psychology
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How to Tell Whether You’re Stressed or Depressed
Stress and depression can look and feel very similar to each other. Some of the common symptoms for both include issues with sleeping, eating, concentration, and mood, as well as difficulties performing daily tasks. Physically, there’s a lot of overlap between stress and depression, as both affect the immune system, leading to an increase in…
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How to Lower Your Teenager’s Risk of Suicide
Warning: This article deals with the topic of suicide and may be triggering for some. If you’re in need of support, help is available Lifeline Australia on 13 11 14. Suicide rates among America’s youth have been on the rise since 2007 — and the pandemic has only made things worse. No parent wants to…
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What to Do When Your Toddler Is a Hitter
We talked recently about what parents can do if their toddler bites people, whether out of curiosity, frustration, or a need for attention. While some toddlers bite for those reasons, others may turn to hitting. A slap across the face from a toddler probably won’t hurt as much as a bite on the arm, but…
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Is It OK to Ask Your Therapist Personal Questions?
As a client in talk therapy, it can feel like there’s an unspoken boundary between you and your therapist concerning what questions you’re allowed to ask about their personal life. Can you ask them if they are married or single, or if they have kids, or about their political beliefs? Should you?