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Moods and Emotions

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Anger: Definition, causes, types, and treatments

May 26, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Anger is a normal, healthy emotion. However, how you manage and express your anger may be unhealthy or harmful to others. Learn how to manage anger well.

Taking our anxiety back to school

May 16, 2023 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA | Featuring Janine Halloran, MA, LMHC

Heading back to school feels much heavier than it used to. Follow this practical advice to help take care of your kids’ mental health—and your own.

What is shame? Examples, causes, and how to heal

May 4, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Shame is different than guilt, and it can have a devastating impact on mental health. Find out about the signs, causes, and how to heal.

Isolation, loneliness, and mental health

May 4, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Social isolation and chronic loneliness can put your mental and physical health at risk. Learn how to recognize the signs and find help.

Toxic positivity: Definition, examples, and alternatives

May 4, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Learn what toxic positivity is, why it’s harmful, and how to embrace a healthier mindset that validates all emotions while still offering hope.

What happiness isn’t

March 14, 2023 | Written by Elise Burley

It’s easy to mistake excitement or achievement for happiness, but those adrenaline bursts fade quickly. Here’s how to spot and cultivate lasting happiness.

How to tell the difference between sadness and depression

January 19, 2023 | Written by Elise Burley

The characteristics of sadness and the symptoms of depression can look similar. Follow this guidance to tell them apart and seek treatment as needed.

5 lessons on how to overcome fear

November 11, 2022 | Written by Elise Burley

We all experience fear. Learning how to face it, unpack it, and move through it can help you reach new levels of personal growth.

Passive-aggression: Signs, causes, and treatments

October 13, 2022 | Written by therapist.com team

Learn the signs of passive-aggressive behavior, what causes people to behave passive-aggressively, and how to choose healthier expressions of anger.

Emotions, emotional health, and emotional regulation

October 13, 2022 | Written by therapist.com team

Emotions are complex feelings that can be difficult to manage. Luckily, there are many ways to improve your emotional regulation for better emotional health.

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