Emotional intelligence is the ability to perceive and evaluate feelings accurately in ourselves and in others. The most emotionally intelligent people can access and evoke emotion, understand non-verbal cues, and
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5 Turbulent Personality Traits5 Turbulent Personality Traits
Turbulent personality traits can cause challenges with mental health. People with these traits are often hard workers and can experience many emotional shifts. The Myers-Briggs personality test is a commonly
Link Between Childhood Adversity and Muscle Dysmorphia in YouthLink Between Childhood Adversity and Muscle Dysmorphia in Youth
Link Between Childhood Adversity and Muscle Dysmorphia in Youth Summary: A new study reveals a significant association between adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and symptoms of muscle dysmorphia in adolescents and
How the hippocampus distinguishes true and false memoriesHow the hippocampus distinguishes true and false memories
The hippocampus is a region of the brain largely responsible for memory formation.Let’s say you typically eat eggs for breakfast but were running late and ate cereal. As you crunched
Stop Letting Your Adult Child Walk All Over YouStop Letting Your Adult Child Walk All Over You
Adult children, especially those who are emotionally struggling and lack the ability to have calm, constructive conversations, may walk all over their parents. These adult children assert undue control, manipulate,
An Age-By-Age Guide to Raising an Autonomous KidAn Age-By-Age Guide to Raising an Autonomous Kid
Be less controlling now so they can be more independent later. As nice as it might be to have a perfectly obedient child (albeit rather unusual), you probably also want
The Long-Term Harm of Emotional ParentificationThe Long-Term Harm of Emotional Parentification
I’m used to hearing things like this from my therapy clients: “Mom cried to me whenever she broke up with her boyfriends and it was my job to soothe her.”
The ‘Having Kids Later In Life’ Question, Explored By A PsychologistThe ‘Having Kids Later In Life’ Question, Explored By A Psychologist
Deciding whether or not to have children is one of the most significant decisions a person will face. Any parent will tell you that there’s no way to fully prepare
What Is the Difference Between Supporting and Enabling?What Is the Difference Between Supporting and Enabling?
Enabling behaviors can encourage unhelpful habits and behaviors, even if it’s unknowingly. But supporting behaviors can empower a loved one to recover. If you love someone with a mental health
Learning My Kid Has Slow Processing Speed Helped Our FamilyLearning My Kid Has Slow Processing Speed Helped Our Family
One mom’s experience taught her how important it is to understand your child’s processing speed to minimize stress at home and school. I’m someone who sets out to complete everything
