Mental Health Hotline Articles
Understanding and Addressing Trauma Bonding
Have you ever wanted to end a relationship that you knew wasn’t good for you, but you kept going back? Or maybe you had a parent or caregiver who was abusive but you maintained a relationship with them as an adult, even though you didn’t really want to. A trauma
How to Practice Effective Communication
In the middle of a mental health crisis, it can be difficult to talk about your thoughts and feelings and even harder to reach out to others for help. While more than 1 in 5 adults in the United States lives with a mental illness, only about half of these
What is Conflict Resolution Therapy
If you struggle with conflict management and resolving disputes in your relationships, you’re not alone. Research cited by the National Library of Medicine shows that the stresses of daily life create a complex web of connections between partners, where personal challenges naturally flow into relationship dynamics. Everything from work pressures
The Importance of Nonverbal Communication
A whole conversation can happen without anyone saying a word. A quick glance, a change in expression, a gesture or two and both parties know exactly what comes next. What we say is only one layer of communicating, but nonverbal cues add depth and significance to our back and forth.
How to Find Motivation When Feeling Directionless
If you’re feeling stuck or unsure about your path forward, you’re experiencing something deeply human and may need some motivation tips for your personal growth. Periods of feeling directionless are increasingly common across all age groups and life stages, but there are some research-based techniques to help you move ahead.
Understanding Limerence and Addressing it in Therapy
You probably already know how the rush of a new romantic infatuation feels. The butterflies in your stomach associated with falling in love are quintessential to the human experience. But what happens when a crush involves constantly and obsessively thinking about the other person? This powerful state, often mistaken for