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In relationships, many of us are drawn to people who are different from ourselves — as the challenge can be very attractive. That is, until conflict arises, and many are left asking, “Who is this person and where did the one I first met go?” What initially draws us to each other can also become the thing that most frustrates us in the long-term (for example being drawn to someone who is laid back and relaxed, who in the future struggles to initiate plans or remember to get things done). T... read article >>

There is perhaps no group at greater risk of suicide than our armed forces. In a recent article published in USA Today, suicide has been confirmed to be the leading cause of death among active-duty soldiers from 2014 to 2019. It is so common that the #22ADAY Movement was created as a call to action, shedding light on the average of 22 veterans who die by suicide each day. According to the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs, rates of veteran suicide continue to climb and are currently at an ... read article >>

Have you ever told your friends you wanted to text an ex, only to hear them vehemently say no? Or maybe you’re thinking fondly about a past job ― one that you actually hated. Or perhaps you decided to pursue a sobriety journey after a few rough nights out, but you find yourself unable to stop thinking about the fun you had when a cocktail was involved. These situations illustrate what it might be like to experience “euphoric recall.” ... read article >>

The world does not understand the incredible potential of those with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Unhelpful ableist messaging, misunderstanding, judgment, and disability-related discrimination can cause those with ADHD to experience intense emotional responses to criticism or rejection. This stands to reason: One study shows that, in school alone, a child with ADHD could receive 20,000 corrective or critical comments by their 12th birthday. It’s understandable that the ... read article >>

Do gaslighters know what they are doing? This is a common question asked of the psychological abuse tactic intended to manipulate others into questioning their own sanity. The term came from the 1938 British play Gas Light, which depicted a charming husband who slowly manipulates his wife through isolation and tactful deception in a malicious attempt to make her lose her mind. His intent was to harm, as well as establish power and control- which are fundamental attributes when defining gaslight... read article >>