Articles

Internalized homophobia, biphobia, and transphobia

April 12, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

LGBTQIA+ people who are surrounded by negative messages about their identity may absorb them, often at the expense of their own mental health.

Self-care for mental health

April 12, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

Self-care includes the activities, habits, and rituals we engage in for our overall health. Learn how to start taking care of yourself with intention.

Family therapy

April 12, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

Family therapy can help families function better when they’re going through tough times. Explore the benefits, types, and how to find the right therapist.

Antidepressants: How they work and what they treat

April 12, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

Antidepressants are usually prescribed to treat depression and other related conditions. Find out more about when they’re used and if they’re effective.

Codependency

April 12, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

Also called “relationship addiction,” codependency involves sacrificing your own needs to serve a loved one’s. Learn how to spot and change this pattern.

Mental health in the workplace

April 12, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

Our work environment can play a big role in our mental health. Learn to recognize and treat signs of stress, burnout, discrimination, and other challenges.

Suicide: Risk factors, warning signs, and prevention

April 12, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

Suicide occurs when a person intentionally causes their own death. If you’re thinking about ending your life, help is available now: Call or text 988.

Friendship and mental health

April 12, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

Friendship plays a key role in physical, mental, and emotional health. Learn about different types of friendships and why they matter throughout our lives.

Online therapy: Benefits and challenges

April 12, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

Online therapy lets you access mental health support from home. Explore the upsides and downsides of teletherapy to decide if it’s a good fit for you.

Pregnancy, early parenthood, and mental health

April 12, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

Pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood can be exciting, fraught, and everything in between. Mental health concerns are common during this life transition.