Finding Goal-Setting Strategies That Actually Work Every January, millions of people set goals with the hope that this will be the year things finally change. Yet studies show that up to 80% of New Year’s resolutions fail by February. So why is it so hard to make New Year’s resolutions stick? Understanding why resolutions fail—and...
A therapist explains holiday spending & how to prevent overspending The holidays are supposed to be the season of joy, peace, and warm fuzzy feelings, but for many people, it’s also the season of, “Why is my credit card smoking?” Holiday credit card debt is like a fruitcake: Nobody really wants it, yet it shows...
GLP-1 Medications & Mental Health If you’ve been thinking about starting a weight loss medication like Ozempic or Wegovy, you’re not alone. These drugs, known as GLP-1 receptor agonists, have helped many people lose weight and improve blood sugar control. But as more people use them, some are noticing unexpected emotional side effects, including low...
Why Public Awareness on Deadly Alcoholism Must Catch Up A Growing Public Health Crisis In recent years, the United States has seen a disturbing surge in deaths from alcohol-related liver disease. A study published in JAMA Network Open found that between 1999 and 2022, more than 436,000 people died from liver damage linked to excessive...
Caffeine & the Mind: What Psychology Says About Your Morning Cup Morning Coffee: A Good Start to Your Day? Coffee is more than just a morning ritual – it’s a powerful substance. But how much caffeine are we really consuming, and what are the psychological implications? The Coffee Brain Effect isn’t just a catchy...
The Mental Health Impact on Asian American Trans Individuals & Others Navigating life’s challenges while managing minority stress takes extraordinary strength. In addition, there is reason to believe there is more oppression on the horizon. LGBTQIA+ individuals face heightened discrimination and threat as they are directly targeted by what some call oppressive government policies and...
How Therapy for Stress Can Help You Find Relief In a rapidly changing world that may be seeing some unprecedented shifts, peace and peace of mind can be difficult to find. Stress is everywhere: economic instability, fluctuating markets, travel anxiety, and political uncertainty all add steam to this pressure cooker. These external factors can leave...
Supporting People Struggling With this Mood Mental Health Issue Watching a loved one struggle with extreme mood swings, unpredictable behavior, and emotional highs and lows can be challenging. Whether they’re experiencing a manic episode full of energy and impulsivity or a depressive period marked by exhaustion and sadness, you may feel unsure of how...
Why Is the Number of Autistic People So High Now? Autism rates are rising, or at least that is what it appears. A study published in JAMA Network Open reveals that the number of children and adults diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) has increased by 175% over a decade. In this study, researchers analyzed...
Suffering Through Another Valentine’s Day? Here are 7 Ways to Sling Cupid Does February 14 leave you quizzing yourself about why you don’t have a date or someone to dote on? Valentine’s Day is often filled with images of love, connection, and togetherness—but for many, it can also be a painful reminder of loneliness. Whether...
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