Is it possible to truly “catch up” on sleep over the long-term? Vera Blair / Stocksy Getting through the day on a poor nights sleep is brutal. You feel groggy and foggy-brained, its hard to muster momentum, and it can evenaffect your mood. Vera Blair / Stocksy When lack of sleep becomes the norm, this leads to sleep debt. What Is Sleep Debt? Think of sleep as a credit for the brain....
What to Know About Sleepwalking Sleepwalking is a kind of parasomnia, or abnormal sleep behavior. Symptoms Sleepwalking looks different for different people and can vary from one episode to another. Contrary to popular belief, sleepwalking doesnt even always include walking! Catherine McQueen / Getty Images Here are some things that may occur during an episode of sleepwalking: Importantly, sleepwalking can be dangerous. For example, a study published inSleepfound that 57.9% of adult sleepwalkers exhibited violent behavior while sleepwalking....
Social anxiety can be super debilitating and those of us who are strugglingtotallydeserve support and extra care. Applying online might be the easiest way to see if you qualify for assistance. It’s always worth seeking additional help if you feel you need itso don’t be afraid to ask! Verywell / Laura Porter What Does Social Assistance Mean? In the United States, the Social Security Administration (SSA) offers benefits for people with disabilities....
Just what is brain rot, you might ask? AKA when being chronically online bleeds into real life. Some things used to be for the Internet’s eyes and ears only. Verywell Mind / Getty Images Not now, though. What Is Brainrot? Wait, what is brainrot again? Funny and self-deprecating, but also truthful. Brainrot Behaviors Doomscrooling and consuming negative news from social media are a few brainrot behaviors. So is talking about memes and excessively using Internet slang....
This can lead to confusion, loss of confidence and self-esteem, and uncertainty of one’s mental stability. A common result of gaslighting is a dependency on the perpetrator. Gaslighting primarily occurs in romantic relationships but can show up in friendships or among family members. People who gaslight others may have mental health disorders. How Do You Tell If Someone Is Gaslighting You? Gaslighting Gaslighting is a technique that undermines a person’s perception of reality....
Here’s what you better know about the effectiveness and safety of St. John’s wort for treatingchildhood depression. What Is St. John’s Wort? The flowering plant can be used for many purposes and is available in a variety of forms. esemelwe / Getty Images The flowering tops of the St. John’s wort plant is often used in teas. However, the use of St. John’s wort for depressionin childrenhas not been well-studied....
Our heartbeat quickens, our palms get sweaty, and maybe our mouths get dry. Stage fright may arise suddenly or gradually and may be mild or severe. No matter what your level of stage fright may be, there are ways to handle this condition. Cultura RM Exclusive/Phil Fisk / Getty Images With therapy, time, and experience it is fully possible to overcome it. Who Gets Stage Fright? Why Do People Feel Compelled to Perform in Spite of Stage Fright?...
Feeling guilty for staying indoors on a sunny day? Same Getty Images The sun is shining, the streets are buzzing, and you’re stuck inside. Consider it a key in ofFOMOor the “fear of missing out.” Getty Images It can be guilt-inducing, but there are things that it’s possible for you to do to cope. The answer is a bit complicated. Caroline Fenkel, DSW, LCSW, the chief clinical officer and adolescent mental health expert at Charlie Health....
But what does it actually mean to be a narcissist? Theres much more to narcissism than just being a self-absorbed jerk. What Is Narcissism? skynesher / E+ / Getty How Is Narcissism Different Than Being a Stuck-Up Jerk? There are some key clues here. The other telltale difference between a full-blown narcissist and someone who is just being a jerk is choice. A true narcissist does not have that choice....
It’s a hack therapists swear by Verywell Mind / Getty Images Ah, relationships. But life is still lifeingkids, bills, in-laws, the list goes on. All of this will inevitably get in the way of your relationship. Verywell Mind / Getty Images So, how do you keep the spark alive without ditching your responsibilities? Enter: the 2-2-2-rule. Sounds fine and dandy, but is it attainable? Just the two of you! So, the 2-2-2 rule won’t magically repair your dwindling connection....
Verywell / Cindy Chung The nicotine patch is a popular and effective quit-smoking aid. Nicotine replacement therapy products are a popular choice for decreasing nicotine dependence. The nicotine patch was approved by the FDA in 1991. Verywell / Cindy Chung From 1992 to 1996, the patch was available in the U.S. by prescription only. This article discusses the efficacy of nicotine patch use and some of its benefits. How Does the Nicotine Patch Work?...
But, how does the 75 Hard Challenge work, exactly? And more importantly, should you be doing it? Heres the scoop on the latest buzzy mental fitness program. Verywell Mind / Getty Understanding the 75 Hard Challenge The way 75 Hard Challenge works is simple but far from easy. Five daily tasks must be completed foryou guessed it75 consecutive days. Kiki Ramsey, PhD,positive psychologist and author of self-help book, Get Courageous Now....
SDI Productions / Getty Images You may have heard people say that anyone and everyone should go to therapy. Therapy is hard work, but it is worth it. In fact, research shows that more than 70% of people who attend therapy see some improvement. SDI Productions / Getty Images Knowing when therapyisn’ta good idea for you is as much self-care as going to therapy is. Read on to find out how you could know if therapy is the wrong treatment for you right now....
