Mental States

Discover why you feel the way you do, recognize the key signs of mental health issues, and find innovative healing methods.

Mental States
Trusted Therapists for Anxiety: How to Choose One in the UK

Mental health conditions like anxiety are on the rise, in the UK and across the…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Amy Reichelt
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The Rise of ADHD: Awareness or Overdiagnosis?

ADHD diagnoses are on the rise. Are we overdiagnosing or simply more aware? The answer…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Elena Deliu
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What Is Self-Sabotaging?

Why do we self-sabotage? Understand the meaning, why it happens in your career and relationships,…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Amy Reichelt
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How Long Does Dizziness From Anxiety Last? 

Sometimes dizziness fades within minutes, but in rare cases it lingers for months.* What does…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Elena Deliu
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The 4 Stages of Trauma Recovery: Steps Toward Healing

Learn about the 4 stages of trauma recovery, what to expect in each phase, and…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Amy Reichelt
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How to Spot Anger Issues in Men: Causes and Warning Signs

Learn the red flags of anger management issues in a man, discover the triggers, and…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Amy Reichelt
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7 Stages of Emotional Affairs: Signs, Impact, and Recovery

Discover the 7 stages of emotional affairs, their warning signs, and how to protect your…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Amy Reichelt
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Healing Through Kink: The Power of Male Submission

BDSM expert Nicolle Hodges explains how submission is more than just kinky, it's permission to…

Written by: Nicolle Hodges
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Male Depression and Emotional Affairs: Understanding the Link

Can male depression directly lead to emotional affairs? Discover what signs to watch for, and…

Written by: Anna Lindner
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Midlife Crisis in Men: What It Looks Like and How to Deal with It

Discover the signs, causes, and solutions for a midlife crisis in men. Learn how to…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Anna Steinzeig
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Panic Attack vs Anxiety Attack: What’s the Difference?

Not sure what you’re feeling — panic attack vs anxiety attack? Learn how to tell…

Expert-Reviewed by: Arielle Tandowski
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Is It Love or Anxious Avoidant Attachment? Understanding the Pattern

Discover what the anxious avoidant attachment style is, its impact on relationships, and tips to…

Written by: Anna Lindner
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BPD vs NPD: The Fine Line Between Borderline and Narcissistic Patterns

What’s the real difference between BPD and NPD? Two distinct paths shaped by fear, shame,…

Expert-Reviewed by: Arielle Tandowski
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Postpartum Rage Doesn’t Mean You’re a Bad Parent. It Means You’re Overloaded

When motherhood meets exhaustion, anger can take over. There are reasons for it — and…

Written by: Anna Lindner
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High-Functioning Anxiety: The Silent Struggle Behind Productivity

It looks like success but feels like survival. Discover what high-functioning anxiety is and how…

Written by: Anna Lindner
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The Emotionally Intelligent Mind: Why Feelings Are the New Data

To be emotionally intelligent is to read emotions like a language: manage stress, deepen empathy,…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Amy Reichelt
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Why We’re Tired All the Time? The Science of Chronic Fatigue

New research links fatigue to immune changes, genetics, and post-viral effects — moving beyond the…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Amy Reichelt
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Are You Drinking in Secret? How to Spot Hidden Alcohol Use Disorder

What secret drinking is, why it’s risky, how to recognise the warning signs, and when…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Amy Reichelt
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Brain Fog: The Cloud That Hangs Over Our Minds

From long COVID to social media, explore the symptoms, science, and tools for clearer thinking…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Amy Reichelt
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How Autism Spectrum Disorder Rewrites Old Labels

The new ASD approach embraces neurodiversity, focusing on early detection, evidence-based therapies, and strengths-based support.

Written by: Anna Lindner
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From Baby Blues to Postpartum Depression: Warning Signs and Treatment Options

Learn the difference between PPD and baby blues — their symptoms, causes, and therapy suggestions.

Written by: Anna Lindner
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OCD Symptoms: The Most Obvious and Hidden Signs of Obsessions and Compulsions

Learn the key signs of obsessive-compulsive disorder — from intrusive thoughts to subtle behaviors and…

Written by: Anna Lindner
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OCD Explained: A Complete Guide to Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

OCD is not just perfectionism — obsessive-compulsive disorder requires proper treatment. Learn what obsessive behavior…

Written by: Olga Strakhovskaya
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More Than Food: Signs and Symptoms of Eating Disorders

From restrictive eating to secretive binges, symptoms of eating disorders reveal much more than a…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Amy Reichelt
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Main Facts About Eating Disorders: Symptoms, Causes, and Chances to Recover

Breaking the stigma around eating disorders — mental health conditions that affect self-image and contribute…

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Amy Reichelt
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Life in Fast Forward: Recognising the Key Signs of Mania in Bipolar Disorder

How to go through episodes of euphoria and heightened energy in bipolar disorder and what…

Written by: Olga Strakhovskaya
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What Happens When ADHD and Anxiety Mix Together? And How to Manage Both?

Untangling the overlap, symptoms, and treatment strategies for a dual diagnosis of ADHD and anxiety.

Written by: Clara Bennett
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10 Common Symptoms of Burnout: Signs Your Mind and Body Are On the Edge

Red flags — from fatigue and loss of motivation to emotional detachment and mood swings…

Written by: Olga Strakhovskaya
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Burnout Is Rising. Here’s Everything To Know About This Phenomenon

Understand burnout through neuroscience, recognize its signs, learn causes, social effects, and how to recover.

Expert-Reviewed by: Dr. Anna Steinzeig
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PTSD Symptoms: How to Recognise the Signs of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Explore how unprocessed trauma impacts both mind and body, leading to complex experiences of PTSD.

Written by: Olga Strakhovskaya
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What Is PTSD? Understanding Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Its Impact

What happens in the brain and body after trauma and how to get rid of…

Written by: Clara Bennett
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10 Most Common Myths About ADHD — And What Science Really Says

From the belief that ADHD is caused by bad parenting to the idea that it…

Written by: Olga Strakhovskaya
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Anxiety Symptoms by Intensity: From Early Signs to Severe Struggles

A guide to recognizing anxiety stages by symptoms and their influence on your well-being.

Written by: Olga Strakhovskaya
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What Is Anxiety, Why It Happens, and When It’s Time to Seek Help

Everything you need to know about anxiety disorders, their types and treatment.

Written by: Olga Strakhovskaya
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ADHD Brain: What to Know About Symptoms of ADHD — and How to Cope

Having trouble staying focused or getting things done? It could be ADHD — more than…

Written by: Olga Strakhovskaya
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Depression Explained: What’s Going On in Your Brain, and How to Heal

The causes, stages, and treatments of depression, plus new approaches that go beyond medication.

Written by: Clara Bennett
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Should You Test Yourself for Depression? 5 Reasons to Check In

Why you should consider online testing for depression, even if you don’t feel anything “seriously…

Written by: Olga Strakhovskaya
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9 Common Symptoms of Depression: What to Look Out For

Low energy, lack of interest, and other common yet overlooked symptoms of depression, backed by…

Written by: Olga Strakhovskaya
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Anxiety Symptoms You Might Feel — But Not Understand

How anxiety affects your body, why it occurs, and key risk factors that increase its…

Written by: Olga Strakhovskaya