Ever wonder why we talk about feeling butterflies in your stomach? Or have you ever made an important decision based on a gut reaction? While these cliches have merit in mainstream conversation, they likely speak to the relationship shared between the gut and brain....
We’ve all heard of this term, but really understanding the underpinnings of mental health awareness is important for everyone. Although most people know the common mental health disorders, discerning the main causes, symptoms, and treatments is often confusing. In...
Although it’s not a clinical diagnosis, someone with narcissistic sociopathic tendencies generally has a combination of narcissistic and avoidant personality symptoms. These individuals lack empathy toward people and may gain pleasure from harming others. This can...
We’re all different, and we all cope with stress in various ways. Finding what works for you can sometimes be a trial-and-error process. Depending on what you need at a given moment, you may benefit more from certain strategies than others. That said, some...
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...
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...
Motivational interviewing (MI) is an evidence-based therapeutic approach that helps ambivalent people make changes. When used appropriately, MI can help people decide how they want to proceed moving forward- even if they experience fear or resistance. MI is...
New research has identified a term known as the dark empath, which some refer to as the most dangerous personality type. Note this is not a recognized personality disorder. Let’s explore what the term means, and what you need to know....
Self-harm (also known as self-injury) refers to intentionally harming oneself on purpose. Anyone can self-harm, but it’s particularly prominent among adolescents and young adults. One study found that 8% of people between ages 12-17 and 1 in 4 of all young people have...
Your inner child is an integral part of who you are and what you do. In its simplest terms, an inner child is the younger version of yourself. As an adult, your inner child helps shape your thoughts, behaviors, relationships, and overall motivation. Carl Jung...