Leonard Holmes, PhD

During that time, he also had a private practice in Virginia. He is listed in Marquis “Who’s Who in America” 2006 edition. We take a human approach to health and wellness, and reach more than 150 million readers annually. Verywell Mind content is fact checked and reviewed by ourReview Boardfor accuracy and integrity. Learn moreabout usand oureditorial process.

April 26, 2025 · 1 min · 58 words · Peggy Williams

Lesbian, Bisexual Women Face Greater Barriers to Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment

“Alcohol is also sometimes used as a negative coping skill for stress,” she says. Providers should seek education on cultural competence and avoid bias and discrimination when assessing and treating clients. Thompson highlights, “Unfortunately, discriminatory practices have plagued health care for decades. Malte Mueller / Getty Images Discrimination leads to disparities in health care.” Thompson explains, “There should be no place for discrimination in health care. Providers should seek education on cultural competence and avoid bias and discrimination when assessing and treating clients....

April 26, 2025 · 1 min · 138 words · Eduardo Brewer

Let's End the 'Undesirable Asian Male' Stereotype

Verywell / Madelyn Goodnight I grew up in a predominately Caucasian community. I remember hanging his poster up and thinking he was the perfect man. As I entered high school, I started watching more Hollywood movies and television shows. Verywell / Madelyn Goodnight This was also around the time when folks my age started dating. The infatuation tapered down when I began university. Being surrounded by more Asian males, I realized we had a lot in common....

April 26, 2025 · 2 min · 368 words · Melissa Oliver

Leta Stetter Hollingworth Biography

Stetter later described the household as abusive, plagued by alcoholism and emotional abuse. Her education became a source of refuge, allowing her to explore her talents as a writer. She left home for good when she graduated high school in 1902. Stetter enrolled in college at the University of Nebraska at Lincoln when she was only 16 years old. She completed her bachelor’s degree and teaching certificate in 1906 and married Harry Hollingworth in 1908....

April 26, 2025 · 2 min · 311 words · Mary Hodges

Lethologica or Tip-of-the-Tongue Phenomenon

“Oh, I know this,” you might say. “It starts with a B.” Learn more about this state, including what causes it and what to do when it occurs. Squaredpixels / Getty Images What Is the Tip-of-the-Tongue Phenomenon? Language is an incredibly complex process. Most of the time, this process takes place so effortlessly that we barely give it a second thought. Facts About Tip-of-the-Tongue Phenomenon This phenomenon can be frustrating to experience....

April 26, 2025 · 2 min · 270 words · Breanna Edwards

Letting Go of a Relationship That Is Stressing You Out

After all, few relationships are smooth sailing and completely conflict-free 100% of the time. Eventually, it takes a toll. Are You in a Healthy Relationship? praetorianphoto / Getty Images Make a List Make a list of people in your life. Below are a number of questions that you might ask yourself to assess the currentquality of your relationship. Otherwise, cross off the name. “How much is directly attributed to your relationship and how much may be influenced by external factors?...

April 26, 2025 · 2 min · 334 words · Julie Ford

Letting Go Private Label Rights (PLR), "Done-For-You" Course-Being Institute

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April 26, 2025 · 1 min · 12 words · Courtney Hudson

Letting Go: How to Put The Past, Anger, & Fear Behind You-Being Institute

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April 26, 2025 · 1 min · 12 words · Justin West

Lev Vygotsky’s Life and Theories

He believed that learning is inherently a social process. He argued that social interaction is critical to children’s learninga continuous process profoundly influenced by culture. Vygotsky’s groundbreaking work changed how we understand learning and development. His sociocultural theory emphasized the important role that social interaction plays in shaping cognitive development and learning. Vygotsky died young and much of his work was made inaccessible in his native Russia. His formal work in psychology began in 1924 at Moscow’s Institute of Psychology....

April 26, 2025 · 2 min · 358 words · Robert Gonzalez

Levels of Consciousness: Definition, Examples, & Explanation-Being Institute

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April 26, 2025 · 1 min · 13 words · Melissa Bradford

Lexapro (Escitalopram) Side Effects: What You Should Know

Lexapro (escitalopram) is a key in of antidepressant medication known as aselective serotonin reuptake inhibitoror SSRI. At a Glance If your doctor has prescribed Lexapro, you might wonder what you should expect. The good news is that these side effects usually fade as your body gets used to taking the medication. Daniel Grill / Getty Images Your First Week on Lexapro You may experience side effects during the first week of treatment....

April 26, 2025 · 3 min · 542 words · Sarah Nelson

Lexapro (Escitalopram): What You Should Know

In the UK, escitalopram is sold under the name brand nameCipralex. A doctor may prescribe Lexapro for other uses if they believe it might be of benefit. You may also findpsychotherapyhelpful. Verywell / JR Bee SERT is responsible for reuptaking serotonin from the synaptic cleft into the presynaptic neuron. Inactivation of SERT by escitalopram leads to an elevation in synaptic serotonin levels." Therefore, you generally need amental health diagnosisbefore a doctor prescribes Lexapro for you....

April 26, 2025 · 3 min · 521 words · Nicole Hooper

Lexapro Withdrawal: Symptoms, Timeline, & Treatment

In the U.S., Lexapro is a brand name for the generic drug escitalopram. In the U.K. and several other countries, escitalopram is sold under the namebrand name Cipralex. Antidepressants are among the most commonly prescribed medications in the United States. Verywell / Hilary Allison Causes of Lexapro Withdrawal SSRIs affectserotonin levels, a bang out of mood-regulating neurotransmitter in the brain. Likewise, abruptly stopping a medication doesn’t give the brain enough time to adjust to the sudden change....

April 26, 2025 · 3 min · 433 words · Jason Young