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The first month of the year has been just as bleak for the media industry. Vox Media and Dotdash Meredith (publisher of Verywell Mind, among other titles) each laid off 7% of their respective employees. NBC News and MSNBC laid off 75 employees. The Washington Post laid off 20 people and took down 30 job listings. Whether you’ve recently lost your job or are in an industry experiencing continual layoffs, this can undoubtedly hurt your mental health and can be especially hard when you’re laid off remotely....

You can also seek health from a life coach or wellness coach, although the licensing requirements are not standardized in this field, and they do not treat mental health conditions. They focus on problem-solving, setting goals, and reaching those goals. What LCSWs Do If you seek help from a licensed clinical social worker (often called an LCSW), you will likely be working with someone who will have either an M....

Subscribe Now: Apple Podcasts / Spotify / Google Podcasts Overview Alcoholics Anonymous, or AA as it is widely known, has been around since it was founded in 1935 by Bill W. and Dr. Bob in Akron, Ohio. The expansion of the program from a meeting between two alcoholics on June 10, 1935, got a boost with the publication of the book, Alcoholics Anonymous, known as The Big Book, and a 1941 article in the Saturday Evening Post about the group....

According to a poll conducted by the Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research, while older people are more susceptible to complications from the virus, younger people who are the most concerned about someone in their home become sick. News reports suggest a “millennial vs. boomer” divide, implying that boomers are taking things seriously while millennials are out partying, but this likely stems from a misunderstanding of the actual ages of various generations....

Let’s take a look at what bipolar disorder looks like for different people, how to find out if you have it, and how bipolar disorder is usually treated. What Is Bipolar Disorder? Bipolar disorder is characterized by extreme mood swings. People with bipolar disorder usually alternate between states of mania (or hypomania) and depression. Bipolar disorder is a serious mental health condition that can impact relationships, work, finances, and emotional well-being....

With the legalization of marijuana, Americans’ attitudes towards these substances are loosening—along with research showing the potential for healing with many of these drugs: particularly psilocybin (mushrooms), MDMA (ecstasy), and ketamine (Special K). Additionally, as rates of depression rise—by more than 25% during the pandemic alone—and more and more Americans are taking antidepressants, less than 50% of people find an antidepressant that works sufficiently for them on the first try....

The first one happened on live TV when she was 26 years old. Meade, who was working as a local reporter in Chicago at the time, had been given a script for a breaking news story. Like many times before, she stood in front of the camera, ready to go on air. But this time, her mind zeroed in on one thought: “What if I screw this up?” “I refer to it as the thought that ate me....

Often this is the first time the child has been away from home and the close supervision of the parent(s). Parents may begin to obsess about contamination or their inability to ensure the child is safe or getting their needs met, among other things. For those who had OCD before their children were born, new thoughts or fears may arise. Even people who have been successfully managing their OCD symptoms can relapse if parental responsibilities trigger new intrusive thoughts....

Health Benefits of Hobbies One study found that those who engage in physical leisure activities for at least 20 minutes once a week are less susceptible to fatigue. Other research found that enjoyable activities performed during leisure time were associated with lower blood pressure, total cortisol, waist circumference, and body mass index, and perceptions of better physical function. Such activities were also correlated with higher levels of positive psychosocial states and lower levels of depression and negative effect....

But random acts of kindness aren’t only meaningful to the recipient—they provide important benefits to those who perform them, as well. “Performing a selfless act increases one’s sense of gratitude, as one is in a position to do something generous for another person,” explains Desreen N. Dudley, PsyD, a licensed clinical psychologist at Teladoc. “Doing a kind act for another person can increase the sense of feeling connected to another person, which in turn helps people see the worth and value in their own lives....

Friday Fix: Episode 78 Whether you said something out of anger and hurt your partner’s feelings or you completely forgot about a deadline for work, your next move is critical. And as tempting as it might be to downplay your mistake, minimizing your responsibility only makes things worse. You’ll risk damaging the relationship even more. If your apology goes awry, you’ll likely meet resistance. And if things go really wrong, you might find yourself blaming the other person or telling them that they’re just being “too sensitive....

If you tend to be a highly sensitive person, you are more likely to sense social threats. But with this high sensitivity comes increased reactivity, which might cause you to misread signals from others. You might look for ways to avoid feeling hurt if you are overly sensitive. This can prevent you from engaging in social situations, pursuing career opportunities, enjoying close relationships, or being authentic in your interactions with others....

In one survey, between 20% to 30% of participants stated that losing a loved one was the most traumatic event in their lives—even among those who had reported 11 or more traumatic events over the course of their life. For that group, 22% still ranked the loss of a loved one as their most traumatic event. Why the Death of a Mother Is So Hard Whether you are grieving the death of a mother who birthed you or a mother (or mother figure) who raised you, you are either grieving the bond you had or the bond you wish you had....

This article will help you learn what meditation is and if there is a specific way to meditate. You will also learn some of the benefits of meditation. What Is Meditation? In plain, to meditate means to engage in thought or contemplation or to reflect. So you may meditate regularly without even realizing it. Is There a Specific Way to Meditate? There is no right or wrong way to meditate....

Barriers to a Peaceful Home Because this seems like such a given, why don’t people put more focus on discovering and assembling the elements of a peaceful home? It’s a paradox that many of us experience. Even though home is important, the need to take care of the structure and workings of our homes may not seem like as pressing of a need as others we experience day-to-day. When we’re rushing to get out the door in the morning, or collapsing on the couch after a long day, cleaning and organizing may seem like a ridiculous pursuit....

This technique is not easy as you are asking yourself to send kindness your way or to others. It often takes practice to allow yourself to receive your own love or to send it. Benefits of Loving Kindness Meditation During loving kindness meditation, you focus benevolent and loving energy toward yourself and others. There are many well-documented benefits of traditional meditation, but as with other techniques, this form of meditation takes practice....

Meet Jessica Lahey Jessica Lahey has spent more than 20 years as a teacher, including five years teaching in a drug and alcohol rehab center for adolescents. She is also a New York Times bestselling author. Her books include “The Gift of Failure: How the Best Parents Learn to Let Go So Their Children Can Succeed” and “The Addiction Inoculation: Raising Healthy Kids in a Culture of Dependence.” She writes about education, parenting, and child welfare for The Washington Post, New York Times, and The Atlantic....

“In some cases, the individual being used may not recognize the pattern until long after the behaviors first start. On other occasions, the individual is keenly aware they have been manipulated for another person’s gain right away,” says Marcum. Past relationships—sometimes going back to childhood—can play a role in adult relationship dynamics. For instance, people who have grown up in a positive family climate may be more assertive and therefore less likely to be taken advantage of....

In this article, we’ll walk you through how to see and use the stitches effect on TikTok. Whether you’re new to the app or a seasoned user looking to up your TikTok game, this guide will help you learn everything you need to know about the stitches effect and how to use it to make your videos stand out. So, let’s get started! Explanation of the “stitches” effect and how it is used in TikTok videos The “stitches” effect on TikTok is a fun and visually interesting way to add a unique touch to your videos....