Scared of saying the ‘wrong’ thing? Here’s how to reach out to people in hard times
Australians have been reporting increasing levels of psychological distress in recent years. According to the Suicide Prevention Australia Community Tracker, over the past two years, more than 70 per cent of Australians have consistently reported feeling higher levels of distress than usual because of social and economic circumstances. Cost of living, family and relationship breakdown, […]
How to cope with post-election anxiety and stress – NBC4 Washington
Emotions are high for Harris voters Wednesday. After years of campaigning, the 2024 presidential election is settled. President-elect Donald Trump is heading back to the White House. “It didn’t go the way we wanted, and that’s very disappointing. Yeah, I don’t know,” said one Harris supporter. “I think, just a little sad day,” said another […]
Majority of Americans are stressed by the election, survey finds. Here’s how to cope.
If the upcoming presidential election is stressing you out, you’re not alone. More than 69% of American adults feel the same, according to a new survey from the American Psychological Association. The survey, conducted online in August by The Harris Poll on behalf of the APA, included more than 3,300 adults aged 18 or older […]
The psychology behind the five types of stalker and how to best deal with them
The streaming series Baby Reindeer has been in the news a lot this year, most recently for scooping a bunch of Emmy Awards. If you haven’t seen the Netflix smash hit, it’s intense. It’s one person’s story of being stalked over several years, inspired by the real-life experience of series creator and star Richard Gadd. […]
How to avoid being a victim of crime, by the world’s top security expert
Kate Bright pickpocketed her friend on a Tube escalator recently, just to see how long it would take her to notice. “She couldn’t believe how easy it was for me to do it,” says Bright. Six-foot, blonde and the founder of Umbra International, Bright is one of the 6.8 per cent of women out of […]
Burnout Is A Leading Mental Health Issue; Here’s How To Keep It At Bay
It’s crucial to recognize that self-care is not a luxury or an indulgence but a necessity. getty We have a tendency to power through tough times in the name of getting work done. We may experience the symptoms of physical and emotional exhaustion, but ignore the signs because we have to make a living, put […]
How to Shake Off a Super Rude Interaction With a Stranger
As Dr. Thomas notes, even if you’re not proud of your reaction (perhaps you flipped someone off after they tried to brake-check you), it’s hard to fault yourself for a situation you weren’t prepared to be in and, frankly, may have been dangerous to you. “You had a very instinctual response in protecting your niece,” […]
‘Couples Therapy’ host Orna Guralnik: How to improve communication
Any newly therapized couple will tell you “everybody should go to therapy.” Orna Guralnik doesn’t agree. The New York-based psychoanalyst and host of the show “Couples Therapy” says many partnerships don’t need professional guidance — at least, until they do. “I don’t think people should wait forever,” she says. “I think if they’re getting stuck […]
How to talk to your teen about difficult topics, according to an expert
From social media to mental health, parents have many worries when it comes to their teenagers — but often struggle when it comes to starting a conversation. In a recent survey, Gallup and the Walton Family Foundation found some of parents’ top concerns include their kids future, experiences at school and online, physical safety and […]
How to Build Your Confidence So You Can Have the Life You Deserve
If you somehow came out of your teenage years as a fully self-assured adult who always holds your head high, you’re lucky. Even for those of us who were fortunate enough to have great role models, a bunch of uncontrollable factors—including trauma, bullying, and societal expectations—can make it really hard to feel self-assured. The good […]