“It's important to remember that we are not responsible for the happiness of others, and it's OK to prioritize our own needs.” Here’s how to free ourselves from our people-pleasing tendencies. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/your-e…

Sometimes in a relationship, partners will find themselves having the same arguments over and over. This is why—and a healthy way to deactivate dysfunctional dynamics. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/anger-…

Disagreements, misunderstandings, and unmet expectations can drive a wedge between adult children and their parents. Here are 3 of the most common ways this can show up in relationships—and what to do about it, by Jeffrey Bernstein psychologytoday.com/us/blog/liking…

Want a happier, more fulfilling relationship? Focus on these key areas to stay connected and better navigate challenges together. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/social…

Sometimes, forces beyond our control can trigger an unhelpful state of mind. When that happens, here are 5 ways to emotionally recalibrate. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/facili…

Here are 4 factors that can make it difficult for people to see their depression for what it really is psychologytoday.com/us/blog/think-…

'Norms that encourage men to act strong and resilient directly oppose the vulnerability that traumatic events imply.' Here's why that can be so harmful to men's mental health—and what can be done about it, by 🏔 Mountainside Treatment Center psychologytoday.com/us/blog/from-a…

More young people today are embracing therapy. What does that mean for the future of psychology? Here's one expert's perspective. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/beyond…

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Unloving or abusive parents may try to justify their actions or insist it 'wasn't that bad.' Recognizing these excuses for what they are can help their adult children recover and regain control. Kaytee Gillis, LCSW-BACS explains. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/invisi…

A friend worth making—and keeping—is one you can comfortably trust. So, what happens when they violate your views of fairness and reciprocity? psychologytoday.com/us/blog/evolut…

Young children are vulnerable and dependent on their parents. Here's how that can lead to dysfunctional dynamics when a parent is high in narcissism. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/social…

When depression doesn't respond quickly to medication or therapy, it's easy to lose hope. Fortunately, research shows that some less-conventional approaches could help patients find relief. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/findin…

Are you treating your body well? Make sure you are addressing these key factors. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/everyd…

Traumatic early experiences, like abuse and neglect, can have a lifelong impact not just on mental health but on physical health, too. Here's how. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-se…

Intellectual humility doesn’t mean “doubting yourself or lacking confidence; it's about holding beliefs lightly, ready to revise them when new evidence comes along.” psychologytoday.com/us/blog/curiou…

Do you know someone who's struggling with depression, low mood, or anhedonia? “Behavioral activation”—scheduling pleasant activities into daily life—can help. Here's how to get started. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mappin…

People who are prone to feeling anxious in social settings may have a higher-than-normal awareness of others. Here's how they can use that to their advantage instead of being overwhelmed by it. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/peacef…

Here's why dissociation may occur during a traumatic experience—and how to stop getting triggered and start healing psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-ho…

Most of us have a tendency to believe that if we're stuck in our career or another part of life, that's just the way it is. Why not try for something better? Could many of our restrictions be self-imposed? psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-ph…