Depression is a mental health disorder that affects an individual’s mood and energy levels. It often interferes with everyday tasks and normal functioning. If left [...]

Despite the fact that the U.S. Surgeon General released a report in 2016 that stated 21 million Americans are struggling with addiction, stigma still remains. [...]

We all have expectations of ourselves and others. Some are prominent, such as an expectation to graduate, while other may not be so obvious. Healthy [...]

If you were arrested or convicted of a DUI, you are probably wondering if you should tell your employer. Or, more importantly, if you have [...]

Reviewed by Jodi Jaspan, MS, LPC Working as a therapist for the past five years, I’ve learned how insecurities negatively impact a person’s mental health. [...]

We all have thoughts that replay themselves in our heads. We might think to ourselves, "don't forget your keys," or "I have so much to [...]

The terms 'alcoholism' and 'alcoholic' are often used to describe anyone who drinks heavily. The proper term for this condition is alcohol use disorder, and [...]

Insomnia — a sleeping disorder where you have difficulty falling and/or staying asleep — is not an uncommon reality for many. In fact, approximately 70 [...]

There are two types of anxiety that people can experience: normal, healthy anxiety, and excessive worrying that takes over an individual’s life. The latter is [...]

Self-care is a trendy term these days, and for good reason. Self-care is the healthy practice of building intentional habits that improve mental, emotional and [...]

What is grounding? Grounding is a technique used to cope with distressing emotions. In grounding, a person will seek to reconnect with the present [...]

For individuals trying to make positive changes in their lives, self-sabotage can be a big issue that prevents them from reaching their goals. Self-sabotage can [...]