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Anger Management
Anger can make it hard to deal with conflicts in your life. Small arguments spin out of control. You may break things or threaten others. If this sounds like you, anger management can help. It teaches you healthy ways to deal with anger. Here are some anger management tips that can make a big difference.
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Anorexia Recovery
Overcoming anorexia is a long process. It's tough. But it is possible for you to get better and stay better. If you're dedicated and you follow your care plan, you can do it. Here are some things to think about as you work on your recovery.
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Are You in an Unhealthy Romantic Relationship?
When you partner with someone, your lives become intertwined. You may share children and finances. You may share friends and business arrangements. And because relationships are so complicated, you can be in a bad relationship and not even know it. Here are some clues that your relationship is not a healthy one.
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Brain Stimulation Therapy (Overview)
This therapy targets your brain with electricity. That sounds extreme, but our brains actually generate electricity of their own. It's how brain cells send signals back and forth. And by directing electricity into your brain, we can treat certain mental disorders.
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Bulimia Recovery
Overcoming bulimia is a long process. It's tough. But it is possible for you to get better and stay better. If you're dedicated and you follow your care plan, you can do it. Here are some things to think about as you work on your recovery.
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
In this treatment, you and your therapist talk about what you think and feel and how you act. It helps you cope with stressful situations. It's used to treat a wide range of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and more.
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Cognitive Therapy
This is a form of talk therapy. It's focused on your thoughts and feelings. It helps you see problems in the way you think about some things. You'll learn skills that will help you deal with your problems. Let's look at how cognitive therapy treats a wide range of mental health issues.
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Coping With Loss
If you've recently experienced a major change in your life, you may struggle emotionally. Things like the death of a loved one, a move to a new town or a retirement can all trigger feelings of loss. Loss can be painful and overwhelming. But there are ways to cope with these feelings.
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Coping With Pregnancy Loss
The loss of a baby is a heartbreaking experience. It's devastating for you and the people who love you. It can be hard to know how to deal with the pain. But there are some things you can do to help you move forward.
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Dealing With Peer Pressure
Fitting in with other people makes us feel good. It's nice to be part of a group, because it shows we're liked and respected by our peers. But if you feel pressured to fit in, you may be tempted to do things you normally wouldn't do. We call this feeling "peer pressure." And it can be tough to deal with. Here are some strategies to help.
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Exposure Therapy
This is a treatment designed to help you overcome fear and anxiety. It helps you conquer a phobia, or cope with memories of a traumatic experience. Exposure therapy helps you gain control over irrational fear that disrupts your life.
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Finding Happiness
We all struggle with negative feelings now and then. Frustration, boredom, loneliness - these are all part of being human. The one thing we're all looking for is happiness. And that means something different for each of us. Here's where you can look for your own happiness.
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Helping Your Teen Cope With Stress
The teen years are tough for everyone. Your teen is handling harder schoolwork, new social circles and maybe a part-time job, all with a brain that's still developing. That's a recipe for stress. Here's how to decode the signs of teen stress, and some ways to give support.
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Learning to Speak Up for Yourself (Assertiveness)
A lot of people have trouble expressing feelings openly and honestly. A lack of "assertiveness" may keep you from speaking up for yourself. Others can fail to consider your feelings. They may take advantage of you. This causes social problems. And it can hold you back at school or at work. Learning to be more assertive will help you in life.
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Living With Adult ADHD
If you're an adult who has ADHD, you know how disruptive it can be. You may make choices that hurt loved ones and damage your relationships. Your career may suffer. But there is hope. You can learn to manage your ADHD. These tips will help.
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Living With Bipolar Disorder
If you've been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, you may have questions about what it means for you. Some people feel confused and scared. But bipolar disorder doesn't have to rob you of your life. You can learn to manage it. These tips can help.
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Living With Chronic Pain
If you have pain that lasts for more than six months, you have "chronic" pain. It's different from the temporary pain you feel when you hurt yourself. With chronic pain, you may not know why you are hurting. Your pain may affect your whole
body and your mind, causing problems that ripple through every part of your life. But there is hope. Here are some tips to help you manage chronic pain.
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Living With Depression
If you've been diagnosed with depression, you may have questions about what it means for you. You may feel trapped, overwhelmed and alone. But depression doesn't have to rob you of your life. You can learn to manage it. These tips can help.
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Living With Narcolepsy
Trying to live with your narcolepsy can be hard. But don't lose hope. There are ways to manage it successfully. Here are some tips that can help.
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Living With Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
If you've been diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder, you may be facing some unexpected challenges. Getting your OCD under control isn't easy, but you can do it. Here are some tips that will help.
