As a psychologist who has worked with teens, adults, and families for over 30 years, I’ve seen how powerfully our emotions shape our choices, often without our realizing it. A recent study... Read more »
Internalized heterosexism refers to the internalization of societal stigma and negative attitudes toward same-gender sexuality, leading individuals to feel negatively about their own sexual orientation. This self-stigma can cause significant mental health... Read more »
Defining the Terms of Sexual Assault The first step in helping patients who are survivors of sexual trauma is allowing them to choose the words they may want to use to describe... Read more »
App-based psychotherapeutic exercises provide immediate, accessible anxiety relief, helping overcome common mental health barriers such as limited access to therapists, costs, stigma, and logistical challenges. These digital interventions offer flexible, scalable solutions,... Read more »
This post was authored by guest writer Rachel Haack, MA, MFTI, a therapist and consultant in Nevada. Let’s talk about something that’s been sitting on my mind for awhile, especially as I... Read more »
ADHD doesn’t just affect focus and organization – it also affects the way we socialize and communicate. Many people with ADHD find social interactions more challenging than they are for neurotypical people.... Read more »
In today’s heated political climate, we’re quick to label opposing viewpoints as “bad ideas”—morally flawed, intellectually bankrupt, or even dangerous. Yet what if many of these supposedly bad ideas aren’t inherently wrong,... Read more »
Epistemic beliefs are personal beliefs about the nature of knowledge and how knowledge is acquired. They influence how individuals evaluate information and evidence. People with certain epistemic beliefs, such as viewing knowledge... Read more »
“Whose baby is this?” Leah stared at an egg donor profile on her laptop. Blonde hair. Ivy League degree. Artistic flair. She should have felt hopeful. Instead, her chest tightened. This was... Read more »
Internet Addiction Disorder (IAD) is characterized by excessive or compulsive Internet use, negatively affecting daily functioning and mental health. A sleep disorder refers to conditions disrupting sleep quality, duration, or regularity, causing... Read more »