Many people enjoy shopping, whether it’s the satisfaction of finding a great deal or visualizing how great they’ll look wearing the latest release from their favorite designer. Others, however, feel an irresistible urge to buy things even if they don’t need the items. Left unchecked, compulsive shopping, or spending addiction, becomes a vicious cycle that […]
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Dissociation is a mental disconnect from self or surroundings: May feel like zoning out or being unreal Common in trauma and stress-related disorders Can be managed with awareness and therapy Defining what dissociation is may be challenging, but it’s a phenomenon most experience to a certain degree. It could be arriving home after work only
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The proliferation of online gaming has enabled gamers around the world to connect and build digital friendships surrounding common interests. These habits can sometimes resemble gambling addictions or are other forms of compulsive addictions. Gaming can and is a healthy outlet for many people, however, in some cases the relationship people have with gaming can
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Every 3 seconds, someone in the United States experiences intimate partner violence. By adulthood, 1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men will have a history that includes at least one episode of severe violence from a partner, according to statistics compiled by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence . Getting out of abusive
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Substance abuse disorder affects people from all walks of life. Around 48.7 million people aged 12 or older had a substance abuse disorder in 2022. Some of those individuals were struggling with addiction to both drugs and alcohol. Knowing the signs of substance abuse can help families identify if a loved one is at risk
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Depression is a common and serious mood disorder that changes how a person thinks and feels. It’s also one that’s often misunderstood. Many people refer to themselves as depressed if they’re feeling down about something, but there are clear diagnostic criteria that must be met for someone to be classified as having depression. In this
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The NAMI Helpline offers free mental health support: Provides resources, guidance, and referrals Staffed by trained volunteers Available via phone, email, or text For those navigating mental health challenges, the NAMI HelpLine is a tool that can provide support and resource referrals to help. Reaching out for assistance when your life feels overwhelming takes courage
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988 is the national mental health crisis line: Free, 24/7 support for suicide, anxiety, or distress Connects you to trained crisis counselors Available by call, text, or chat The ability to get immediate support when facing a mental health or substance abuse crisis is about to get a lot easier. Thanks to the dedication of
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When most people think of bullying, they think of school-age children. In fact, studies show that as many as 1 out of 5 students experiences some form of bullying. The reality is that adults can also be victims of bullying behaviors. Unfortunately, bullying at any age can have a significant impact on the mental health
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When prescriptions and therapy have had limited effect, plenty of people turn to natural remedies for depression. It’s more common than you might think — according to the most recent study by the National Institute of Mental Health, as many as 21.0 million adults in the United States alone had at least one major depressive
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