Feel Like Shutting Down or Lashing Out? Try This Instead.
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Feel Like Shutting Down or Lashing Out? Try This Instead.

ByNicky Patino, Psychotherapist

Sometimes our feelings get so big, we just want to react. Maybe that means canceling plans when anxiety hits, giving the silent treatment when we’re hurt, or spiraling into self-doubt when things feel uncertain. It’s easy to think “This emotion is so strong, I have to do what it’s telling me to do.” But what…

Why Is There an Increased Prevalence of Adult ADHD? Plus Skills to Navigate
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Why Is There an Increased Prevalence of Adult ADHD? Plus Skills to Navigate

ByNicky Patino, Psychotherapist

If it feels like everyone’s suddenly talking about ADHD lately — not just for kids, but for adults too — you’re not imagining it. Maybe you’ve watched a random video that had you thinking, Wait…that’s me, or stumbled across a post that put words to things you’ve felt your whole life. If so, you’re definitely…

Staying Grounded During Election Turbulence
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Staying Grounded During Election Turbulence

BySara Vivens

As this election season intensifies, it’s common to experience heightened levels of stress and anxiety. You may notice this physically through sleep disturbances, increased headaches, stomach issues, or muscle tension. Emotionally, you may experience uncontrollable worry, restlessness, irritability, panic attacks, or feelings of numbness. The media coverage, impending political debates, and discussions about the future…