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Gay men have enjoyed practicing it in relationships, as have women and people of all orientations. In fact, the term “cuckquean” is used for women who enjoy seeing their partner be intimate with others. The word ‘cuckold’ is traditionally used as a noun, referencing someone whose partner is exploring intimate/sexual activity with someone else. ‘Cuckolding’ as a verb references the act of non-monogamy in which a partner is exploring intimate/sexual activity with someone else....

What Is an Introverted Extrovert? Introverted extroverts also have traits of both introversion and extroversion, but they’re primarily introverted. What Is an Ambivert? Both introverted extroverts and extroverted introverts are ambiverts. Depending on the circumstances, they might prefer to spend an evening alone or be the life of the party. They can be reserved when the situation calls for it, and gregarious when an outgoing manner is more suitable. The Origins of Ambiversion During the 1920s, Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung introduced the terms extroversion and introversion to the masses....

Collaborative therapy was developed by psychotherapist Harlene Anderson after recognizing that therapy is sometimes hampered by a lack of collaboration between therapists and their clients, in particular for those who have difficulty trusting authority figures. Types of Collaborative Therapy Collaborative therapy refers to a philosophical stance toward therapy rather than a type of therapy. For this reason, there are no specific forms of collaborative therapy that can be identified. Instead, it is most frequently associated with the humanistic approach to psychotherapy, which includes therapies such as person-centered therapy and existential psychotherapy....

Learning became a major focus of study in psychology during the early part of the twentieth century as behaviorism rose to become a major school of thought. Today learning remains an important concept in numerous areas of psychology, including cognitive, educational, social, and developmental psychology. Learning Is an Active Process Even if you learn something relatively quickly, it is still a multi-step process. To learn, you must encounter new information, pay attention to it, coordinate it with what you already know, store it in your memory, and apply it....

History of Psychoeducation Early psychotherapies did not emphasize client education. It was not considered important to educate the client about their diagnosis because the therapist is the expert, not the client. However, this view has become dated, as many therapists currently recognize the client’s expertise in their own life and experience. Physicians began using psychoeducation to help clients understand their treatment and improve adherence in the early 1900s. In mental health, the researcher C M Anderson first introduced using psychoeducation with clients diagnosed with schizophrenia....

Symptoms of Schizophreniform Disorder Individuals with schizophreniform disorder experience psychotic symptoms that last for fewer than six months and then abate. If symptoms persist for more than six months, the individual has another disorder, such as schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder rather than schizophreniform disorder. In order to qualify for a diagnosis of schizophreniform disorder, an individual must have two or more of the following symptoms for a period of at least one month:...

Building on a 2021 Phase 3 trial, considered the final step in clinical drug testing before approval, which found MDMA-assisted therapy to be significantly safe and effective in treating severe, chronic PTSD, new research suggests that not only can MDMA-assisted psychotherapy improve and extend the lives of PTSD patients, it can also reduce healthcare costs. The Research Using data from MDMA-assisted therapy’s Phase 3 trial, researchers calculated mortality, expected medical costs and incremental cost-effectiveness ratio for the treatment over 30 years....

Meet Grace Gaustad Grace Gaustad is a singer and songwriter who rose to fame at the age 15 when her performance of “Take Me to Church” went viral. She released her debut album, BlKBX, in 2021. In it, she addresses her experiences growing up as part of the LGBTQ+ community and the bullying she endured in school. She’s released several singles in 2022. Why Grace Gaustad Is Mentally Strong Grace was bullied throughout school....

Friday Fix: Episode 146 Depression is complicated. There’s more than one type. Some people only have one depressive episode while others have frequent bouts of depression that come and go. The symptoms can differ from person to person as well. Some people sleep too much. Others don’t sleep enough. Some people have physical symptoms. Others appear irritable rather than sad. Many people who have depression don’t even know they have it....

