Hoarding is an anxiety-based disorder in which people have trouble letting go of possessions because they believe it is necessary to keep them. When the person admits to throwing away items, it fosters immense distress. Hence, leading to an accumulation of objects irrespective of their [...]
Starting therapy can be intimidating for anyone, and social expectations for men to “man up” can make it even harder for fathers to get connected with a service that can help the whole family. Researchers in the United Kingdom found that more than half of [...]
It’s been about a month since college dorms closed up for the summer and since schools, both highschool and college level, have let out for summer vacation. While the initial adjustments have been done to re-adding your children back into the home, and things are [...]
Disagreements at work are to be expected and quite common. After all, you are two people coming into the work environment with different backgrounds and life experiences. The question isn't how to avoid disagreements but rather how to disagree respectfully; handling conflict abrasively or unhealthy [...]
When discussing men's health, physical health tends to take precedence. While physical health has its place, mental health holds just as much importance. For example, playing sports can create community, be a hobby, and relieve stress. But if the source of day-to-day stress is not [...]
Inclusive workspaces may bring to mind several potential images, some more common than others. People may imagine an inclusive workspace is one that has several bathrooms designations, additional titles for people with different pronouns, or perhaps even a space for a new mother to safely [...]
Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day or Freedom Day, is a significant holiday in the United States that commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. On June 19, 1865, Union Army General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced the end of slavery, marking [...]
Let's be honest; going to therapy for the first time or returning after a while is not easy. Talking to a stranger about the intimate details of your life can feel vulnerable, yet necessary. It is recommended that one visits the doctor at least once [...]
Talking about your mental health can be a daunting task. For some, they may fret that opening up about complex emotional issues will make them a burden on those they care most about. For others, they may feel a sense of shame when talking about [...]
School lockdowns have become unfortunately common in the United States these days. In this article, I address lockdowns in schools, specifically: how best to prepare for, stay safe during, and cope with any effects that a school lockdown has on you or your child. This [...]
