Coping Skills

Inclusive research psychology is the latest buzzword in the field of psychology, and there is an important need for more inclusive research. In particular, research in psychology must focus on understanding how gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, social class, and other factors shape individuals’ experiences and how they inform one’s sense of identity—all of which …

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapy that helps individuals change negative or unhelpful patterns of thinking and behavior. It is based on the idea that our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected and that changing one of these components can lead to changes in the others. CBT has become one of the …

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Social media can have both positive and negative effects on mental health. While it can connect people, provide a sense of community and support, and offer opportunities for self-expression, it can also lead to negative mental health outcomes. Social media has become an integral part of everyday lives, however, there is growing evidence to suggest …

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Most of us have heard about eating disorders, either through television, movies, or perhaps because we know someone, directly or indirectly, who suffers from them. You may also know that having an eating disorder is a very serious thing. It is not and should not be a fashion, a trend, and much less, a way …

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There’s no way to soften it, whether you’ve been personally touched by it or thru community exposure, suicide is a hard topic of conversation. How do we even begin to discuss such a sobering subject without becoming too scientific and sterile and balance the reflection with empathy and compassion? My answer is to speak on …

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Dr. Joy DeGruy is a highly respected researcher, educator, and author who is known for her work on the impact of slavery, institutional racism, and other forms of oppression on the mental and emotional health of African Americans. Dr. DeGruy earned her doctorate in social work from Portland State University and has gone on to …

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Emigrar a otro país es una gran aventura para la mayoría de las personas. Una aventura llena de emoción, planes, sueños, y esperanza. Pero también es una situación que nos puede causar mucho miedo e incertidumbre. Dentro del área de psicología, el duelo migratorio es un término a través del cual podemos describir las emociones …

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Opening Up: Monogamous to Polyamory in Therapy Therapy can help you explore the possibility of opening up your relationship to polyamory or help strengthen those that have committed to the lifestyle. Therapy can provide support and guidance as you navigate this process deeper. You may want to consider going to therapy if you and your …

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Anger is a natural human emotion that, like all emotions, has a purpose that can be very beneficial to people. When anger is well managed, it can motivate us to act when we perceive an injustice, or when we consider that we have to defend ourselves from others. Anger can be an emotion that protects …

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Baby Blues and Postpartum Depression Becoming a mother is a wonderful experience, full of emotions, planning and many changes in a person’s life. However, it can also be an exhausting process, where a person can feel extremely overwhelmed by so many doubts and worries, especially if it is the first time that you have a …

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