Nurturing Self-Compassion

Emotional health, well-being, and your relationship with yourself.

Allison Abrams, LCSW-R

Languishing in the Time of Covid

Languishing, that elusive "blah" feeling, has been one of the most prominent psychological effects of the last year and it is a risk factor for major depression, researchers say.

Is a Mental Health Crisis the Next Pandemic?

According to a new study, physical and mental health continue to decline even as we approach the end of the pandemic.

Keeping Calm Amidst Global Chaos

If it feels like the world is spinning out of control, here are some simple yet powerful steps to help cultivate inner calm.

6 Depression Hacks

Sometimes a depressive episode can sneak up on you when you least expect it. Here are a few quick, on-the-spot tools to ease its symptoms.

Coping With the Psychological Effects of Social Distancing

We know ways to boost our immune system to fight a virus. But how do we build up immunity to the psychological effects of social distancing? Here are a few suggestions.

The Power and Shame of Women’s Anger

Is America ready for an angry woman to lead? One study says yes.

Maintaining Our Sanity During Chaotic Times

In an age of anxiety, how can we protect our psychological and emotional well-being?

Defying Single-Shaming

There are many paths toward happily ever after. Marriage is just one.

Are You Always Drawn to Emotionally Unavailable Partners?

Can we change who we are attracted to?

Bracing for the Winter Blues

Whether you are struggling with seasonal-related depression or a less severe case of “the blues,” here are some ways to cope.

The Arduous Journey to Self-Love

Self-love is essential for psychological and emotional well-being. But what is its true meaning? And why do so many struggle?

20 Powerful Quotes About Mental Health

In 2019, stigma around mental illness should not be a barrier to receiving treatment. So how do we end it once and for all?

5 Essential Steps to Recovery from Heartbreak

The ending of a significant romantic relationship can be emotionally devastating. Here are some ways to survive the tsunami of grief.

Maintaining Confidence Throughout the Dating Process

Navigating the modern dating world can be challenging. Here are 10 ways to date smarter and improve your odds of finding love.

The Psychology of Modern Dating

Navigating the modern dating world can have negative emotional and psychological effects on even the most confident daters.

Isolation Nation

Have we become a nation of loners, and if so, what can we do about it?

Does Your Partner Value You?

Sometimes walking away from a relationship that doesn't work can be a great gift of self-compassion. So, should you stay, or should you go?

Damage of Separating Families

Separating children from their families without cause will have catastrophic psychological effects on children and on society.

Understanding Depression Beyond Biology

Is depression primarily a function of nature or nurture? Experts weigh in.

Why We Need to Stop Demonizing Antidepressants

As demonized as antidepressants have come to be by many, we must not forget the number of lives that those same medications have saved.

Eradicating Mental Health Stigma in the Military and Beyond

It takes a special brand of courage to rise above stereotypes and ignorance to ask for the help you need and deserve.

How to Keep Jealousy From Sabotaging Your Relationship

Can jealousy be a positive thing? What if it could actually improve your relationship and bring you and your partner closer together? Here's how psychologists say it can.

5 Depression Myths People Need to Stop Believing

Here's why being clinically depressed requires no justification.

Embracing Our Dark Sides

The key to self-acceptance is embracing both the light and the dark sides of ourselves. We can do this through self-compassion.

Enhancing Mental Health For Veterans Through Technology

Artificial Intelligence will enhance mental health support for veterans through the first-ever meditation voice app launching this week in partnership with National Geographic.