

Warning Signs to Be Aware of in Suicidal Bipolar Patients

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsBipolar DisorderRed FlagsStaying VigilantAskingMental Health Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Bipolar Disorder Red Flags Staying Vigilant Asking Mental Health Close Information presented in this article may be triggering to some people. If you are having suicidal thoughts, contact theNational Suicide Prevention Lifelineat988for support and assistance from a trained counselor. If you or a loved one are in immediate danger, call 911.For more mental health resources, see ourNational Helpline Database....

January 17, 2025 · 5 min · 1033 words · Brandon Carter

Wayne Brady Reveals His Inner Battles Behind the Curtain

Wayne Brady does not fit neatly into one single talent box. Maybe you loved his improv on “Whose Line Is It Anyway?” or his singing and dancing in the Broadway show “Kinky Boots.” Perhaps, you tune in for his game show hosting skills on “Let’s Make a Deal” or his acting abilities on Showtime’s “American Gigolo.” And if that weren’t enough, maybe you cast votes for him on the latest season of “Dancing with the Stars....

January 17, 2025 · 9 min · 1827 words · Veronica Davis

Ways People With PTSD Can Prevent Memory Loss

Close If you havepost-traumatic stress disorder(PTSD), you may notice that you have trouble concentrating or that you have issues with your memory, such asmemory loss.In fact, memory and concentration problems are commonsymptoms of PTSD. People with PTSD also often experience difficulties sleeping, and poor sleep can further impact your ability to concentrate and stay focused during the day.Fortunately, there are a few things that you can do toimprove your memoryandboost your concentration skillswhen you have PTSD....

January 17, 2025 · 8 min · 1681 words · Jonathan Smith

Ways to Say No to Marijuana

Many people find themselves in a situation where they are offered marijuana. Saying no can feel awkward—you don’t want others to see you as uptight, judgmental, or fearful, but you have reasons for not wanting to use marijuana.While marijuana has been legalized in some states, it remains illegal at the federal level.The best ways to say no to marijuana are casual, polite responses to an offer, which provide an excuse that can’t be argued with....

January 17, 2025 · 19 min · 4020 words · Jeffrey Rodriguez