While a popular movie from decades ago declared that “Love means never having to say you’re sorry,” never apologizing in a relationship is a sure way to risk losing it. This article explores why apologizing is important and how to recognize when you should say you’re sorry. It also discusses why apologizing can be so difficult and tips for making it easier and more effective. Benefits of Apologizing We may have learned about apologizing when we’ve hurt a friend—accidentally or otherwise....

Learn to spot the telltale signs that indicate a child or teen is depressed and what you can do to help. Why Depressed Children May Withdraw Children who are depressed may feel misunderstood, irritable, worthless, or hopeless. They may feel like no one can understand or help them—so why should they bother keeping or making friends? Having friends to talk to and confide in is thought to be very helpful emotionally, especially for those who suffer from depression....

Past experiences are likely to have an influence on your current outlook and state of mind. If you have been through a traumatic event in your life, it can be difficult to accept the good even when it is right in front of you. This may manifest itself through feelings of guilt or anxiety when things go too well, as those emotions can be hardwired into us from our past....

Whether or not it is right for you is a discussion you need to have with your doctor, but it is a good idea to learn how Chantix works and why it may help you break a nicotine addiction. Overview Chantix is the brand name for varenicline tartrate, a smoking cessation drug developed by Pfizer, Inc. It was developed specifically to help people quit smoking and it has two very unique qualities....

One large-scale 2017 study found that these gender differences emerge starting at age 12, with girls and women being twice as likely as men to experience depression. Several risk factors have been studied that might account for gender differences in rates of depression. Hormonal Differences Given that the peak onset of depressive disorders in women coincides with their reproductive years (between the ages of 25 to 44 years of age), hormonal risk factors may play a role....

So what is it about workplace communication in the digital age that causes high stress levels and feelings of anxiety? Let’s take a look at some of the specific challenges that come with collaborating with colleagues and supervisors from behind a screen, along with tips from experts on setting boundaries for your mental health. Stress from Digital Communications at Work Workplace communication has been a source of stress and anxiety for people long before the digital era....

But, if you’re like most people, you make resolutions without giving much thought to how you are going to achieve them. Instead, you jot down a few things you would like to accomplish or change in your life and call it a day. Then, by the time mid-January or the first part of February rolls around, you have given up on your resolutions and may even start to feel just a little like a failure....

Other examples include the belief that the pharmaceutical industry intentionally spreads diseases or that vaccines cause illness rather than prevent them. While it might seem like these beliefs are rare or even pathological, research has shown that they are surprisingly common. One study found that half of all Americans believe in at least one conspiracy theory. What explains this common and often deep-rooted belief that powerful, sinister, and secretive groups are conspiring to deceive others—particularly in a day and age where we have more access to information and facts that might debunk these ideas?...

This article explores some of the different reactions to grief, factors that can affect how we grieve, and some coping strategies that may be helpful. Factors That Affect the Grieving Process The grieving process varies based on the person and several other factors, says Sabrina Romanoff, PsyD, a clinical psychologist and professor at Yeshiva University. Below, she outlines some of the factors that can affect how people grieve. Causational Factors These are some of the potential causes of grief:...

While it’s perfectly normal to want attention from friends, loved ones, and people you admire, constantly needing attention is unhealthy. It can also be a sign of an underlying mental health condition. Signs That You Need Attention From Others Some people who are attention-seekers may not realize that they’re exhibiting attention-seeking behaviors. Attention-seeking people express their desire for attention in varying ways. Some of the most common behaviors people who need attention exhibit include: Faking helplessness: One method people with attention-seeking behaviors behave is by feigning helplessness in situations they are perfectly adept at handling....

It can be difficult to start your mental health journey, but simply saying to yourself, “I need help” is a wonderful and empowering first step. Read on for information about how to recognize mental health conditions, how to get the help you need, and other important resources for addressing your mental health concerns. How to Know If You Need Help In any given year, about 1 in 5 of us will experience a mental health condition....