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Compulsive shopping: Symptoms, causes, and treatment

February 13, 2024 | 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.

Are you sober curious?

January 29, 2024 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA | Featuring Beth Bowen, LMSW

You’ve heard of Dry January. But if your relationship with alcohol could benefit from more exploration, you may be ready for a period of sober curiosity.

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

January 26, 2024 | 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.

Alcohol use disorder (AUD)

January 26, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

Alcohol use disorder (AUD) affects your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Learn the signs and symptoms of alcohol dependence and how to get help.

Are mocktails really safe for recovering addicts?

January 26, 2024 | Written by Elise Burley | Featuring Megan Boardman, LCSW

Nonalcoholic beer, wine, and mocktails seem to be everywhere all at once. But for people in recovery, these options may be more triggering than healthful.

Are video games actually bad for you?

November 17, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Video games offer some mental health benefits, but excessive gaming can lead to anxiety, depression, and other conditions. Find out how much is too much.

10 ways to shop healthfully, not compulsively

November 15, 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.

How to stop smoking

October 24, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Learn the physical and mental health effects of smoking, why it’s so hard to quit, and how you can get the help you need to quit smoking for good.

Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy for addiction

October 13, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

IFS therapy can help people understand and manage the parts of themselves that contribute to their addictive behaviors. Learn more about how this works.

Should we all quit social media?

September 29, 2023 | Written by Elise Burley

More people are opting out of digital life for their mental health. But leaving social means you’ll need to find other ways to stay connected and informed.

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