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7 Signs You Were Raised by Emotionally Immature Parents, According to a Psychologist

Antipsychotic medications are commonly prescribed for schizophrenia and severe depression. There is strong evidence that antipsychotic medications are effective in reducing symptoms. Antipsychotic medication can have side effects, including weight gain. Antipsychotics are associated with reduced risk of early death among people with schizophrenia. Antipsychotic medication is used in schizophrenia,...

Does Antipsychotic Medication Work?

Both antidepressants and behavioral treatments improve symptoms of depression. Antidepressants appear to have small/medium-sized effects (amitriptyline having the largest impact). Psychotherapies seem to have medium-sized effects (behavioral activation having the largest impact). Published in June 2024, a recent paper in The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) reviews the...

The Latest on the Medications and Therapies That Treat Depression

Family-based treatment an evidence-based approach for treating anorexia nervosa in children and adolescents. It also shows promise as a primary treatment for young individuals with bulimia nervosa. A strong emphasis is placed on empowering parents or primary caregivers by equipping them with the skills, techniques, and confidence needed to assist...

Navigating Childhood and Adolescent Eating Disorders

Bereavement is the most common adverse life event experienced by youth in the United States. In fact, according to a 2020 article published in the American Journal of Orthopsychiatry, 6.6% of U.S. children (4.5 million) will experience the death of a parent before age 18. The COVID-19 pandemic has further elevated rates of childhood bereavement, particularly among Black and Latino youth. Given the prevalence of childhood bereavement, mental health professionals are now frequently faced with questions from concerned parents and caregivers about whether or not their child is “grieving in a healthy way” or, alternatively, may require therapy.

When Is Therapy Necessary for a Grieving Child?

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Kratom, a drug sold at U.S. gas stations and on the internet, has some serious risks and has caused deaths. Kratom alkaloids differ from heroin as they have opioid plus serotonergic, adrenergic, and other effects. Scientists are trying to separate the constituents of Mitragyna speciosa Korth leaves to find new...

What We Know About Kratom

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

When it comes to concerns about autism and food selectivity, many caregivers have questions that are both specific and challenging. The starting point to answering them is oftentimes the pediatrician, which is a great first step, except that most pediatricians aren’t equipped to deal with the complexity of feeding issues and autism. So, here are a few questions on this important topic and some starting points for answers from an expert in pediatric feeding disorders.

Autism and Feeding Therapy: 5 Things to Know

Many of us men have bad days “in our own heads,” overthinking and analyzing less-than-ideal situations regarding money, romance and other matters. We muddle through head-pounding self-induced negativity, bordering on despair, which aspirin and other over-the-counter drugs won’t help. Spousal and relationship harmony are challenges, and even close friends are kept at a standoffish distance.

Men’s Health: Too Many Men Ignore Their Signs of Depression or Refuse Treatment

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History Facts lists eight names US parents no longer give their newborns, which you may no longer hear in Virginia. The girls' names are Doris, Gertrude, Mildred, and Judith. I know or have known women with all four names, but they are either baby boomers or boomer parents' ages and someone's grandma or great aunt. Consider the ages of females in Virginia you know with these names.

Eight names parents in Virginia may no longer be giving to their newborns

Recovery is multi-faceted and complex, requiring understanding to navigate challenges and setbacks together. Finding common ground is crucial in the journey for fostering trust and nurturing a supportive environment. When individuals with serious mental illness control their journey, they often achieve better outcomes. This year I am celebrating six years...

Loving Someone With Serious Mental Illness

Developed by Vertex Pharmaceuticals, suzetrigine is a promising new class of pain medicine that has been gaining attention for its innovative mechanism of action and reported efficacy; suzetrigine might offer hope for those struggling with acute pain issues who want to avoid opioids and NSAIDs. The reliance on opioids and...

A New Class of Medicine for Pain Relief On The Horizon

A large number of US workers believe their bosses are bad, some bordering on toxic. Bosses who are punitive, overly-emotional, and inconsistent can easily become toxic. A potentially toxic boss blames employees and treats them unfairly. A 2023 survey found that nearly one-fourth of employees are working for their “worst...

5 Warning Signs That Your Boss Is Becoming Toxic

Mental health clinicians and legal practitioners can learn more about parental alienation and its treatment here. “John” is a 12-year-old boy whose parents are divorced. He is an only child. His parents have 50-50 shared custody of him. John has become aligned with his mother and is rejecting his father. He is being subjected to alienating behaviors by his mother, who is extremely unhappy about the shared custody arrangement with her ex-husband, whom she sees as ungrateful and abandoning. John’s mother wants to obtain primary custody of her son at any cost and views herself as his only parental protector.

Treatment of Parental Alienation: Guidelines for Mental Health and Legal Practitioners

Echo and Narcissus is one of the most famous, and perplexing, Greek myths. Narcissus is so self-absorbed that he ends up killing Echo, and himself. The myth can be interpreted on several levels: important themes include empathy and ego regulation. I have long been fascinated by the myth of Echo...

An Interpretation of the Myth of Narcissus

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Conflicts are inevitable in life as we have different opinions. Some zodiac signs are good at arguing while others strive to create harmony and avoid arguments. Yet, conflict resolution is a crucial skill at home and work. It helps people live peacefully and in unity.

5 Zodiac Signs Who Are Most Likely to Win Arguments

We all have a "shadow self," or a darker side, as first noted by the Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung. The shadow aspect in us evinces itself in dichotomized psycho-intensive states of activation. Crude jokes, retaliatory jealousy, anger, and vengeful thoughts are just a few examples of the shadow in you.

The Shadow Self: How Mr. Hyde Operates in Us All

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Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

Accommodations are available to empower neurodivergent children in and out of school. Parents should understand how accommodations can make experiences better for their neurodivergent child. Listen to the neurodivergent child and give them the tools and resources they need to succeed. As parents, we often hear about accommodations for our...

Year-Round Accommodations for Neurodivergent Children

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What Therapists Get Out of Psychotherapy: Six Core Themes

When therapists are in therapy, what do they find most valuable?. This was the central question of a study led by Marit Råbu of the University...

What Therapists Get Out of Psychotherapy: Six Core Themes

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