When Dreams Merge With Your Waking Life—What to Know About Deja Reve

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat It Feels LikeDifferent Types of Deja ReveCauses and TriggersWhat the Research SayDeja Reve vs. Deja VuCoping With Deja ReveEnjoying the Ride Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What It Feels Like Different Types of Deja Reve Causes and Triggers What the Research Say Deja Reve vs. Deja Vu Coping With Deja Reve Enjoying the Ride Close I wouldn’t say it happens often, but I’d say it happens enough to take note....

January 17, 2025 · 5 min · 861 words · Patricia Chang

When Faking Positivity Can Help (and When It Can Hurt)

Close At a GlanceWhile it might sound surprising, trying to fake happiness can sometimes help put you in a better frame of mind. Forcing a smile, acting extroverted, and repeating positive mantras can shift your internal experiences for the better. But there are limits to this fake happiness effect, so it’s essential to know when it’s OK to put on a show and when it’s time to be real about your feelings....

January 17, 2025 · 16 min · 3200 words · Patrick Graham

When Is a Stepparent Overstepping Boundaries?

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhy Respect Boundaries?Common Overstepping ScenariosImpactAvoiding the Problem Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Why Respect Boundaries? Common Overstepping Scenarios Impact Avoiding the Problem Close Navigating a stepparent-stepchild relationship can be extremely complicated, despite how common stepfamilies are.Problems arise when a stepparent inadvertently overstepsboundaries, has a parenting style unlike what the child is used to, or otherwise fails to respect the child’s viewpoint and circumstances....

January 17, 2025 · 6 min · 1180 words · Christina Shaw

When Is Extreme Happiness a Sign of Something Deeper?

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSignsTypesImpactTreatmentHow to Boost Euphoric Moods Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs Types Impact Treatment How to Boost Euphoric Moods Close Some causes of euphoric moods are natural and healthy. The thrill and sense of excitement you get on a roller coaster at an amusement park, or the sense of joy and fulfillment you experience after you reach an important goal are both examples of natural euphoric moods....

January 17, 2025 · 13 min · 2625 words · Emily Miller

When Is Not Forgiving Someone OK?

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Forgiveness?What Forgiveness Is NotWhen It’s OK to Not ForgiveReasons to Not ForgivePsychological BenefitsHow to Forgive Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Forgiveness? What Forgiveness Is Not When It’s OK to Not Forgive Reasons to Not Forgive Psychological Benefits How to Forgive Close At a GlanceWhile there are psychological benefits to forgiveness, you don’t have to forgive someone who has hurt you....

January 17, 2025 · 11 min · 2190 words · Barbara Robbins

When Is the Best Time to Meditate?

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhen to MeditateBenefitsReasons to MeditateTips Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents When to Meditate Benefits Reasons to Meditate Tips Close Meditationis a practice that can help you relax and cope better withstress. It can also have a wide range of other health benefits. Even if you’ve enjoyed the practice in the past, finding the time to incorporate regular meditation into your life isn’t always easy....

January 17, 2025 · 7 min · 1369 words · David Diaz

When Is the Best Time to Take Antidepressants?

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhen to Take an Antidepressant in the MorningWhen to Take an Antidepressant at NightOther Optimal Medication Strategies Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents When to Take an Antidepressant in the Morning When to Take an Antidepressant at Night Other Optimal Medication Strategies Close The best time to take an antidepressant depends on the side effects you experience. Consider the common side effects of your medication, how it influences your quality of life, and what time of day it’s most active....

January 17, 2025 · 9 min · 1726 words · Marilyn Hebert

When Is the Best Time to Take Vitamins?

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMultivitaminsB VitaminsVitamin CVitamin DVitamin AVitamin EPrenatal VitaminsAre All Vitamin Supplements Good for You?What to Do If Your Loved Ones Won’t Take Their Vitamins Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Multivitamins B Vitamins Vitamin C Vitamin D Vitamin A Vitamin E Prenatal Vitamins Are All Vitamin Supplements Good for You? What to Do If Your Loved Ones Won’t Take Their Vitamins Close The time you take your vitamins can sometimes determine their efficacy....

January 17, 2025 · 17 min · 3545 words · Noah Diaz

When It Comes to Talking Mental Health With Kids, Parents Need Support

Close Key TakeawaysFor parents, discussing mental health with your children can be intimidating.A recent survey found that the majority of parents in this situation need support in starting these conversations. Key Takeaways For parents, discussing mental health with your children can be intimidating.A recent survey found that the majority of parents in this situation need support in starting these conversations. While systemic shortcomings are certainly a factor contributing to these numbers, it’s more important now than ever to advocate for the mental health of children and teens at home....

January 17, 2025 · 6 min · 1153 words · Tonya Rios

When Oversharing Turns into Trauma Dumping, and How to Stop

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSocial Media Breeds Trauma DumpingWhy Trauma Dumping Can Push People AwaySigns You Might be a Trauma Dumper and How to StopHow to Set Boundaries Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Social Media Breeds Trauma Dumping Why Trauma Dumping Can Push People Away Signs You Might be a Trauma Dumper and How to Stop How to Set Boundaries Close Sharing our stress, anxiety, and worries with others can help process difficult feelings....

January 17, 2025 · 7 min · 1390 words · Michael Wilson

When Should I Call a Depression Hotline?

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Depression?What Is a Depression Hotline?Popular Depression HotlinesWhen Should I Call a Depression Hotline?What to Expect When You Call a Depression Hotline Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Depression? What Is a Depression Hotline? Popular Depression Hotlines When Should I Call a Depression Hotline? What to Expect When You Call a Depression Hotline Close For this reason, mental health professionals have createddepression hotlines....

January 17, 2025 · 8 min · 1601 words · Jasmine Christian

When Should You Trust Your Intuition?

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSignsTimes to Trust Your IntuitionIntuition vs. Overthinking Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs Times to Trust Your Intuition Intuition vs. Overthinking Close Intuition is the innate ability to know something without having to consciously think about it. It’s often referred to as a “gut feeling” when you “just know” something. A study found that people who trust their intuition are more likely to do the morally right thing....

January 17, 2025 · 7 min · 1335 words · Travis Santiago

When Social Withdrawal in Children Is a Problem

Close Socially withdrawn children and adolescents may be showing signs ofdepression. While it is normal for a child to begin to pull away from their parents and identify more with peers as they reach adolescence, social withdrawal from friends and peers may be a sign of something more serious. Learn to spot the telltale signs that indicate a child or teen is depressed and what you can do to help....

January 17, 2025 · 6 min · 1146 words · David Miller

When to Give Someone a Second Date and When to Say, “Next”! From a Therapist

Close As aclinical psychologistwho specializes in couples, young adults, and relationships, I’ve worked with many people who have struggled with dating. When my patients open up about their difficulty finding the right person, they often reveal uncertainty about potential partners in the early stages of dating.In an ideal world, we would go on first dates and know right away if we are excited about going on asecond datewith that person or if we should pass, but so often we’re left feeling indecisive....

January 17, 2025 · 18 min · 3748 words · Melissa Johnson

When to Move in Together

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSignsTips to AdaptWhat to Do If It Doesn’t Work Out Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Signs Tips to Adapt What to Do If It Doesn’t Work Out Close If you and your boo have been seeing each other for some time andthings are going well, the thought of moving in together may start to cross your mind. Living together is a pretty big step, so whether it’s your first time or you’ve lived with a partner before, you probably want to make sure you’re ready to take that leap....

January 17, 2025 · 7 min · 1302 words · Kyle Andrews