Whether your relationship with your parents is good or problematic, one element remains constant. It’s important to recognize what you can and can’t accept and make those limits clear. Are you an adult child struggling to maintain balance in your relationship with your parents? Here are some helpful tips for setting boundaries. Tips for Setting Boundaries […]
Do You Have an Anxiety Disorder?
What to Know and How to Cope Feeling worried every now and then isn’t unusual, but anxiety can have you feeling nervous much more often. Anxiety disorders can cause you to struggle with feeling helpless and anxious. You might also feel a sense of impending doom and have other symptoms, such as a faster heart […]
5 Tips for Dealing with Depression
Depression goes beyond feeling sad from time to time. When you have depression, this illness can cause strong feelings of hopelessness, a lack of energy, and other symptoms that affect your day-to-day life. Professional treatment, such as therapy, can help you understand this illness better and learn how to manage it. The following tips for dealing […]
What Does It Mean To Be Sadistic?
In this video, I explore the definition of sadism and discuss some examples of sadistic behavior. I also talk about the origins of the word and how it’s used today. Sadism is the desire to intentionally harm someone and derive pleasure from it. The harm can be physical or mental harm. The key difference between […]
Adults and ADHD – the Impact on Work and Relationships
Despite its name, adult attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is commonly associated with children. While studies show that approximately 4.4 percent of adults are affected with this condition, experts believe ADHD in adults is significantly underdiagnosed. In addition to its individual impact on a person, ADHD can have a major effect on work, relationships, and other interpersonal situations. […]
Healthy Ways to Train Yourself to Deal with Anxiety
Feeling nervous or anxious at times happens to everyone. However, being anxious on a regular basis is a sign of anxiety. Dealing with frequent or severe anxiety can affect many aspects of your everyday life, including interpersonal relationships and work. While struggling with anxiety can be difficult, there are healthy ways to train yourself to […]