Initially, you may not see the difference between bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder. Both disorders involve issues with impulse control and mood shifts, and even clinical doctors have trouble sorting out the proper diagnosis within the first few sessions. With bipolar disorder, you experience a series of depressive or manic mood episodes, and having […] Read more…
You dedicate your life to taking care of others. What about yourself? You can’t pass out alms from an empty coin purse — you need to care for yourself, too. Caregiving for a friend or family member is one of the most challenging things to take on — and one of the most underappreciated. Yes, […] Read more…
You know your body changes when you go through puberty. Did you know your emotions take a roller coaster ride too? Your mind and your body are intricately connected. Keep in mind that what you’re experiencing is normal. You might feel a little crazy, but knowledge is power. Once you know what to expect, the […] Read more…
Financial stress keeps countless people up at night with fears of the future. Whether it happens incidentally or through generational poverty, it causes many to struggle with supporting themselves and their families. Being unable to make ends meet damages more than your credit report. Your mental and physical health also takes a hit. Sleeping problems, […] Read more…
If someone close to you has a substance abuse problem, you’ve probably spent hours thinking of how to love an addict without enabling. It’s natural to want to help them and see them do better, but you’ll have to juggle this without reinforcing the problem. You may wonder how to do this if you’ve never […] Read more…
Libraries, books and tests — oh my! School can provide some of the best moments in life, but it can also throw obstacles your way. An overload of assignments and extracurricular activites will quickly wear you out. This phenomenon is known as burnout, and researchers define it as a state of mental, physical and emotional […] Read more…