Body dysmorphia disorder (BDD) is a mental illness. People who have this illness constantly worry about the way they look. They may believe an inconspicuous or non-existent physical attribute is a serious defect. They respond to this by performing repetitive…
Cheating has always been a big subject. Chances are you’ve been exposed to it somehow—either through someone you know or through personal experience. It doesn’t matter what your nationality is or where you’re from: Cheating is a part of life.…
The start of a new year is the perfect time to turn a new page, which is probably why so many people make New Year’s resolutions. The new year often feels like a fresh start and a great opportunity to…
What Is Postpartum PTSD? Welcoming a baby into your life is usually thought of as a happy and exciting event. But for some of us, the experience of giving birth and becoming a parent can be frightening, disorienting, and even…
Learn more about navigating these difficult conversations during the holidays. Spending time with family and friends is often one of the highlights of the holiday season. However, these gatherings may involve tension for some families. Talk of politics and other…
The holidays present many wonderful opportunities to bond with family, but this time of year can also present significant stress, particularly when family conflict arises. Some conflict can come from having to decide which relatives to see if any. When…
Conflict in a relationship is inevitable — we all have different wants and needs. Naturally, these different wants and needs make it so that we don’t always see eye-to-eye. In our worst moments, even minor miscommunications can trigger full-blown fights.…
Openness is the secret to everything you want in your relationships. Being heard, understood, cared about—even great erotic encounters—all depend on your and your partner’s openness. Your emotional aperture, or what I call Aperture Awareness™, is your relationship superpower. It’s…
Sometimes we trick ourselves into believing we’re actually being charitable when we continue pursuing an incompatible relationship. We convince ourselves that we’re being gracious or open-minded for letting red flags slide. Whether it’s something small like “not clicking” or something…
Up to 65% of adults with bipolar disorder experienced symptoms prior to the age of 18. So while the condition is often associated with adults, kids of any age can have bipolar disorder. Childhood-onset bipolar is associated with a more…
