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Self-harm

May 26, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Learn the different types of self-harm, symptoms of self-harming behaviors, and how to seek treatment for yourself or a loved one.

What is digital self-harm, and why are teens doing it?

May 26, 2023 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA

In an alarming new trend, teens are posting harmful content about themselves online. Learn more about this behavior and how to find support and treatment.

Suicide: Warning signs, risk factors, prevention, and help

May 26, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Suicide occurs when a person intentionally causes their own death. If you are thinking about ending your life, help is available now. You are not alone.

10 ways to shop healthfully, not compulsively

May 22, 2023 | Written by Elise Burley

Shopping addiction can take a toll on your wallet and your mental health. Here’s how to regain control of your spending habits.

Unconscious bias

May 4, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Learn how to recognize and overcome unconscious biases, which are harmful assumptions about people and groups that prevent us from making objective decisions.

Bullying and mental health

May 4, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Bullying can have negative effects on the mental health of victims and bullies. Learn what to do if you’ve experienced or witnessed this type of abuse.

Compulsive shopping: Symptoms, causes, and treatment

May 2, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Compulsive shopping is an impulsive behavior that can harm your finances and your relationships. Learn about the signs and how to seek help.

5 signs it’s time to quit or cut back on drinking

January 19, 2023 | Written by Amanda White, LPC

Alcohol is so woven into our lives that we don’t stop to consider why we drink. To explore your relationship with alcohol, start by asking these questions.

What is gaslighting?

December 12, 2022 | Written by therapist.com team

Gaslighting is a form of emotional manipulation that causes you to doubt yourself and question your reality. Learn how to spot this abuse and seek help.

Addiction: Types, symptoms, causes, and treatments

November 8, 2022 | Written by therapist.com team

Addiction is a disease involving the repeated use of a substance or engagement in a behavior despite the harm it causes to oneself and to others.

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