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What Is Sex Addiction?

Sex addiction is characterized by compulsive sexual thoughts and behaviors that interfere with daily life and relationships. Like substance abuse, sex can trigger the release of endorphins and dopamine, reinforcing behavior in a way that mirrors drug addiction...

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Ways to Become Less Codependent

Being codependent can make life difficult. But if you're willing to put in the effort, you can take back control of your life. Codependent relationships usually develop over time and often involve both people depending on each other emotionally, not just one person...

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Environmental Influences on Mental Illness

Mental illness is a significant global health issue, affecting roughly one in four people at some point in their lives (World Health Organization [WHO], 2022). These conditions are complex, often arising from a combination of genetic, environmental, and lifestyle...

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Mental Health Challenges Faced by Teenagers

Teenagers today face serious mental health challenges that affect their growth, happiness, and future. One of the most common issues is anxiety. Studies show that about 30% of teens will experience an anxiety disorder at some point, and these numbers are growing...

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Understanding Grief: A Normal Human Response

Grief is a natural and universal response to loss, tragedy, or trauma. While many associate grief with the death of a loved one, it can also be triggered by other life changes such as job loss, divorce, serious illness, or unfulfilled dreams. Regardless of the source,...

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Tips for Maintaining a Good Work-Life Balance

In our busy, fast-paced lives, many people have found themselves overwhelmed by work or drained of emotional energy. This is especially true in recent times, where changing work dynamics have shifted the way we balance our professional and personal lives. Setting...

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How to Stop Worrying So Much and Start Living More Fully

Worrying is a common part of life. We worry about our jobs, school, money, relationships, the holidays, even life itself. While some level of concern is natural and even healthy, excessive worrying can lead to chronic stress, anxiety, and a diminished quality of life...

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How to Effectively Manage Workplace Stress

Ever feel stressed out at work?  If so, you are not alone.  Workplace stress has become a normal part of life for many of us.  Whether it is struggling to meet deadlines, managing difficult coworkers, pleasing demanding employers, or trying to do more with less,...

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Steps to Deal with Blended Family Issues

Blended families, formed when a couple with children from previous marriages come together, face unique challenges. These families often deal with complex dynamics, especially when children from both sides are introduced to new stepparents and step-siblings. The...

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