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Living With Paranoid Personality Disorder
If you've been diagnosed with paranoid personality disorder, you may have some questions and concerns. What does it mean for you? The truth is, paranoid personality disorder can damage your relationships and hurt your career. But if you learn to manage it, dealing with others gets easier. Here are some tips to help.
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Living With Schizoaffective Disorder
If you've been diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder, you may have questions about what it means for you. You may feel confused and scared. But this disorder doesn't have to rob you of your life. You can learn to manage it. These tips can help.
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Living With Schizophrenia
If you've been diagnosed with schizophrenia, you may have questions about what it means for you. You may feel confused and scared. But schizophrenia doesn't have to rob you of your life. You can learn to manage it. These tips can help.
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Living With Schizotypal Personality Disorder
If you've been diagnosed with schizotypal personality disorder, you may have questions about what it means for you. You may feel confused and scared. But this disorder doesn't have to rob you of your life. You can learn to manage it. These tips can help.
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Living With Seasonal Affective Disorder
If you're diagnosed with seasonal affective disorder, you may worry about how it will affect you. But you should know that that it's very manageable. These simple strategies will help you keep it under control.
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Living With Social Anxiety Disorder
You've been diagnosed with social anxiety disorder, and you're wondering what that means for you. Will you always feel this way? Will it ever get better? The good news is there are plenty of ways to manage social anxiety. These tips will help.
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Managing Insomnia
If you have insomnia, your days are hard. You feel exhausted, and you may have trouble at work or at school. But for many people, better sleep habits can make a big difference. Here are some things that may help you get more sleep.
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Psychotherapy (Talk Therapy)
This is a form of care that focuses on your thoughts and emotions. With psychotherapy, you build a relationship with a therapist. The therapist helps you learn about yourself. You learn how you affect others, and how others affect you. Psychotherapy can help you become aware of problems. It can teach you to manage your feelings and control your actions. You should be open and honest during your therapy. You should be prepared to discuss very personal things. This is how your therapist helps guide you to solutions for your issues.
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Quitting Smoking (Smoking Cessation)
Quitting smoking can be hard and frustrating. But there are many ways to stop, and with trial and error you can find a method that works for you. No matter which method you choose, here are some strategies that can help you along the way.
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Sleep Study (Polysomnography)
This diagnostic test is a study of the body and the brain waves during sleep. It is performed to identify sleep disorders. A sleep study can identify problems such as sleep apnea, narcolepsy, limb movement disorders and behavior disorders. A sleep study can also help a doctor determine the best course of treatment for a person who has a sleep disorder. The study may be performed at a hospital or a sleep center.
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Stress Management
We all have stress in our lives. But too much stress is bad for your health. It can hurt your mind and your body. Let's look at proven ways to cope with stress.
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Suicide Prevention
Suicide is tragic. It can leave devastated family and friends in its wake. But in many cases, suicide can be prevented. A person who is considering suicide often goes through a period where they struggle to decide if they want to make this choice. If you begin to see warning signs, you can take steps to help save a life.
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Support Groups
If you are having trouble coping with something in your life, a support group may help. It's a group of people who come together to talk to each other. There are support groups for many topics such as divorce, addiction, and various illnesses and disorders.
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Talking to Your Doctor About Alcohol
For many people, drinking alcohol becomes a habit. And we know too much alcohol is bad for health. If you're worried you drink too much, that's something you need to discuss with your doctor. But it's hard to talk about, isn't it? Here are some tips to help you.
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Talking to Your Doctor About Depression
If you feel sad and hopeless, and these feelings won't go away, you may have depression. Depression is a real illness. For most people, it doesn't get better on its own. But it can get better with treatment. You may not feel comfortable telling your doctor you are depressed. But the truth is, it's probably easier than you think. Just follow these steps.
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Talking to Your Doctor About Grief
If you lose someone or something you love, you feel unhappiness and pain. These feelings can overwhelm you. We call this "grief." Everyone experiences and responds to grief in their own way. If you're finding your grief hard to handle, it's important to talk to your doctor about it. Here are some tips to help you open up.
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Talking to Your Doctor About Sensitive Subjects
Sometimes you need to talk to your doctor about things that make you feel embarrassed or uncomfortable. And that can be hard. But your relationship with your doctor is personal. Your doctor knows how to discuss these things and can give you the care you need. Here are some tips to help you open up.
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Warning Signs of an Abusive Relationship
"You may think it's easy to tell when a relationship is abusive. But it isn't always. Abusers can be good at manipulation and control. They can make you doubt yourself. Here are some signs that a relationship may be dangerous.
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When Someone You Love Has a Substance Use Disorder
It's painful to watch a family member or friend struggle with substance abuse. It can be frustrating and scary. But don't lose hope - it can get better. Here are things you can do to make the journey to recovery easier for you and your loved one.