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In order to get over feelings of self-hatred, it’s important to recognize the signs and symptoms, understand the underlying causes and triggers, realize the powerful effects it has on your life, and finally, make a plan to get over those feelings of self-hatred and develop healthy coping skills to feel better. Signs of Self-Hatred Below are some of the tell-tale signs that you might be living with self-hatred, beyond having occasional negative self-talk....

But what factors influence our personality? Can we change our personalities, or do our overall traits remain constant throughout life? Since personality is such a fascinating topic, it has become one of the most heavily researched subjects within psychology. Thanks to all this research, psychologists have learned a great deal about the things that influence personality as well as how personality influences our behaviors.​ For decades, pop psychology books touted the effects of birth order on personality, but hard evidence on the phenomenon remained elusive until quite recently....

While research studies aren’t exactly light reading material for the average person, the results of these experiments and studies can have significant applications in daily life. The following are some practical uses for psychology in everyday life. Introduce new or novel elements to keep your interest high.Vary repetitive sequences to help stave off boredom.Learn new things that build on your existing knowledge.Set clear goals that are directly related to the task....

In this article, explore ideas for fun activities to help you connect as a couple, share quality time, and create new memories together. Go On a Date The typical dinner-and-a-movie date night is always great, but sometimes you also need a spontaneous break from your routine. Think outside the box: brunch, karaoke, or a lazy day at the park count as dates, too. Date nights don’t have to be expensive to be fun, either....

This article will explore why you might be feeling you want to get back with your ex, four reasons why reuniting might be a mistake, signs of an unhealthy relationship, and how to move ahead. Follow Now : Apple Podcasts / Spotify / Google Podcasts Why You’re Feeling This Way After you experienced a relationship breakup, you probably felt disappointed, sad and had emotional pain. You might’ve even become depressed....

“Everything vanishes around me, and works are born as if out of the void,” said the artist Paul Klee. “Ripe, graphic fruits fall off. My hand has become the obedient instrument of a remote will.” What Klee described in this quote is a perfect example of what psychologist Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi calls flow. Total immersion in a task, a feeling of complete concentration and losing track of the outside world are all common characteristics of this state of mind....

The following are some of the most common sources of marital stress and marriage problems, as well as insights on how to address them. Money Problems Disagreements about money are one of the most common marriage problems couples face. Almost a third of adults with partners in the United States reported money as a source of conflict in their relationships. The following may become money problems in a marriage:...

According to Pacer National Bullying Prevention Center, approximately 20% of students report being bullied, citing issues like being name-called, being the subject of rumors, physical bullying, and being left out of social activities. 7 Common Reasons Why People Bully Given how damaging bullying is to others, it’s understandable to wonder why people bully in the first place. This article explores common reasons why people bully. They Have Emotional Trauma You might be familiar with the phrase, “hurt people hurt people....

This condition typically lasts for about a month; however, if its symptoms linger for longer than a month, it’s classified as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This means that in some instances, acute stress disorder could be viewed as a precursor to PTSD. By some estimates, around half of the people diagnosed with acute stress disorder are likely to develop PTSD. The symptoms of acute stress disorder and PTSD are very similar....

These findings underline that children who were exposed to air pollution during development are at increased risk for mental health challenges when compared to their peers who had less exposure. Understanding the Dangers of Air Pollution Researchers followed a cohort of 2,039 children born in the United Kingdom during 1994 and 1995 throughout childhood and then interviewed them at age 18 to analyze psychological symptoms as they related to a variety of risk factors....

It contains descriptions, symptoms, and other criteria necessary for diagnosing mental health disorders. It also contains statistics concerning who is most affected by different types of illnesses, the typical age of onset, the development and course of the disorders, risks and prognostic factors, and other related diagnostic issues. Just as with medical conditions, certain government agencies and many insurance carriers require a specific diagnosis in order to approve payment for support or treatment of mental health conditions....

However, evidence suggests that having a high IQ is hardly a guarantee for financial, academic, or creative success. This article explores whether high IQ people may have an edge when it comes to success, as well as some other factors that might play a part in determining life outcomes. What IQ Tests Measure The very first IQ tests were designed to identify schoolchildren in need of extra academic help. Over time, that intention changed....

It can be overwhelming and even frightening when the symptoms of depression first start manifesting themselves. Therefore, the idea that there are stages of depression that one goes through that eventually lead to healing and recovery can be a comforting idea. This article will take a look at the stages of grief and how they might relate to depression. Then it’ll evaluate whether there really are stages of depression based on the input of mental health practitioners....

Meet Brooke Shields Brooke Shields has worked in Hollywood since 1978 as an actress and a model. She’s starred on magazine covers across the globe, appeared in movies like ‘Blue Lagoon,’ and starred in the TV show ‘Suddenly Susan.’ She’s also a New York Times bestselling author. In 2005, her book ‘Down Came the Rain’ talked about the debilitating postpartum depression she experienced after the birth of her daughter and this helped reduce the stigma associated with postpartum depression....

This interest will likely grow as cannabis and marijuana products become legal in more states. A number of different products have emerged that contain CBD, THC, or both that are designed to alleviate ailments such as stress, anxiety, and insomnia. To understand these products’ side effects and potential benefits, it is important to first understand the differences between CBD and THC. What Is CBD? Cannabidiol, usually referred to as CBD, is the second most prevalent chemical compound found in cannabis....

It is considered “involuntary celibacy” when an individual is open to the idea of sex but is unable to find a partner. There are different ideas of what is considered celibacy. It can either be no sexual engagement at all, no penetration of any sort, or no penetration of a male’s genitals into a female’s. The difference between celibacy and abstinence is that abstinence is not necessarily a vow. As a result of celibacy, a person remains abstinent, which is the action of refraining from sex with penetration....

For more mental health resources, see our National Helpline Database. These young people are often away from home and friends for the first time. They’re living with strangers, far from their support systems, and working under intense pressure—with disrupted sleeping, eating, and exercise patterns. You could hardly design a more stressful atmosphere, particularly when depression or other mental health issues enter the picture. Follow Now : Apple Podcasts / Spotify / Google Podcasts...

Karen’s story will resonate with anyone who has struggled to hide their smoking. Thank you for sharing your story Kay, and congratulations on taking your life back. My name is Karen, but my friends call me Kay. I started smoking when I was 14. I am now 31. I realize now that my reasons for smoking at that age have twisted themselves into reasons why I was still smoking 16 years later....

Because of emotion dysregulation, you may have very strong emotional responses and difficulty managing those responses. Unfortunately, many people with BPD turn to unhealthy behaviors to cope with emotional pain, such as violence, self-harm, or substance abuse. This article discusses coping skills that can help to reduce emotion dysregulation and other symptoms of BPD. Benefits of Coping Skills Since emotion dysregulation is such an important feature of BPD, many treatments for this personality disorder emphasize the importance of building coping skills to better manage emotions when they arise....