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What is grooming?

July 28, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Grooming is a manipulative behavior used by abusers to build a close connection with their victims. Learn how to recognize the warning signs and get help.

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Body dysmorphia: Signs, symptoms, and treatment

September 8, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

People with body dysmorphia are fixated on their perceived physical flaws. Learn more about this condition, what it looks like, and how to treat it.

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.

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What is hoarding disorder?

November 17, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Collecting and keeping too many things may be a sign of hoarding disorder. Explore how hoarding differs from clutter, why it happens, and how to get help.

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What is gaslighting?

February 13, 2024 | 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.

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

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.

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Caffeine addiction: What it is and how to break it

April 3, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

Though many people use it without issue, caffeine can be an addictive substance. Find out what makes caffeine addictive and what you can do about it.

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Passive aggression: What it is and how to stop

April 11, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

Passive aggression is an unhealthy communication style where negative feelings are expressed indirectly. Learn how to recognize and change this behavior.

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Alcohol use disorder (AUD)

April 11, 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.

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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.

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