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Deena Terrell, LCSW, BC-TMH
Apr 174 min read
Phobias
What is a phobia? A phobia is an intense fear of (or aversion to) a particular object, situation, event, or activity. The fear is often...
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Deena Terrell, LCSW, BC-TMH
Apr 145 min read
What is self-esteem, and how can I improve mine?
“Self-esteem” is your confidence in your own worth or value. It’s related to and made up of various ways you perceive yourself:...
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cemarable
Aug 15, 20231 min read
How Will You Express Love Today?
Each day presents us with countless opportunities to express love in meaningful ways. So, how will you express love today? Whether it's a...
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cemarable
Aug 15, 20237 min read
EMDR: How it works and what to expect
What is EMDR? Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) is a form of psychotherapy that allows you to work through heightened...
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cemarable
Aug 14, 20235 min read
Grief: Stages, symptoms, and support
What is grief? Grief is a natural response to loss. It’s often associated with the loss of a loved one, but many different kinds of...
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cemarable
Aug 10, 20235 min read
How to get better sleep
I’m a night owl and always have been. My brain and body are just wired to keep me up late and make it harder for me to get up in the...
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cemarable
Aug 7, 20236 min read
Friendship and mental health
Why is friendship important? Friendship plays a significant role in our physical, mental, and emotional health. It’s a relationship of...
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cemarable
Aug 7, 20234 min read
How to be more self-compassionate
Whenever I start a new workout regimen, I can’t seem to stick with it. I always find myself returning to old habits just a few weeks...
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cemarable
Aug 4, 20236 min read
The ripple effect of trauma from gun violence
Please be advised that this article mentions suicide. If you’re in crisis, help is available now: Call or text the free, confidential 988...
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cemarable
Aug 4, 20234 min read
How to tell the difference between sadness and depression
Everyone feels sad from time to time. It’s a normal and healthy human emotion. In some cases, though, sadness can point toward something...
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cemarable
Aug 4, 20235 min read
How to stay friends when your friends have kids
Just over a decade ago, my best friend lived around the block and we got together at least two or three times a week. Today nearly 100...
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gabrielle2960
Aug 3, 20238 min read
Millennials and mental health
Who Are Millennials? Millennials are a generational cohort currently consisting of people in their mid-twenties, thirties, and early...
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gabrielle2960
Aug 3, 20236 min read
Advocating for your K-12 child with disabilities
When I was six, surgery helped end the earaches I’d been having since birth. But the damage was done: I’d suffered 25% hearing loss in my...
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gabrielle2960
Aug 3, 20235 min read
How to spot a love bomber
There are all kinds of red flags to look for when you’re dating someone new. Some are easy to spot, like talking endlessly about an ex or...
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gabrielle2960
Aug 2, 20235 min read
What is gaslighting?
Gaslighting is a form of emotional manipulation. When you’re the victim of it, you start doubting yourself and your reality, questioning...
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gabrielle2960
Aug 2, 20234 min read
Toxic positivity vs. healthy positivity
What is toxic positivity? Negative emotions like sadness, anger, or disappointment—whether they’re ours or someone else’s—can be hard to...
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gabrielle2960
Aug 2, 20236 min read
Revenge bedtime procrastination: Why we do it and how to stop
Imagine this scenario: You just got home from your 9-to-5. You’re exhausted, but dinner isn’t going to make itself, is it now? Your...
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gabrielle2960
Aug 2, 20236 min read
Psychopharmacology: How medication helps mental health
Psychopharmacology is the study of drugs used for mental health purposes. Along with therapy, medication can play a significant role in a...
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gabrielle2960
Aug 2, 20235 min read
Why people ghost (and how to get over it)
The idea of “ghosting” has entered the mainstream courtesy of dating apps and social media. When someone stops responding to your...
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