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Is Psychology a Social Science?
Psychology is typically classified as a social science. It is classified this way because psychology draws upon statistical analyses and scientific data for clinical application. The study of psychology focuses on both the human mind and behavior. People who study...
Do I Have Anxiety?
Anxiety disorders are considered the most common mental illness in America, impacting 40 million adults. That averages to about 1 in 5 people. Source Anxiety disorders are complex, and there isn’t a cure for them. However, the right treatment can help you manage...
Anxiety vs. Fear: Differences and Similarities
You’ve likely experienced both anxiety and fear, but can you tell the difference between them? People often want to shake these feelings as quickly as they possibly can, but they may be more helpful than they realize. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mgH8cwZvJzc What...
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ADHD vs. Anxiety
While they may seem very different on the surface, ADHD and anxiety share similar features, and can often be difficult to differentiate. It is also not uncommon for someone to meet criteria for both these diagnoses, but it is important to understand them in order to...
It’s All In Your Head: Surviving Human Trafficking
Sandy Storm is living with trauma from human trafficking. She was a trafficking victim for over 20 years, and it began during her childhood. Initially, she did not realize she was a survivor or how the trauma of human trafficking affected her until she started...
Does Social Media Cause Eating Disorders?
9% of the US population will experience an eating disorder in their lifetime, although statistics of subclinical rates of disordered eating are significantly higher. Next to opioid overdose, they are among the most lethal mental illnesses, responsible for one death...
It’s All In Your Head: Living with BPD
In this week's episode of "It's All In Your Head", you'll gain a first-hand understanding of what it is like to live with borderline personality disorder (BPD). You can watch the episode and read the transcript below. Plus, check out the recap episode! Missed the...
How Radical Acceptance Can Dramatically Improve Your Mental Health
Radical acceptance refers to fully and wholeheartedly accepting every moment for what it is. The concept comes from the idea that attachment to pain causes suffering- rather than the pain itself. By letting go of self-judgment and unrealistic expectations, you can...
It’s All In Your Head: Supporting Someone Living with BPD
In this week's episode of "It's All In Your Head", you'll understand what it's like to support someone with borderline personality disorder (BPD). You can read the transcript below and also watch the recap episode. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ui4e6FTiYRI Jackie...
Lesser-Known OCD Themes: Subtypes You May Be Surprised to Know Exist
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is often thought of as a disorder of extreme cleanliness and organization. While contamination and perfection are common obsessions, OCD encompasses a wide variety of themes. In this article, we’ll go through some of the...