Depression
What Causes Depression? It May Not Be What You Think
If you or a loved one are struggling with depression, there can be several causes….
Mental Health Blog
Depression
A Psychologist’s Advice on How to Deal with Disappointment
Last updated: July 28th, 2024 With contributions from Leah Walsh, Ph.D. Disappointment is a part…
DBT
cPTSD vs. PTSD: What’s the Difference?
Last updated: June 17, 2024 Complex post-traumatic stress disorder (cPTSD), sometimes referred to as complex…
Depression
Depression vs. Sadness: How to Know the Difference
Clinical depression is different than feeling sad — although it typically involves feeling sad. Learn…
OCD
Excessive Hand Washing: How Much Is Too Much?
It used to be easier to determine how much hand washing was excessive — but…
OCD
5 Myths You Need to Know About Intrusive Thoughts
Intrusive thoughts about violence, one’s sexual orientation, gender, and other topics can lead to severe…
Career
A Psychologist’s Advice on How to Cope with Life Transitions
Life is full of changes — many of them hard to deal with. How can…
Cognitive-behavioral therapy
Assertive vs. Aggressive: What’s the Difference?
Many people use these two terms interchangeably, but there are important differences in what it…
DBT
Your Easy Guide to the DBT’s GIVE Skills
Not every relationship is worth preserving. For those relationships you want to maintain or improve,…
Insomnia
Do I Have Insomnia?
How can you tell if your sleep troubles are insomnia? It can be complicated, but…
DBT
Change Is Inevitable
Lots of people have difficulty with change — but it always comes. Change is inevitable….
Anxiety
What Is Panic Disorder With and Without Agoraphobia?
Adults, teens, and even children can suffer from anxiety disorders. One type of anxiety characterized…