Psychology

There is a lot to be said for feeling comfortable in your own skin. History is filled with people who didn’t, and suffered for it. But there have also been a great many people, and probably more than we know, who “passed” unnoticed, as the gender they identified with. A famous example was 19th century...

I have this debate with older people in my family a lot, but they are just absolutely horrified that marijuana is now legal in so many states across the country. But ci**rettes and al**hol? Hey, those are no big deal at all! And yes, as you all know, those are perfectly legal if you’re of...

Pizza. Tacos. Chinese food. Those are my weaknesses. And yes, I’m gonna go on the record today and say that I am 100% addicted to these legal substances. I only eat them in moderation these days, but I can still dream about them as much as I want, right…? Are you addicted to any LEGAL...

When I was younger, I used to believe that people who suffered from schizophrenia were only the homeless people you passed on the street. But I’ve learned from interactions with other folks that it can literally happen to anyone. And it seems to come out of nowhere for some people, which I’m sure is absolutely...

We’re all wired differently when it comes to public speaking. Some people don’t mind at all and are as cool as a cucumber, and others lose sleep for weeks and almost have a nervous breakdown. I fall into the second category…but I think I’ve gotten a little bit better over the years. How do you...

If you spend time around people who suffer from depression or you’ve experienced it yourself, you know that even the smallest task can seem impossible. Like taking a shower or making some food or going to the store. So it’s helpful to learn from people who have been there about how to get up and...

When you’re really feeling the major effects of depression, it can be hard to even get out of bed in the morning. Or the afternoon. And folks who are struggling can use all the help they can get, especially from people who have been in their position before and can relate to their problems. Folks...

It’s not news that people love Disney. The love the characters, they adore the movies, but perhaps more than anything else, they can’t get enough of visiting the “happiest places on earth” – their worldwide theme parks. Because these parks are so popular, guests also know to expect things like crowds, reservations, and lines, but...