What is cognitive behavioral therapy?
If you’ve ever read any “self-help” books or mental health writings, you’ve probably seen the term cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) at some point. But are
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Psychiatry
Coping with survivor’s guilt
Although it has been nearly a year since Hurricane Harvey devastated the Houston area, many people are still feeling its impact. While some haven’t been
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Becoming an ally: How to support LGBTQ individuals coming out
Hundreds of cities across the country just celebrated Pride Month, and if you didn’t participate in a parade yourself, you most likely know someone who
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Recognizing signs of child abuse, maltreatment
Whether you are a teacher or caregiver, working with children can be a rewarding experience. This daily interaction also puts you in a position to
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Living with OCD: Perseverance, hope and my inspiration to help others
I grew up right here in Houston, enjoying the hot summers by the pool with my sister and spending my days either at school or
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What are signs that you may need to seek therapy?
Talking about our issues and feelings with people we trust can be therapeutic, but sometimes we need extra help from an outside source who can
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When does gaming become unhealthy?
You may have noticed a rise in popularity of video games such as Fortnight and Clash Royale. Even music superstar Drake has gotten in on
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How to cope when your partner has ADHD
When you think about attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you might picture children who are overactive and have a hard time focusing. However, ADHD symptoms
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Once a bully, always a bully? Tips to address adult bullying behavior
In an age where the world is literally at our fingertips, it’s easy to take our daily, face-to-face interactions for granted. When social or workplace
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Coping with trauma from an unwanted sexual encounter
From corporate America to Hollywood, women and men across the country have shared harrowing personal stories of sexual harassment and assault in the workplace this
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